Shale Creek/Kinney Cr. Loop (FR 10126) in WY -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Wyoming
Shale Creek/Kinney Cr. Loop (FR 10126) in WY
An 11.8-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Lincoln County, WY. The road serves Shot Hole Spring.
Bridger-Teton National Forest, Greys River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 11.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (11.8 miles). Climbs 2,000 ft over 11.8 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 19%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 14 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. A water crossing 10.2 miles in.
Wyoming Range stands 2,754 ft above the site, 2.0 miles northeast. The nearest town, Afton, is 17 mi off.
September normals 36–61°F, 1.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Bridger-Teton National Forest, Greys River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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