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Box Creek Trailhead

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The trailhead is typically accessible late spring through fall, depending on snow conditions. Road access may be limited or impassable during winter and early spring. A 5-day stay limit applies from May 1 through Labor Day in dispersed camping areas of the Blackrock Ranger District.

Flood Watch issued July 21 at 12:59PM MDT until July 23 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY

12:59 PM — July 22nd, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, south central, southwest, and west central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Casper Mountain, Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range, Lander Foothills, Natrona County Lower Elevations, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains, Southwest Bighorn Basin, Upper Wind River Basin, Wind River Basin, Wind River Mountains East and Wind River Mountains West. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County, Southeast Bighorn Basin and Southeast Johnson County. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills, Jackson Hole, North Bighorn Basin, Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. In south central Wyoming, East Sweetwater County, Flaming Gorge and Rock Springs and Green River. In southwest Wyoming, South Lincoln County. In west central Wyoming, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges, Star Valley, Upper Green River Basin and Upper Green River Basin Foothills. * WHEN...Until late Wednesday night. The most likely period of possible flooding is Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving showers and thunderstorms and abnormally high moisture in the air can bring locally heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Bridger-Teton National Forest

Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.

Bridger-Teton National Forest

Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…

About

Box Creek Trailhead provides backcountry access to the Teton Wilderness in the Blackrock Ranger District of Bridger-Teton National Forest. The 13.3-mile Box Creek Trail leads north from this trailhead to Enos Lake and connects with the Pacific Creek Trail system. While not as popular as other Teton Wilderness access points, it sees regular use by ranger patrols, outfitters, and hunters during fall season. The trailhead sits at the end of a challenging one-lane road that climbs from Buffalo Valley Road. Facilities are minimal: a vault toilet and stock corral for horse trailer parking. No potable water is available, and campsites are no longer formally maintained. This is prime grizzly bear habitat, so proper food storage is mandatory. The remote location and rugged access make this area best suited for experienced backcountry users with high-clearance vehicles.

Directions

From Moran Junction, head east on US Highway 26/287. Turn north onto Buffalo Valley Road and continue approximately 8 miles to the trailhead. The final stretch is a challenging one-lane uphill road.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $0

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (307) 543-3900

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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