Palmer Lake
3.0 mi
Distance
128 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 4m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Palmer Lake is a point-to-point trail in Bridger National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Sublette County, Wyoming. It is 3 miles long and gains 128 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Cora, Wyoming, about 14 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,108 ft |
| High point | 0.5 mi | 3,150 ft |
| End | 3.0 mi | 2,701 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed May 1–Oct 31
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Cora, WY · about 14 mi away
- County:
- Sublette County, WY
- Jurisdiction:
- Bridger National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Pricing varies — check with the operator
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