![]() Sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and it only costs $7 per night. If you plan to camp the night before leaving on the trek (a good idea to help acclimate to the elevation), the Big Sandy Campground near the trailhead is a great option. The trailhead is about 3.5 hours drive from Jackson, Wyoming. You must drive to the trailhead or arrange for a private shuttle. At the trailhead there are vault toilets and parking, but no potable water source (plan to arrive with a filled camelbak or filter water along the trail). Logistics: The Cirque of the Towers Loop starts and end at the Big Sandy Trailhead. Beyond these regulation, you should follow other general rules such as staying on trail, packing out all trash, and properly storing food (either in a bear canister or by properly hanging). In the Bridger Wilderness area, campfires are only allowed below the tree line and cutting or removing standing wood is not allowed. Also, there is no camping or campfires are not allowed within 1/4 mile of Lonesome Lake near the Cirque of the Towers. There is no camping allowed within 200 feet of lake shores or within 100 feet of creeks or streams. There are a few regulations that backpackers must follow in these areas though. Both the Popo Agie and Bridger Wilderness areas allow groups under 15 people to backpack with no permits or fees. Permits: No permits are needed to backpack in the Wind River Range. Preparations: Click here to read more about Permits Shop Deal of the Day at REI Outlet (up to 50% off)! Jump to Day 5: Skull Lake to Big Sandy Trailhead Jump to Day 3: Dutch Oven Lake to Grave Lake Jump to Day 2: Lonesome Lake to Dutch Oven Lake Jump to Day 1: Big Sandy Trailhead to Lonesome Lake Topographic map of Wind River Range for purchase ( link).Higher resolution version of the overall map for Cirque of the Towers Loop ( PDF).Day 1 camp at Lonesome Lake (turquoise), Day 2 camp at Dutch Oven Lake (magenta), Day 3 camp at Grave Lake (yellow), Day 4 camp at Skull Lake (blue), and Day 5 hike out (red). ![]() Overall map of the Cirque of the Towers Loop in the Wind River Range of Wyoming. Along this route you circumnavigate the iconic Cirque of the Towers mountain region, conveniently starting and ending at the same trailhead. The beauty of this area makes it one of the more popular backpacking destinations in Wyoming, but the scenery makes up for any crowds you may encounter. Highlights include steep glacier cut valleys, glacial-fed alpine lakes, impressive granite peaks, and spectacular views. +/ -9,500 feet of elevation across the course of this trek with a peak elevation of 11,870 feet. Trip Overview: The 45 mile Cirque of the Towers backpacking loop goes through the spectacular and popular Wind River Range of the Pop Agie and Bridger Wilderness areas of Wyoming.
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