Fremont Peak

13,704 ft | 1 trails | Wyoming

Elevation

13,704 ft

Trails

1 routes

Difficulty

Easy

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About Fremont Peak

At 13,704 feet, Fremont Peak is a summit in Wyoming. The Fremont Peak Trail covers 6.1 miles round trip (out-and-back) with about 157 feet of elevation gain — a gradual walk with modest climbing.

Getting There

The trailhead is at 43.09289, -109.63038 (tap for driving directions). It's roughly 65 miles southeast of Jackson, Wyoming. Arrive early on weekends — trailhead lots at popular peaks fill quickly, and cell service is often unreliable once you leave the highway.

When to Go

The reliable snow-free window is roughly July through September. At this elevation, afternoon thunderstorms are a serious summer hazard — start early and plan to be off the upper mountain by midday. Outside that window expect snow travel and bring traction and navigation skills to match.

Know Before You Go

The Easy rating comes from the National Park Service difficulty formula, which weighs total distance against elevation gain. Most hikers should budget about 2.0 hours of moving time; add margin for breaks, photos and the descent. Download the GPX track from this page before you go — cell coverage is unreliable in the mountains and a saved route works offline in any GPS app. Conditions change: verify current access, closures and weather with the official land manager before you go. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Looking to link objectives or plan a weekend? Nearby summits include Jackson Peak, Mount Sacagawea and Mount Helen — each has its own guide on this site.

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Check Current Conditions

Trail conditions change frequently. Check the official land manager's site (linked under Data Sources on this page) and the NWS forecast before your hike.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to hike Fremont Peak?

The Fremont Peak Trail is 6.1 miles round trip with about 157 feet of elevation gain, and most hikers take roughly 2.0 hours of moving time. Add time for breaks and conditions — winter or wet weather can double the trip.

How hard is the Fremont Peak hike?

It's rated Easy using the National Park Service difficulty formula (6.1 miles round trip, 157 ft of gain — about 50 ft of climbing per mile). The elevation profile on this page shows exactly where the steep sections fall.

Where is the Fremont Peak trailhead?

The trailhead is at 43.09289, -109.63038 in Wyoming. Use the driving-directions link in the Getting There section above, and note that parking at popular trailheads fills early on weekends.

Are dogs allowed on the Fremont Peak trail?

Rules vary by land manager — national parks often prohibit dogs on trails, while most national forests allow them on leash. Check with the managing agency for this trail before bringing your dog, and pack out waste.

When is the best time to hike Fremont Peak?

July through September is the reliable snow-free window. Start early to avoid afternoon thunderstorms above treeline.

How tall is Fremont Peak?

Fremont Peak stands at 13,704 feet (4,177 meters) in Wyoming.

Safety Information

Current Hazards

  • Afternoon thunderstorms
  • Dehydration risk
  • UV exposure above treeline

Turn-Around Time

1:00 PM (2:00 PM summer)

Plan to reach the summit by this time to allow safe descent before dark.

Essential Gear Checklist

* Critical items - do not hike without these

Emergency Contacts

Emergency / Search & Rescue

911

Summit Forecast

NWS Point Forecast →

In most of the US, backcountry search and rescue is dispatched through 911 — tell the operator you have a hiker emergency and your GPS coordinates.

Downloads

GPX works with Gaia GPS, AllTrails, Garmin, and more.

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