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Trip Planning
The staff at Wild Iris are happy to help you plan your next outdoor adventure in the Lander area. Whether you are up for backpacking, biking, fishing (We sell Wyoming and Tribal Fishing Permits), climbing or sightseeing please feel free to give us a call (888-284-5968) or send an email (wildiris@wildirisclimbing.com). We will happily assist you. Also, take a minute to look at what is available below or the links to the right for more detailed information. Happy Adventuring!
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Access Info
 Sinks Canyon
Sinks Canyon is managed by three different land agencies: BLM, Forest Service and the State Park. A leash law exists in State Park boundaries. The main wall from roughly the Scud Area wall all the way to the Camel Jockey wall exists within this boundary. Leash your dogs while hiking and/or climbing routes within State Park boundaries. Dogs chasing other dogs and wildlife is of concern to the State Park authorities. Also, please stay on existing trails. Short cuts and braids/network trails compound erosion problems and are frowned upon. Local climbers have a great relationship with these agencies and wish to keep it as such. Let's police ourselves and not risk losing the routes and walls that exist within the State Park.
Further questions can be answered or attended by calling either:
BLM Lander Field Office(Brandon Thielke): 307-332-8400
Sinks Canyon State Park Office (Darrell Trembly): 307-332-6333
Nothing crazy in the forecast. Sunday will be warmer than Saturday. Rattlesnakes and ticks have been spotted.
JR: 05-10-12
Road closed. Pavement is dry to Worthen turnoff, good for biking this time of year! Past the pavement is still variable drifting. Forest Service will open the road in June typically depending on the spring snow.
et: 05-10-12
Trails are clear on the Middle Fork Trail from Bruce's to the Shoshone Lake Trail intersection. Beyond is still drifted. North facing slopes including from Worthen to Sheep Bridge are heavily drifted. South facing slopes are generally melted out. Look for full access in mid to late June (depending on spring snow pack).
Please call the Bridger Teton Ranger Station at 307-367-4326 or the Washakie/Shoshone Ranger Station at 307-332-5460 for more information.
et: 05-10-12
 
Snowpack in the winds from 9800 ft (left). Stough Creek Trailhead at Worthen Reservoir (right).
Photos taken 4/22/2012 by Wild Iris Staff
Wild Iris Climbing Area
Limestone Mountain Road is clear to the Little Popo Agie River. The road to main parking is open. Avoid driving the O.K. Corral road if puddled to prevent rutting. Weather patterns are variable, so be prepared for anything.
Baldwin Creek/ Shoshone Lake Road
Road Closed. Road usually opens in June.
Cirque of the Towers/Haystack
Spring conditions. Approach could still require intermittent skiing or snowshoeing at spots. Rock would most likely be wet. Major drifting down to 8000' and snow line is at 9000'.
 (Matt " The Surgeon" on top of Haystack Mountain via "Minor Dihedral", sick!)
A beautiful area! Please respect this fragile area and practice Leave No Trace Ethics. Human waste and garbage is a noticeable problem. Pack out waste and garbage. Re Stop bags for human waste are available at the Wild Iris Mountain Sports. If we are not careful we will love this area to death and may not be allowed free use. Don't forget to check out other areas in the Wind River Range.
JR: 05-12-12
Dickinson Park & Bears Ears Trailheads
Spring Conditions, the road in is rumored to be melting out.
Seasonal access is permitted with a mandatory Reservation Fishing Permit for each person in your party to travel across the Wind River Indian Reservation to the trail head. Tribal Fishing Permits are now available at Wild Iris Mountain Sports. Annual Resident Reservation Permit is $80. Annual Non-resident Reservation Permit is $120. Daily permits are also available ($20 for residents and $25 nonresidents with a $5 recreation stamp); travelers are required to purchase a daily permit for the day entered and the day they will exit. For the most up to date information call the Shoshone Forest Service in Lander at (307) 332-5460
vb: 05-04-12
Gannet Peak
Winter / spring Conditions.
vb: 05-04-12
We try to update our conditions regularly but should you have information that is more current from your recent trip please feel free to email us at wildiris@wildirisclimbing.com or call 307-332-4541. Happy Trails!
For more detailed information you my also check: twitter.com/ShoshoneNF. Road Closure information is available 24 hours a day by calling 307-335-7277 (335-PASS) or the Shoshone National Forest Station at 307-335-2171.
Camping Info
City Park in Lander
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From Wild Iris Mountain Sports, drive South on 3rd Street straight to City Park . Camping is FREE with a maximum stay of 3 days. Water spigots are located next to group shelter and north end of park near recreation office. South restrooms are closed in winter, but the restrooms located at the rear of the recreation office remain open year round.
Sinks Canyon Campgrounds (4 options all on South/left side of the canyon road as you drive up)(distances listed in relation to climbing walls as well)
- 1st campground- Sawmill Campground (State Park) at the entrance of state park and across road from the Sandstone Buttress. 3 camping sites, group shelter and playground. $6 per vehicle resident, $11 per vehicle non-resident.
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2nd campground- Popo Agie Campground (State Park) roughly middle of the canyon, close to the Main Wall. $6 per vehicle resident, $11 per vehicle non-resident. 24 sites total (19 pull in and 5 tent), 2 vault toilets, tables, fire pits and potable water. 307-332-6333. Open: May 1st to October 1st.
