Wind River High Route
USA · North America · Technical trek · score 75/100
At a glance
| Countries | USA |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Wyoming (Wind River Range) |
| Type | Technical trek |
| Length | 120 km |
| Typical duration | 8 days |
| Difficulty | 5/5 (Very hard) |
| Max altitude | 3810 m |
| Best season | Jul-Sep |
| Start | Green River Lakes, WY |
| End | Big Sandy Opening, WY |
| Permit / guide | No permit (Bridger-Teton and Shoshone NF) |
| Special gear | ice axe (glacial passes); navigation essential |
Score
75/100
One of the finest alpine traverses in North America; serious off-trail terrain
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: low.
Notes
Distance and altitude approximate; route variants differ
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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