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This is a family-friendly trail that heads up Darby Canyon to experience the Wind Cave.


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3.3

Miles

5.3

KM

Point to Point

8,776' 2,675 m

High

7,037' 2,145 m

Low

1,748' 533 m

Up

9' 3 m

Down

10%

Avg Grade (6°)

46%

Max Grade (25°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Cave · River/Creek · Views · Waterfall · Wildflowers

Family Friendly This intermediate trail offers plenty to keep the kids occupied and interested.

Description

This is a great family-friendly trail to the Wind Cave. Hikers will enjoy singletrack most of the way. While there are a few areas of steep trail, there's nothing above an intermediate skill level. It's a great trail to challenge adults, teenagers, and youngsters (5+) alike.

In spring and early summer, there's plenty of water to drink (after filtering of course) and to cool off your head and feet. Enjoy the small waterfall near the top!

A word to the wise: bring snacks. While this trail isn't very long, it can easily take 4 hours round-trip depending on your skill and fitness level.

Contacts

Shared By:

Allen Cain

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  4.5 from 15 votes

#713

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  4.5 from 15 votes
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#34

in Wyoming

#713

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Photos

Darby Canyon
Aug 15, 2020 near Alta, WY
Up close view of wind cave
Aug 9, 2017 near Alta, WY
Waterfall from below the Wind Cave
Aug 9, 2017 near Alta, WY
Wind Cave
Aug 15, 2020 near Alta, WY
Sunset over Darby Canyon
Aug 15, 2020 near Alta, WY

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