Step Into A Gorgeous Ancient Forest When You Visit Wyoming's Gros Ventre Wilderness
By Kim Magaraci|Published September 15, 2019
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Kim Magaraci graduated Rutgers University with a degree in Geography and has spent the last seven years as a freelance travel writer. Contact: kmagaraci@onlyinyourstate.com
Bridger Teton National Forest is one of Wyoming’s most treasured protected landscapes, and if you take the time to hike into its Gros Ventre Wilderness, you’ll soon feel like you’ve walked into a storybook natural wonder.
The Gros Ventre Wilderness is a huge section of the National Forest, preserved without roads or structures, designed to be accessed on foot (or horseback) only.
The most famous feature of the wilderness is the Gros Ventre slide. On June 23, 1925, a huge section of Sheep Mountain crashed away in a landslide, forming a huge lake and dam.
There are hundreds of miles of trails that take you through ancient forest as well as new growth, and you'll be able to see pristine landscape untouched by man.
The wildlife in the Gros Ventre Wilderness includes moose, elk, bear, pronghorn, and more. Keep your wits about you and remember that you are in their space.
Here's a view from the storied Jackson Peak trail. No matter where you hike in the Gros Ventre Wilderness, you'll be sure to find stunning views during your memorable trip.
Gros Ventre Wilderness is located in Bridger-Teton National Forest. You can find access information from the National Park Service here. For maps and information about the Gros Ventre Wilderness trail system, visit AllTrails here.
