Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail
~6 days · 76.2 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail is known for
The Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail runs about 75 miles point-to-point along the crest of western Wyoming's Wyoming Range in Bridger-Teton National Forest, staying high on a remote, primitive route pieced together from historic stock trails. Expect route-finding, dispersed camping, and few other hikers; most take five to seven days.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 20,850 ft to 34,551 ft over 76.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 26.6 mi · 35%
- Downhill 46.8 mi · 61%
- Flat 2.7 mi · 4%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail scores 37/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail in about 6 days (5 nights out) over its 76.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail?
The Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail climbs roughly 15,741 ft total — about 207 ft per mile, topping out near 10,705 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.