Things to Do
The area around Louis Lake has endless recreation activites for everyone to enjoy. The Christina Lake trailhead starts right at the Lodge. There are numerous other hiking and biking trails within walking distance. We offer canoe, kayak and fishing boat rentals for use on Louis lake. The various lakes and streams create a great place to fish. You can rock climb at near by Wild Iris or Sinks Canyon. Use the links below to find activites within 10, 30 and 60 miles.
Things To Do Within: 10 Miles | 30 Miles | 60 Miles
10 Miles |
A- Blue Ridge
B- Maxon Basin Fishing
C- Louis Beach
D- Louis Lake Outdoor Center
E- Mountain Bike trails
F- 4 Wheel Drive Trail
G- Christina Lake
H- River fishing.
K- Popo Agie Wilderness Area
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A- Blue Ridge Lookout
6 mi north. 3/4 mile walk or rough 4WD trail. The Blue Ridge Lookout is an abandon fire lookout station. The elevation is 9,998 feet. Great photography especially early morning or sunset. The stars at night are great! Bring camera and binoculars.
B- Maxin Basin
2 mi north of Louis Lake, walk or mountain bike in, many miles of trails. Maxin Basin is great for horses & mountain biking. Fish for small Brook Trout in the numerous small ponds and streams. Great snowmobile trails, one groomed. Little elevation change. Black bear in early spring and moose in area all summer.
C- Louis Beach
1 mi NE, walk, drive, or mountain bike. On the east side of Louis Lake is the beach area. Be brave and jump into the refreshing & cold lake water! There is a picnic area with tables, outhouse, and drinking water. Fish for Brook, Rainbow and few Lake trout. Boat launch near by.
D- Louis Lake Outdoor Center
We offer rentals and guides. You can rent canoes, kayaks, fishing boats, horses, and guides. There is a small camp store with snacks, minimum food supplies, and fishing gear.
E- Mountain Bike Trails
5-7 miles south of Louis Lake. Drive or bike to get there. This area has many miles of trails for peddling mountain bikes. Varied terrain with single and double track trails. Some uphill, some down, lots of variety to choose from.
F- Christina Lake 4WD Trail
The trail head is 5 miles south of Louis Lake. This is a very rough 4WD trail. Take your vehicle or ATV to Christina Lake, 9 miles, (see G- below). It might be easier to walk or ride a horse, this is a rough trail. (Note: ATVs on improved public roads are required to be street legal driven by licensed drivers.)
G- Christina Lake Area
4.5 mi east of Louis Lake by foot, or 9 mi on 4WD trail, (see F above). Take horses or backpack in. Christina Lake is a large lake at 9,800 ft. Beautiful view of Atlantic Peak. Windy, cold, remote country, go prepared. Fish for large Brook and Lake trout from shore. Don't pass by Gustave Lake without wetting a line. Rough river crossings early in season. Black bear, deer and moose in the area.
H- River Fishing
3-4 mi drive north of Louis Lake then hike 3-4 more. This area has two major streams. The Little Popo Agie River and Atlantic Creek. Both are great streams for small Brook trout. Fly fish the meadows. Lots of big holes. Lots of mosquitoes. Black bear, deer and moose in the area.
K- Popo Agie Wilderness Area
9 mi northwest of Louis Lake. Horse or hike in. This is a very remote and rugged area of the Shoshone National Forest. Go prepared, elevations are high and hiking is tough. Few visitors. Many high mountain lakes and streams. Golden trout have been taken from the higher lakes. Both the Atlantic and Silas areas have Brook and Cutthroat trout. Don't forget the camera. Been known to snow in July. Black bear, moose and Big Horn Sheep.
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Things To Do Within: 10 Miles | 30 Miles | 60 Miles
30 Miles
This area is referred to as the "Loop Road" by local residents. The loop is about 80 miles round trip out of Lander. As you can see there are lots of things to do and see in the area. |
M- City of Lander
N- The "Sinks"
O- Sinks Canyon
P- Red Canyon Viewing area
Q- Pioneer Trail, Rock Creek
R- South Pass City - Historic
R+ Atlantic City
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M- City of Lander
21 miles north of Louis Lake through Sinks Canyon . Lander was distinguished as one of the best small towns in America . Many activities during all seasons, pow wows, museums, shopping, dinning, western crafts, etc.
