Shadow Northwest Loop

Wyoming

Wyoming

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1.6 mi

Distance

944 ft

Gain

49 min

Time

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What we do know

  • Inside Bridger-Teton National Forest

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  • No access route mapped

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Quick trip — under 2 mi
Out & back

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Elevation & route

Distance
1.6 mi
Elevation gain
944 ft
Elevation loss
944 ft
Highest point
8,116 ft
Lowest point
7,792 ft
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About this trail

Shadow Northwest Loop is a 3.12-mile out-and-back trail in Wyoming with 944 feet of elevation gain and loss. The route reaches a maximum elevation of 8,116 feet.

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The Virginian RV Park

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Greys River Cove

Hiking business nearby (~46 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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