Established Camping
Bailey Creek Trailhead
Bailey Creek Trailhead is located in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, featuring forested terrain with trails for hiking. Temperatures in this area can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the scenic views of the Wind River Range and the natural beauty of the Gros Ventre Wilderness.
Description
The Bailey Creek trail is 9 miles long (one-way), and travels across the watershed divide to scenic Bailey Lake then continues down to the Snake River. Its source to the Snake River is designated as a national Wild and Scenic River. The trailhead for the Bailey Creek trail offers several areas for dispersed camping as well as plenty of parking. Alternatively, access by fording or boating the Snake River from the Elbow is also possible late in the season.
Location
Bailey Creek Trailhead is located in Wyoming
Directions
From the Town of Alpine, Wyoming, head east on Greys River Road /Forest Service Road 10138 (FS-10138) and follow it for approximately 8 miles. Turn left at the junction getting onto The Little Greys Road/ FS-10124 and follow it for 13.2 miles. Bailey Creek Trailhead is the first left, past the turnoff for McCain Guard Station. Approximate travel details from the Town of Alpine: 21 miles, 38 minutes.
Coordinates
43.12240851 N
110.7100034 W
Detours Nearby
Greys River Corridor
1 hr 1 min away
Mccoy Creek Campground
1 hr 19 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 14 min from Idaho Falls
- 2 hrs 57 min from Pocatello
- 3 hrs 33 min from Logan
- 4 hrs 8 min from Ogden
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
