North Fork Trail
Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Albany County, WY
Out-and-back trail in Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Albany County, WY. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 8.8 mi (14.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,306 ft (398 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 30 min
- High point
- 10,541 ft (3,213 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about North Fork Trail
How long is North Fork Trail?
North Fork Trail is 8.8 mi (14.1 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 30 min. It climbs 1,306 ft (398 m) in total, up to a high point of 10,541 ft (3,213 m).
How hard is North Fork Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for North Fork Trail?
Parking at the start. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on North Fork Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is North Fork Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (76% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on North Fork Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on North Fork Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for North Fork Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Great Escape Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Moderate · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Middle Drifter Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Moderate · 0.5 mi (0.7 km)
- Crazy Horse Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Hard · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap