Bridger-Teton National Forest Guide

Bridger-Teton National Forest Hiking Trails

• Josie's Ridge

  This challenging trail leads hikers from an elevation of 6,157 to 7,700 feet. The climb is steep, but those who tackle the challenge are rewarded with stunning views of the Teton Range. In addition to forested sections and spectacular views, the trail also winds through more open landscapes dotted with sagebrush and wildflowers. 

  Length: 2.5 miles

  Intensity: Difficult

• Cottonwood Creek Trail

  The Cottonwood Creek Trail winds through wooded hills, following the path of the sparkling creek. Hikers will be treated to diverse landscapes as they make their way along the forest path that sometimes traverses the creek bottoms before venturing further up into the forested hills. The trail crosses the creek at several locations along the way, so hikers should bring appropriate footwear for crossing the creek and exercise caution during the spring runoffs. 

  Length: 10.62 miles

  Intensity: Moderate

• Arrow Trail

  Follow the Arrow Trail as it winds through a mixture of open meadows filled with wildflowers and thick forests filled with aspen and towering pine trees. Along the way, visitors will enjoy stunning vistas of nearby ridges and distant mountain ranges. Because this trail is designated for hikers and mountain bikers, the path is generally smooth, and creek crossings feature small log-constructed bridges. 

  Length: 4.5 miles

  Intensity: Moderate

• Black Canyon Trail

  This trail leads hikers from the Teton Pass to the Black Canyon Overlook. The hike features moderate climbs through open meadows and along ridgelines. Hikers can glimpse views of Jackson Hole and the Gros Ventre Mountain Range from the path along the ridge to the Black Canyon Overlook. The overlook itself is the summit of Mount Elly; from there, hikers are rewarded with breathtaking vistas encompassing the Black Canyon and the Snake River Range. 

  Length: 6.3 miles

  Intensity: Moderate

• History Trail

  Take a hike along an old wagon road that once led settlers and pioneers through Wyoming. The History path crosses through forests and open meadows, guiding visitors along a scenic path dotted with historic artifacts along the way. Look for the old tractor, the Reed Hotel Rock, and the remains of the old sawmill that once stood along the trail. 

  Length: 3 miles 

  Intensity: Moderate

• Shoal Falls Trail

  Follow this trail through a mixture of forests and wide-open meadows teeming with wildflower and sagebrush. As you hike toward the ridgeline, you'll enjoy views of the Open Door and Corner Peak. Following the ridgeline, the trail comes to the Shoal Falls overlook. You can see the falls and the upper drainage area from the overlook before descending through a path of wildflowers on your way to the creek crossing.

  Length: 5 miles 

  Intensity: Moderate