Wind River High Route
A 90-mile off-trail traverse of the Wind River Range — talus, glacier crossings, and 30 named 12,000-ft passes.
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- Region
- Wyoming, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- High alpine glacial (3,000–4,000 m)
- Best season
- August – early September
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Mountaineering
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Key takeaways
- Biome: High alpine glacial (3,000–4,000 m)
- Best season: August – early September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 90-mile off-trail traverse of the Wind River Range — talus, glacier crossings, and 30 named 12,000-ft passes.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: August – early September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
High alpine glacial (3,000–4,000 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Wind River High Route trip tools
Popular pursuits at Wind River High Route
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
- Mountaineering
Glacier and high-route objectives with real consequence.
- Canoeing
Paddle routes, portages, and put-ins.
- Fishing
Resident gamefish, seasons, and the water that holds them.
