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Trails End Campground Elkhart Park

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At 9,350 feet elevation, Trails End Campground sits at the top of Skyline Drive, where the pavement ends and the Wind River Range backcountry begins. The campground has just eight sites, and reviewers note that sites 2 through 5 can accommodate trailers and RVs, while the remaining sites run small, with enough room for a tent and little else. A camp host is stationed in the on-site A-frame cabin during the operating season, which runs mid-June through mid-September.

No water is available on-site. Pack in everything you need, and download maps before you arrive since cell service is unreliable at the campground itself, though a viewpoint a short distance down the main road tends to get a signal. Vault toilets are on-site and reviewers consistently describe them as clean. At $12 per night with no reservation system, all sites are first-come, first-served. Campers planning a backpacking trip into Titcomb Basin or other Wind River Range destinations frequently use this campground as a staging point, and a large adjacent area accommodates horse trailers and trailhead parking. As Lucy L. notes, "bugs and flies were pretty bad," so plan accordingly.

Day-use traffic through the trailhead can be heavy, with one reviewer counting roughly 35 vehicles passing in a 12-hour stretch. The campground sits within Bridger National Forest, and campers wanting dispersed alternatives nearby can consider Skyline Drive Dispersed — Bridger NF a short distance down the road.

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Map & DirectionsTrails End Campground Elkhart Park is located in Wyoming near Pinedale

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43.00600005 N
109.75200075 W

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3 hrs 22 min from Idaho Falls, ID
3 hrs 44 min from Logan, UT
3 hrs 54 min from Ogden, UT
4 hrs 5 min from Pocatello, ID

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Reviews6 Camper Reviews - Trails End Campground Elkhart Park

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Guests frequently mentioned this small, affordable campground as ideal for wilderness access, though facilities are basic with no water. A common theme was mixed site privacy and ongoing road construction issues affecting access.

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Jamie W.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 10, 2026

Lovely, small PAID campground

$12 for a site. We walked in on Monday July 6 and there were several sights open. I think there are only around 8 total sights. It’s at the top of skyline drive, with walkable access to multiple trail options into the wind river range. The site was clean and quiet. There is no water, but there are picnic tables, a bear bin, fire pit, and clean vault toilets.

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Month of VisitJuly

Greg L.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 1, 2021

Nice high elevation camp

UPDATE: road has been torn up to gravel last 4 mi or so. Intent is to repave it but as of June 20 2024 it was washboard dusty gravel last few miles to top.

Small campground at end of paved road. Only a few sites can handle RVs, total of 8 sites but # 2-5 are large enough for TT or RVs, $12 nite, 14d limit. Vault toilet, but NO water and no trash. No reservations, all sites are FF. Camp host is onsite at the cabin A-frame info bldg. Large area of horse trailer parking and hiking TH parking adjacent. No cell service but short distance down main paved at a viewpoint cell signal seems to connect. 10 miles from Pinedale, this is really just the end of road parking for access to wilderness trails above. CG elevation is 9350 ft.

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Lucy L.

Ranger

Reviewed Jul. 2, 2021

Beautiful sunsets Bad Mosquitoes

We stayed for a quick overnight. Campground was clean and had hiking and biking trails that leave right from the campground. little/no cell service. Campground had vault toilets but no running water available. Pack in what you need and download maps before entering. Bugs and flies were pretty bad but it didnt deter us from enjoying the sunset.

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Month of VisitJune

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Lisa H.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 28, 2019

Camping before backpacking the Winds

Very nice small campground but very good privacy between sites. I camped here before backpacking the Wind River Range. No water. But did have a very clean bathroom and excellent paved road to campground. The campsite was $12 .

Site8

Month of VisitAugust

Kelsey C.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 2, 2017

Tons of traffic

Campsite is $7/night which isn't bad. Super calm and isolated sites. Tiny camp sites for tent camping. There was enough room for a tent, hammock and chair and nothing else. The rangers were very nice and everyone was friendly. Basically no privacy at these sites but everyone was quiet so it wasn't a big deal. The reason I'm giving the site 3 stars is because of how much traffic there was. I saw approximately 35 cars drive by 12 hours. This is a high traffic area.

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Month of VisitJuly

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David B.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 30, 2016

Trails End

We just visited Trails End earlier this month and had a great stay there. We camped in Site 1 out of the 8 and had lots of privacy. The next morning we started a backpacking trip into Titcomb Basin and the location was perfect for that. Other than the road construction on the way up, it was a nice scenic drive. Highly recommended.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What hiking trails are accessible from Elkhart Park Trailhead near Trails End Campground?

From Elkhart Park Trailhead at Trails End Campground, hikers can access trails leading into the spectacular Wind River Range. Popular destinations include Titcomb Basin, which is accessible via a backpacking route that starts directly from the campground. The area offers both hiking and biking trails that depart right from the campground. This makes Trails End an excellent basecamp for day hikes or the starting point for more extensive backcountry adventures into the Wind River wilderness.

Where is Trails End Campground located in Wyoming?

Trails End Campground is located at the end of a paved road in Elkhart Park near Pinedale, Wyoming. It serves as a gateway to the Wind River Range, making it an ideal starting point for backpacking trips into areas like Titcomb Basin. The campground sits at the terminus of the road, providing direct access to wilderness trailheads. The last portion of the access road may occasionally be under construction or maintenance, with some sections potentially being gravel.

What is the elevation at Trails End Campground near Pinedale, WY?

While the exact elevation isn't specifically mentioned, Trails End Campground sits at a high elevation in the Wind River Range near Pinedale. The campground's position at the end of the road in Elkhart Park places it at a significant altitude, as evidenced by its role as a starting point for backcountry trips into the alpine areas of the Wind River Range. Visitors should prepare for typical high-elevation camping conditions, including cooler temperatures, possible weather changes, and the presence of insects during summer months.

How does Trails End Campground compare to other campgrounds in Pinedale, WY?

Trails End Campground is a small, intimate camping area with just 8 sites, offering more seclusion than many other Pinedale area campgrounds. The fee is $12 per night, which is reasonable for the region. While sites offer good privacy despite the campground's small size, only sites #2-5 can accommodate RVs or travel trailers. Trails End stands out for its direct access to wilderness trails, making it particularly appealing to backpackers and hikers. Unlike some other campgrounds, it lacks running water but does feature clean vault toilets and excellent trail access.

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