Bottle Creek Trail

Directions:
Drive west of Encampment for approximately 8 miles on Wyoming State Highway 70. Go past the Forest Boundary to the large parking lot (on the west side of the highway) at the seasonal closure gate.

Description:
The loop trails, which make up the Bottle Creek Trails, wind through aspen, lodgepole pine stands, and reclaimed clear-cuts. The trails provide a range of distances for hikers from the South Brush Creek Campground or for motorists needing to stretch their legs. The trails are maintained to provide cross-country skiing and snow shoeing opportunities in the winter. Restroom facilities are available at the Bottle Creek campground.

Elevation: 8,760 feet
Recommended Season: June-October
Skill Level: Difficult
Length of Trail: 8.3