Things to Do
The Double Bar J Ranch offers relaxation and endless activities. Whether you want to unwind with a book, explore the meadow, or hike in the national forest, it's all here.
Stargazing, bonfires, and marshmallow roasting greet you at night. In winter, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing can start at your cabin.
Wildlife like elk, deer, and moose may stop in for a visit. Eagles and hawks soar in these captivating mountains. Fishing, horseback riding, or renting four-wheelers and UTVs for backcountry adventures are all nearby moments away.
Things To Do:
• Hiking
• Snowmobiling
• Mountain Biking
• Fishing
Things To Do:
• Jackson Hole
• Yellowstone
• Grand Teton National Park
Hikes & Views:
• Brooks Lake Falls
• Wind River Lake
• Pelham Lake
As you climb up and descend Togwotee Pass (pronounced Tow-go-tee), you can explore several roadside pullouts to stop and enjoy the spectacular views.
Passing the "Continental Divide," you enter Bridger-Teton National Forest, leading to the entrance of Jackson Hole, Grand Teton, and Yellowstone National Parks.
Frequently there are moose, bears, deer, or even heads of Bison that sometimes block the road for an exciting experience. Elk are common in Yellowstone in the Summer and can be seen outside of the town of Jackson in the fall & winter months as they migrate to their wintering habitat.
Just 20 miles away is Dubois, nestled between the Absaroka, Wind River, and Owl Creek Mountain Range.
Along the way, you'll encounter the Tie Hack Memorial, Historical Markers, and Union Pass, each with its own rich history. Dubois provides access to the tallest peak in Wyoming through its trailhead.
Nearby, Jakey's Fork, was frequented by Butch Cassidy, and offers walkable trails to ancient Petroglyphs on cliff faces. Drawn thousands of years ago by the indigenous Mountain Shoshone peoples, they still ignite curiosity about their meanings and provide a fun afternoon adventure.
Hikes & Views:
• Lake Louise
• Masons Draw
• Five Pockets
Things To Do:
• National Museum of Military Vehicles
• Dubois History Museum
While Northwest Wyoming is famous for National Parks and Forests, many visit specifically for the outdoor adventures.
Horseback Riding
Saddle up for a genuine Wyoming adventure! Enjoy scenes like the red rock and the badlands or the grassy, sagebrush-filled foothills of Whiskey Mountain. Wind River Backcountry Outfitters
Fishing
Experience one of the best-kept secrets and most stunning fisheries in the West! Available to anyone if it is your first time fly-fishing or just need a local experienced fish finder. West Wyoming Fly Fishing
Hunting
Located in the wonderful Wind River Valley of Dubois, Wyoming, wilderness hunts for Bighorn Sheep, Elk, Deer, Moose, Mountain Lion, and Antelope. Your hunt of a lifetime awaits. Wind River Backcountry Outfitters.
WHILE ON THE RANCH
If you would like to decompress, relax reading a book, meander through the meadow & timber down to the river bank, photograph the many scenic areas, or even hike into the national forest, it’s available for you to choose. Nighttime stargazing, or build a bonfire and watch the flames leap and ebb. Bring some marshmallows & cut a willow branch to hold them over the fire. Your children may cuddle up in your lap and watch the fire as they wind down their day and then collapse into bed. Winter snowmobiling or perhaps cross skiing can start from your cabin door. Elk, deer , moose can wander through, & in early morning, coyote’s may howl. Eagles & hawks are home in these mountains which captivate as you watch them soar. From the ranch you can drive to lake or stream fishing, local horseback riding is available as well as four wheel & UTV rentals for backcountry adventure.
