Medicine Wheel Ranger District

The trail gently rises for ¾ mile then divides. The left branch, Meadows Trail (#947), is slightly less strenuous but longer, and rejoins the main trail about 2.6 miles later. The right main branch turns uphill for 1.7 miles where it meets the upper end of the Meadows Trail. From the upper junction an additional ¾ mile climb leads to the summit. Trailhead signs warn of Giardia in the water and poison ivy growing…

Two trails are accessible from this trailhead. The trail gently rises for ¾ mile and then divides. The left branch, Meadows Trail (#947), is slightly less strenuous but longer, and rejoins the main trail about 2.6 miles later. The right main branch turns uphill for 1.7 miles where it meets the upper end of the Meadows Trail. From the upper junction an additional ¾ mile climb leads to the summit. Trailhead signs warn…

Located along Willow Creek, Greys Mountain Campground is located near Bass Lake and closest available services. The campground has 26 campsites, provides vault toilets and each site has picnic tables and fire rings. Access to the facility is paved and dirt.

The Greys River Corridor encompasses the area surrounding the Greys River itself and the Greys River Road, and offers numerous opportunities for fishing, kayaking, camping, hiking, OHV riding and horseback riding.  The Greys River Road is one of the most popular forest roads on the Bridger-Teton National Forest, running for almost 60 miles from Alpine south to Tri Basin Divide.  The Greys River…

Greys River Ranger District  Current Conditions page Alpine Area Trails Project funded by Wyoming State Trails RTP Grant

About a mile upriver from the parking area at the Forest boundary is a pull-through kiosk with motorized use and dispersed camping info, plus river ecology and history.

Large parking area accommodates many trucks and trailers; toilet on site. Groomed snowmobile trailhead is closed to wheeled vehicles from Dec. 1 through May 1.

For hikers heading north on the Pacific Crest Trail the Grider Creek Campground is the first glimpse of civilization in over 40 miles. Driving from Seiad is a little over 6 miles but this campground, deep in the forest, makes you feel like you are a million miles from anywhere. The dense forest along Grider Creek provides 10 secluded campsites for tents, small RV's and trailers. There are tables, fire rings and…

The Grider Creek Trailhead at the south end of the campground is where the Pacific Crest Trail comes out of the Marble Mountain Wilderness. The trail goes up Grider Creek (south) for approximately 12 miles through old growth forest and eventually crosses the Kelsey National Recreation Trail.

Trailhead accesses trail that was an old wagon route built in 1864. It’s steep and treacherous with beautiful vistas. Builder and rancher King Woolsey charged soldiers and civilians two cents per mile for its use in the old days. Provides access to:   Facilities No drinking water No garbage service- Please pack it out

A scenic trail through mixed conifer, aspen, and open meadows.  Connects to the Griffin Point Trail.  Can be combined with other trails to make longer trips or a loop.      

Griffith Lake can be accessed at the end of Forest Road 58 in Peru or at the end of Forest Road 30 in Mount Tabor. The trail connecting these two roads also bisects the Big Branch and Peru Peak Wilderness areas. The lake itself is stocked annually by helicopter with brook trout and is a popular and scenic destination in the summer for hikers and in the winter…

Generally open year round as weather and conditions allow. Access/entry point to the Mt. Charleston and La Madre Wilderness Areas.

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The motorized Grindstone Trail (608) connects Hillside Connector (614) and Bear Creek Trail (607). Grindstone Trail intersects Bear Creek Trail (607) at mile 8. This 4 mile motorized trail is open to motorcycles / e-bikes and be can be an out and back or use it to connect with 4.8…

This 6.4 mile trail is the main trail in and around the Grindstone Lake area.  It's main trailhead can be found at the upper parking area with the ending point along the lake.  It is open for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.

The non-motorized Grindstone Loop Trail (658) branches off of Bear Creek Trail (607) at mile 8 to the left. This 4.8 miles non-motorized trail can be an out and back or use it to connect with 4 mile…

Partial Closure   All camping loops are closed for the 2025 season due to impacts from Hurricane Helene. Overnight Parking is available from 4/1 to 12/2, but will be closed during construction.  Escape the summer heat at 3,800 feet in elevation. Hike from your campsite to the top of Mount Rogers or stay and enjoy one of the best birding sites in the region. Enjoy watching a campfire, splashing in the…

The Grindstone Camp Trail is just on the other side of the creek from One Bee and is similar to One Bee in vegetation and terrain. It is, however, much shorter and steeper and is also a vigorous adventure.

Historic Campground This campground lies beneath a canopy of oak and Ponderosa pine on the banks of Grizzly Creek. The site has retained much of its original Civilian Conservation Corps character, and offers visitors recreation and relaxation in Black Hills National Forest. Located along the Iron Mountain Road, it is between Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Custer State Park. A pavilion built by the…

The rugged Grizzly Bear Creek Trail(Trail  #7) climbs sharply for a 1,500' elevation gain through the most remote areas of the Black Elk Wilderness. It winds through old growth forest, past beaver ponds, and on to towering granite formations and views of Black Elk Peak. Camping spots near water can be found adjacent to the lower sections of the trail.

East of Rock Creek, this campground is located in the Ranch Creek drainage. Several campsites border the creek.

Grizzly Campground is on the south end of Lake Davis. Ample shade is provided by the mixed pine forest. The campground has water, showers, flush toilets, host, trash service and paved roads. Each campsite has table, paved parking, fire ring and grill. 25 of the 55 campsites may be reserved. Bear resistant lockers are not available and visitors are required to be bear aware and store food, trash and scented items…

Located 32 miles northeast of Oroville or 17 miles west of Quincy on the Oro-Quincy Hwy, Grizzly Creek Campground is located one mile west of Bucks Lake. The campground has 11 sites; some sites are reservable. There are 8 sites that accommodate both tents and trailers and a few are alongside the creek. The campground is approximately 2 miles from the Bucks Lake Marina and Haskin's Valley Store. There is no water on…

The trail begins in Glenwood Canyon and ends 3.5 miles above. The trail travels up from the Colorado River through the canyon cut by Grizzly Creek, following the creek most of the time. The first 1/2 mile of the trail is broad and fairly level offering good spots to have a picnic near the creek. The trail will become narrower and surrounded by dense, lush vegetation, some areas are very rocky at times. The last 1 1/…

Grizzly Falls is located within Sequoia National Forest along the Kings River in Kings Canyon. This picnic area is a unique place to get up close to a majestic waterfall. This area provides picnic tables, vault toilet, and an interpretation sign telling about the waterfall and the geography of the area.  BE CAUTIOUS AROUND THE FALLS. Rocks become slippery when wet. Do not climb on any of the waterfall’s…

Grizzly Flat is a dispersed camping area next to the Yuki Wilderness and is a popular destination for hunters in the fall.  It has vault toilets, few fire rings and no picnic tables.  The campground is in a coniferous pine/spruce forest and is a relatively cool temperature camping site.  RV trailers are not recommended.  It is not paved and there is no real loop for a turn…

Simple panels describes life at this historic ranger station and various aspects of natural history of the area. 

Space for passenger vehicles and those pulling small trailers. Sometimes crowded during peak snowmobile periods.