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3rd campground- just past cattle guard on your left and within walking distance to the Main Wall. 9 sites total with 1 vault toilet, tables and fire pits. Open May 1st to October 1st with non potable water. Shoshone Forest Service 307-332-5460. $15 per vehicle.
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4th option- FREE camping area just past the Missouri Field Camp . Walking distance to "the Wilds" or Fairfield Hill. Also known as Hugh Ottie. Limited sites, 1 pit toilet and no tables or fire pits. Please keep the area clean. Do not drive off road in wet or dry conditions!
Atlantic City/ South Pass campgrounds (BLM managed-307-332-8400)
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From Lander, go past the Wild Iris climbing area about 5 miles. Look for the brown sign on your right; the turn is on your left.
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$6 per night. Picnic tables, water, and pit toilets. Water is turned off. Price reduced for seniors ($3 with Golden Age Pass).
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BE BEAR AWARE!
Wild Iris climbing area camping
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FREE camping along the base of the OK Corral wall. Camping is great, but bring bug repellant. BE DISCREET and low impact! Hang your food! This is bear country. Don't leave food outside of your vehicle unless you are there with the food and consuming. Same applies for dog food. Also do not leave food in your tent during the day or at night. Bears like all food, especially human food! Shoshone National Forest (307) 332-5460.
Wind River Trip Suggestions
| Miles |
Trip Description |
Days |
Trailhead |
Notes |
Topo's |
Book Ref |
| 1 to 7 |
Blue Ridge |
Overnight |
Blue Ridge |
Short hike to an old fire lookout or continue on 4WD road to wilderness border to access Cony Mountain or Upper Silas Lake. Follow FS 131 from Sinks Canyon up switchbacks to signed trailhead for Blue Ridge, park on the left. |
Cony Mountain |
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| 9 |
Silas Canyon |
Overnight |
Fiddler's Lake |
Out and back. May be shortened by stopping before Island Lake. Fishing: Brook, Cutthroat. Trail not marked |
Cony Mountain, Christina Lake |
Woods, p. 152 |
| 11 |
Big Sandy Lake |
Overnight |
Big Sandy Opening |
Out and back. Very little elevation gain. Bear boxes at lake. USE THEM! |
Big Sandy Opening, Temple Peak, EWP southern |
Adkison p 220 Woods p. 114 |
| 14 |
Stough Creek Basin |
2-3 days |
Worthern Meadows Reservoir |
Out and back. Length depends on how deep you go into basin. Popular fishing area. |
Cony, Sweetwater, EWP So |
Adkison p 220 |
| 19 |
Cirque of the Towers |
2-3 days |
Big Sandy Opening |
Out and back. Opportunity for camping early, shortening trip (Big Sandy Lake) |
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Kelsey p 272, Adkison p 174 |
| 26 |
Wind River Peak |
2-3 days |
Worthen Meadows Reservoir |
Loop or out and back. Non-technical summit (strenuous). Fishing: Cutt, Rainbow, Brook, Golden |
Sweetwater, EWP SO |
Kelsey p 346, Woods p. 128 |
| 28 |
Bears Ears Loop |
3-4 days |
Dickinson Park area |
Loop. Hard first day. River crossings impassable early in season. Trailhead currently closed. Private prop/Indian res. |
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Kelsey p 249 |
| 32 |
Titcomb Basin |
3-4 days |
Elkhart Park |
Out and back. Possible loop over knapsack col. (snow, 38 mi) Early season river problems. Fishing potential. |
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Kelsey p 161, Woods p 100 |
| 32 |
Squaretop Loop |
3-4 days |
Green River Lakes |
Loop over Porcupine Pass. Circumnavigates Squaretop Mtn. |
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Kelsey p 91, Woods p 163 |
| 36 |
Cirque of the Towers to Washakie Pass |
4 |
Big Sandy Opening |
Big loop. Bigger possible (Hailey Pass). Diverse country. |
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Kelsey p 249, 273 |
| 50 |
Gannet Peak Base Camp |
4+ min. |
Trail Lake Ranch |
Out and back. Very strenuous. Fair amount of elevation gain and loss. Gannett is technical! |
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Adkison p 240, Kelsey p 113 |
Related Links
Hiking Related Links:
Lander Llama
Allen’s Diamond 4 Ranch
Continental Divide Trail
Louis Lake Lodge
Biking Related Link:
Gannett Peak Sports
Fishing Related Links/Contacts:
Wild Iris Mountain Sports (we now offer both Wyoming & Reservation licenses)
Sweetwater Fishing Expeditions - George Hunker
Dunoir Fishing & Ramshorn Guest Ranch - Jeramie Prine
The Good Place155 Main Street Lander, WY 82520 307-332-3158
Big Sandy Lodge
Winter Activities Related Links:
Lander Nordic Ski Association
Gannett Peak Sports
Bridger Teton National Avalanche Advisory
Brooks Lake Lodge
Togowotee Mountain Lodge
Togowotee Pass Backcountry Alliance
Miscellaneous Local Links:
National Outdoor Leadership School
Wilderness Medicine Institute
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