WEST OF US
With the Double Bar J located along Wyoming’s Centennial Scenic Byway, traveling West or East brings beautiful landscapes and many places of interest to explore within an easy days outing. For a more adventurous backcountry experience the ease of getting to the wild is considered by Camel Trophy Champion, Tim Hensley, the best in the lower 48 States. Tim and Land Rover of North America spent time at the ranch as they hosted a “Dealership” introduction of one of their off roading vehicles. They did not leave disappointed! Behind the ranch you can travel on Forest Service road 540 to Pelham Lake trailhead and hike a short distance to the lake. West of the ranch and along Hwy 26 you can visit Brooks Lake Falls less than a 15 minute drive, or Brooks Lake 30 minutes away on forest road 515. Continuing on another few miles on Hwy 26, you will find Wind River Lake just a few hundred feet from the road. As you cross the “Continental Divide” at Togwotee pass (pronounced Tow-go-tee), you start what will be almost a 2,800 foot descent onto the floor of Jackson Hole in a space of approximately 16 miles. Along this section of the Scenic Byway there are several roadside pullouts where you can stop and enjoy the spectacular views of the Tetons. You’ve left the Shoshone National Forest and entered Bridger-Teton National Forest with the Forest Service “Black Rock” ranger station just at the base of your descent. Approximately 8 miles from the ranger station is “Moran Junction” which is the South Entrance to Grand Teton Park and the road to Yellowstone National Park. Passing Moran Junction entrance to the parks, the town of Jackson is approximately 30 miles along the valley floor. Frequently in the Summer are heads of Bison that sometime block the road for an exciting experience. Although many tourists leave their vehicle, Bison are dangerous and should be given a wide berth. Elk are common in Yellowstone in the Summer and can be seen outside of the town of Jackson in the fall & winter months as they “herd up” in their natural wintering ground. River rafting trips of either “white water” or scenic trips can be arranged out of Jackson.
EAST OF US
East of the ranch a first stop is the “Tie Hack Memorial” just two miles on Hwy 26. Dedicated to loggers who supplied unknown thousands of railroad “Ties” for the rail industry their history is honored on a carved stone monolith with a short history of their time in these mountains. Another eight miles brings you to Union Pass road and locally known as Dunor Station. A historical marker sits at the roads junction commemorating the 1859-1860 expedition of U.S. Army cartographer’s mapping expedition of the mountain region. The local town of Dubois (pronounced Dew-boys) is the closest for shopping & dining. Summertime weekly square dances are popular with locals and guests as well as the Friday night rodeo. The Fourth of July is highlighted with an afternoon parade and evening fireworks that brings crowds from distant areas to view and enjoy! The annual Buffalo Bar-B-Que, a fundraiser for the volunteer fire department, is looked forward to every year. East of town is a private ranch on Jakey’s Fork which once was defended by the infamous outlaw Butch Cassidy. He would frequent the area and apparently never had any trouble with the law while here. The road that leads to Jakey’s Fork, splits to the left (Forest road 411) with several miles of dirt road and an eventual end at Glacier trailhead. Along the way you will pass Torrey and Ring Lake with steep cliffs on the right. Walkable trails up the cliffs will lead to ancient Petroglyphs that are sprinkled on the rock face. The hunt for these rock carvings is an afternoon of fun and brings on wonderment as to their meanings! The trailhead at the end is for horseback riders or hearty hikers that can venture up to Whiskey mountain. Further East on Hwy 26, is the National Museum of Military Vehicles. A world class museum not to be missed while in the area.
GUIDED TRIPS
Horseback Riding
Enjoy a true Wyoming western experience by taking a guided trail ride on horseback with Wind River Backcountry Outfitters. Destinations will include the scenic red hills of the Dubois Badlands, or the grassy, sagebrush filled foothills of Whiskey Mountain.
Fishing
Experience one of the best kept secrets and most stunning fisheries in the West! Whether you are brand new to fly fishing, or just need a local experienced fish finder, West Wyoming Fly Fishing looks forward to being your guide!
Hunting
Located in the wonderful Wind River Valley of Dubois, Wyoming, Wind River Backcountry Outfitters provides wilderness hunts for Bighorn Sheep, Elk, Deer, Moose, Mountain Lion, and Antelope. Though sheep hunting is our specialty, we love all aspects of hunting and will see to it that your hunt will be the experience of a lifetime.
Snowmobiling
Consistently recognized as one of the finest snowmobiling areas in the lower 48 states, 3C Guiding can take you from your cabin to explore more than 600 miles of groomed trails. For challenging off trail riding 3-C guides will match your most exciting dream.
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