Bridger-Teton National Forest

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Wyoming

(307) 739-5500

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Overview

Located in western Wyoming, the Bridger-Teton National Forest is a 3.4 million-acre forest. It is the second largest National Forest outside of Alaska. This includes 1.2 million-acres of wilderness. The forest is a land of varied recreational opportunities, beautiful vistas, and abundant wildlife. Its crystal blue skies are punctuated by awesome mountain ranges which reach from 5,900 to over 13,000-feet. The highest point in Wyoming, Gannet Peak, is located in the Wind River Mountains. From these ranges, spring the headwaters of the Green, Snake, and Yellowstone Rivers. The forest is part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the largest remaining area of undeveloped lands in the continental United States. Horseback riding, OHV touring, mountain bike riding and rock climbing are just a few of the warm weather activities available to visitors on the Bridger-Teton. When the weather turns colder, the forest offers spectacular hunting opportunities to those possessing their permits from Wyoming's Game and Fish Department. Winter recreation is also abundant on the forest. Visitors can enjoy snowmobiling on groomed trails that network with the Continental Divide Trails. Cross country skiing, snowshoeing and ice climbing are a few of the more popular winter recreation activities.

Map of Bridger-Teton Nat'l Forests

Latitude, Longitude: 43.431481, -110.703735

Boating
Summer visitors can also experience the Bridger-Teton National Forest by water. Fisherman and scenic canoeists enjoy the stretches of the Salt and Green Rivers that meander over the forest boundary. For the adrenaline junkie, the stretch of the lower Snake, the Hoback and the Gros Venter rivers offer a chance for boaters to get a little wet, while encountering some of the most spectacular river canyons Wyoming has to offer.
Bicycling
Mountain bike trails are available in the park.
Auto/Motorcycle
Contact Park for further information.
Camping
During the summer months, visitors can chose from 37 developed campgrounds or partake of the many dispersed camping opportunities offered throughout the forest.
Climbing
Climbing is available throughout the park.
Fishing
Fish for trout and other fish in the river.
Hiking
The Bridger-Teton also boasts of 34 designated trail heads with over 2,200 miles of system trails that vary in difficulty to trails that are visited by family day-hikers and those that are tackled only by hard-core wilderness enthusiasts
Historic Sites
Explore the Continental Divide trails.
Horseback Riding
Horseback riding trails are accessible in the warmer months.
Hunting
Hunters can enjoy game all year with correct permits.
Off Highway Vehicles
OHV use is allowed all year in specific areas. Check with forest officials for more information.
Picnicking
Picnic areas are accessible throughout the park.
RVing
Campsites allow for RV parking.
Water Sports
Enjoy swimming, kayaking and canoeing.
Winter Sports
Enjoy skiing, mushing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and other winter activities.