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The ultimate adventure guide
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
All trails begin from this point but splinter off just on the other side of the fence.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
Enter Johnny's Draw, where you'll climb most of your elevation during the loop.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
As you near the shadier side of Johnny's Draw, be prepared for muddy and even snowy conditions throughout the winter and spring.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
Emerge from Johnny's Draw into open sage landscapes with the best views yet to come.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
If hiking, watch for bikes and give them the right-of-away.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
If choosing to cycle this route, Johnny's Draw to Red Rim loop is considered an intermediate track for sustained climbs and sections like these.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
Suddenly, your in Utah! Just kidding, but the increasing amounts of red sandstone might make you feel like you are.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
Take a moment at the top to enjoy the view of Wyoming's "little red desert."
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
Entering the Red Ridge trail southbound back toward the parking lot.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
The track here is usually in good condition and dry, thanks to its all-day sun exposure.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
While you don't get the joys of traveling over slickrock, the rock features along the ridge are the next best thing.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
Look to the Northwest for outlying parts of Lander and the snowcapped Wind River Mountains beyond.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date:
03/03/2021
While you can loop this trail clockwise and hike this section first, counterclockwise saves the best for last.