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Names Hill

This site is part of a popular shortcut, the Lander Cutoff, between the South Pass and the Snake River valleys. Over 13,000 emigrants used this route in 1859, the first year it was open. Many of them carved their names onto the "register" of the route, Names Hill, as they rested by the river after a dry walk from the Big Sandy River. The most famous name on the register is that of trapper Jim Bridger, who passed by in 1844.

  • State: Wyoming
  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 42.171970000000044, -110.18782999999996

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Frequently asked questions

Is Names Hill reservable?

Names Hill is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Names Hill?

Names Hill is located in Wyoming. See the map for its exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Names Hill?

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