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Bridger National Forest/Wyoming

Black Joe

0.5 mi

Distance

92 ft

Elev. Gain

13m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Black Joe Trail is a short, 0.5-mile trail with a dirt surface located in Wyoming, potentially within Bridger-Teton National Forest, given the USFS source. The trail features a gradual elevation gain of 92 feet, reaching a maximum elevation of 2991 meters. This area is known for its alpine environments and scenic views, making it an enjoyable destination for a brief hike. It is not a loop trail, so hikers will need to return along the same path.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

high elevation

Elevation Profile

Min:2,959 ft
Max:2,991 ft
33 ft
4 ft
2,959 ft2,970 ft2,980 ft2,991 ft0.0 mi0.1 mi0.3 mi0.4 mi0.5 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Best Seasons

SummerFall

Highlights

scenic viewsalpine environment

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Imported route

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Wyoming hunting page

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