Four Bear Trail

The Four Bear Trailhead provides access to the Four Bear Trail that is suitable for horseback riding, hiking, and limited mountain biking. Facilities at the trailhead include an information kiosk, horse trailer parking, horse hitching rails, and toilet facilities. The trail provides access to Four Bear Mountain climbing north approximately four miles to the Shoshone National Forest boundary where it connects to many trails on the forest.

The Four Bear Trail also intersects the Jim Mountain Trail about two miles east of the U.S. Forest Service Jim Mountain Trailhead. The elevation ranges from 5,600 feet to 7,600 feet.

Spectacular views are offered of the North Fork Shoshone River valley and fascinating volcanic spires, turrets and banded rock formations. Wildlife such as deer, elk, grizzly and black bear, and numerous bird species such as golden eagles and mountain bluebirds are often found in the trail area. This is grizzly bear country, so be bear aware!

FOUR BEAR TRAIL PHOTOS

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The BLM welcomes you to explore, enjoy, and make positive memories from your outdoor experiences on America's public lands and waters. Please remember these are wide-open spaces and wildlands. Plan ahead and be aware of potential hazards. It is everyone's responsibility to take the necessary steps to minimize chances of becoming lost or injured on public lands.

When visiting public lands, please also practice Leave No Trace and Tread Lightly principles.

For other key advice on various recreation activities, please see the BLM's trip-planning tips. These helpful tips can help you make the most of your recreation experience. However, for more information about local conditions, regulations and recreation resources, there is no substitute for visiting the closest BLM office.

Accessibility:

The Hogan and Luce Campground was rebuilt to meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards in 2017-2018. All six sites (five individual sites and one group site) are accessible. The ground surface is stable and firm throughout the facility.

The campground has one accessible pit toilet; a second accessible toilet is located near the other reservoir, though the grounds near that reservoir are not ADA accessible. The campground kiosks and registration books have been modified to accommodate people who use wheelchairs, and regular maintenance ensures the facility's features remain accessible for visitors with mobility impairments.

The campground has an accessible boat dock, which has a canoe and kayak dock/launch with a transfer slide bench and grab rail, which can be used by visitors in wheelchairs. The EZ Launch feature on the boat dock keeps your canoe or kayak stable so anyone can feel confident transferring into their boat independently and securely, then launching with ease. Please note that the boat dock is installed in late May and removed in September each year.

Service animals are welcome on the site with no restrictions.

Each campsite includes the following accessible features:

a parking spot;
a picnic table that is wheelchair-accessible on both ends;
a grill/fire ring reinforced with double metal walls to decrease the amount of heat that radiates out sideways; and
bear-proof storage boxes, which were modified to be usable by people with dexterity concerns.

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Phone

307-578-5900

Email

cody_wymail@blm.gov

Activities

Directions

The trailhead is located 17 miles west of Cody on Wyoming State Highway 14-16-20 (the road to Yellowstone). Turn right at the Four Bear Trailhead sign.