Big Sandy is the southernmost trailhead/campground in the Wind River Range, yet still boasts high-use because the trailhead provides access to areas such as the Cirque of the Towers and Pyramid Lake, as well as the Continental Divide Trail. The 54-mile trip from Pinedale is partially paved, but has about 27 miles of gravel and dirt. The last 10 miles of the road are very [ … ] 
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Traffic: High-use  Elevation: 9,080 Feet

Boulder Lake Trailhead is a go-to for motivated backcountry anglers. The range's greatest concentration of backcountry fishing is found in the Wind River Range's mid-section, and the Boulder Lake Trailhead provides access to pristine alpine lake and stream fishing. Boulder Lake Trailhead is located approximately 25 miles southeast of Pinedale. The road is partially paved, followed by 10 miles of gravel and dirt road. [ … ] 
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Traffic: Medium-use  Elevation: 7,700 Feet

Burnt Lake Trailhead provides good fishing access for those who want the solitude of a low-use area. Burnt Lake is located approximately 24 miles from Pinedale and is at an elevation of 8,000 feet. The road is rough gravel and a high-clearance vehicle is recommended. RVs are not advised. There is no drinking water available, and no corrals at the campground. The closest town is Boulder [ … ] 
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Traffic: Low-use  Elevation: 8,000 Feet

Elkhart Park is the trailhead closest to Pinedale, and is a major access point for the Wind River Range. Wyoming's highest peak, Gannett Peak, is most scenically approached from here, as well as Titcomb Basin and Fremont Peak. Elkhart Park is located 15 miles northeast of Pinedale with fully-paved road access. Two trailheads and a campground called Trail's End with 8 campsites make up this [ … ] 
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Traffic: High-use  Elevation: 9,280 Feet

Green River Lakes trailhead is home to the majestic Squaretop Mountain, which towers over the sprawling river valley. The headwaters of the Green River can be found up the trail at Stroud Glacier, and anglers appreciate the backcountry fishing here. At the northernmost tip of the Wind River Range, this trailhead is located approximately 52 miles north of Pinedale with 21 miles of washboarded [ … ] 
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Traffic: High-use  Elevation: 8,040 Feet

Half Moon Lake Trailhead is a getaway for anglers seeking solitude, or backpackers wanting good access to the Winds Rivers starting at relatively lower altitudes. Located approximately 11 miles from Pinedale, this is a low-use trail network. The first portion of the road is paved, followed by two miles of maintained gravel road to a small parking area. The Half Moon Lake [ … ] 
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Traffic: Low-use  Elevation: 7,600 Feet

Meadow Lake Trailhead offers isolation for adventurers who wish for it. This is a low-use trailhead that is not recommended for low clearance vehicles or sedans. No corrals or drinking water at the trailhead. No restrooms or campground nearby. This area receives very light use from other hikers and stock, but is a major access for Timico Lake and some supreme back country fishing [ … ] 
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Traffic: Low-use  Elevation: 8,040 Feet

The New Fork Lakes and surroundings forest and rocky canyon walls are beautiful. Furthermore, the New Fork Trailhead accesses good mountain stream fishing and a relatively mild approach deep into the central Wind River Range. The trailhead is approximately 24 miles north of Pinedale via highway 352 and about 4 miles of good gravel road. This is a medium-use area at an elevation of 7,800'. Two National [ … ] 
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Traffic: Medium-use  Elevation: 7,890 Feet

Scab Creek Trailhead is a go-to for some serious backcountry fishing and spectacular panoramic views in Bonneville Basin of the Wind River Range. Its 7,636 acres adjoins the Bridger Wilderness in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, which lies to the east. Backpackers appreciate the quieter hiking, and anglers can't spend enough time with the countless alpine lakes in this area. Scab Creek Trailhead is located [ … ] 
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Traffic: Low-use  Elevation: 7,870 Feet

Spring Creek Park boasts quiet hiking through timber and meadows to gradually gain higher elevations above tree line. The trailhead is located approximately 12 miles north of Pinedale. High clearance vehicles are strongly recommended, and due to the roughness of the road the hiking and stock use is light. There is a large parking area with one corral, but no restrooms or [ … ] 
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Traffic: Low-use  Elevation: 8,480 Feet