Wind River Trails: A Hiking & Fishing Guide to the Many Trails and Lakes of the Wind River Range in Wyoming

by Finis Mitchell

Author Finis Mitchell had more than 70 years of rugged hiking experience before writing 144-page illustrated book, Wind River Trails. He drew upon that experience to write a book describing in great detail the trails, routes, wildlife, glaciers, 4,000 lakes and 800 streams in Wyoming's fabulous two and a quarter million acre Wind River Range.

Genres: Travel, Adventure, Reference, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published May 10, 1999

Reviews

[Jens Heycke · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had the pleasure of knowing Finis and Emma Mitchell. First met them in the early 80s.

One of my most treasured possessions is a copy of this book, which they both signed.

Though the book is 50 years old now, it's still useful. There are a few off-trail lakes that
Finis told me about (not in the book) that he stocked with fish. But those will remain my secret for now.

BTW, the name is pronounced like "finest," without the 't'

[Debbie H. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read this numeorus times, and carried it through the Windrivers with me. It's perfect for getting in the mood for experiencing the area, and when reading it, one seems to channel Finis.

[Keenan Bartlett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great history and interesting to read right before my own backpacking trip to the Wind River. Short and sweet, pick it up if you enjoy the outdoors.