About this place

Bears Ears Trailhead is located at the end of Forest Service Road 330 high up the Wind River Foothills and within close proximity to the Popo Agie Wilderness. Bears Ears trail provides access to the Popo Agie Wilderness, many mountain lakes. The trail consistently reaches elevations over 10,000 feet and connects with other trails that accesses the high peaks of the Wind River Range, and the Cirque of Towers. The trailhead consists of ample parking, equestrian amenities, and visitor information. The Wind River Indian Reservation must be crossed to access this Trailhead. To cross tribal lands or to access nearby tribal lands you and everyone in your party must purchase a tribal fishing license and trespass permit. Food and bear attractants must be stored in accord with the Shoshone National Forest Food Storage Order. From Lander, travel 15 miles northwest on U.S. Highway 26/287. Turn left (west) at Hines Store then travel southwest for 17.6 miles on Moccasin Lake Road (Forest Road 329). Turn right onto FS Road 330 an proceed 0.6 mile until you reach the trailhead.