Shirley Lake

Shirley Lake is a 4.3-mile out-and-back hike in the Bridger Wilderness, part of the Pinedale Ranger District of Bridger-Teton National Forest in Wyoming. The trail climbs from a low point of 8,878 feet to a high of 9,996 feet, with a total elevation gain of 2,498 feet over the round trip. The steepest stretch comes early, at about 0.18 miles in, with a grade of 21 percent. The route is rated moderate, and the Forest Service manages the land. The trail is on natural surface, and horses are allowed. Bikes are not. The open season runs from May 1 to October 31, and the hike takes about 2.5 hours. Nearby, Clear Creek and Lakeside are both within 3 miles. Green River Lakes offers fishing and camping, and Slide Lake is about 3.1 miles away.