N- The "Sinks"
18 miles north, 1/4 mile walk. Located in the Sinks Canyon State Park is the "Sinks" This natural wonder is where the Popo Agie River "sinks" into the ground. About a mile down stream it reappears, like a huge spring. The visitors center has some natural exhibits. During the summer a weekly speaker series on various subjects. The State Park has camping and picnic areas.
O- Sinks Canyon
18 miles north of Louis Lake . Sinks Canyon has a lot of variety. The area is used by rock climbers year round. The sinks slide is a 3 mile hike up the canyon. The water is very cold year round. Snowmobile parking at Bruce's Bridge for the groomed Continental Divide Winter Trail, CDWT. During early February the annual dog sled race stops and starts here as it passes Louis Lake Lodge. Big horn sheep winter here.
P- Red Canyon viewing area
20 miles east of Louis Lake. This canyon is a major wintering area for Shoshone National Forest wildlife. Much of it is a wildlife preserve. A viewing area at the top and a passable road through the bottom.
Q- The Pioneer Trails & Rock Creek (See Pioneer Trail page for more information)
25 miles south of Louis Lake. This desert area was the main trail for the Oregon , Mormon, California , and Pony Express trails. The Rock Creek site is where one of the western migration's worst disasters and heroic efforts took place in 1856. This is the western side of Rocky Ridge. During Oct. of 1856 handcart pioneers were trapped by an early blizzard. A massive rescue effort was launched by Brigham Young from Salt Lake City . Rocky Ridge is where the first rescue party reached the dying pioneers. Over 200 perished between here and Martin's Cove to the east. Lots of interesting faith promoting experiences from both the rescuers and the rescued. Be sure to stop by South Pass City Historic site, (see below) and the Atlantic City Mercantile. Highway 28 from here west to the Green River roughly follows the original pioneer trail.
R- South Pass City Historic Site
25 miles south of Louis Lake Lodge. In the 1860's gold mining made this area a boom town. Now a ghost town turned state historic site with restored buildings, exhibits, demonstrations, and tours etc. The entire area has old mine shafts so be careful where you wander. Local legends thrive about lost caches of gold, keep your eyes open.
R+ Atlantic City Restaurants
20 Miles south of Louis Lake is the small town of Atlantic City . There are three good restaurants there, Mercantile, Miners Delight, & Sagebrush. Live western music on Friday and Saturday nights.
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Things To Do Within: 10 Miles | 30 Miles | 60 Miles
60+ Miles |
S- City of Riverton
T- Hudson Restaurants
U- Pioneer Sites
V- Farson Ice Cream
W- Sand Dunes
X- Green River
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S- City of Riverton
60 miles north of Louis Lake through Sinks Canyon and Lander is Riverton. Many activities during all seasons, pow wows, museums, shopping, dinning, western crafts, etc. The closest regional airport. Boysen Reservoir is a little further north.
T- Hudson Restaurants
45 miles northeast of Louis Lake are the best steak houses in Wyoming . The town of Hudson has a couple of restaurants that are worth the effort. After you have had a hard day of hiking, boating, or fishing a big steak (and they are BIG) really tastes good. Reasonable prices for the excellent quality.
U- Pioneer Historic Sites
60 to 80 miles east of Louis Lake are the pioneer historic sites of Split Rock, Devils Gate, The Handcart Pioneer Visitor Center, Martin's Cove, Rocky Ridge, Ice Slough, Independence Rock, and Three Crossings. 30 to 60 miles west of Louis Lake are the pioneer sites of Pacific Springs, Parting of the Ways, Big Sandy Crossing, Simpsons Hollow, Lombard 's Ferry, and The Mormon Knolls. These areas and many others were very significant during the pioneer migrations during the mid 1800s. Highway 28 west and Highway 287 east roughly follow the original pioneer trails.
V- Town of Farson with Ice Cream
50 miles to the west of Louis Lake Lodge is the town of Farson. Famous for the ice cream sold at the mercantile. A post office, gas station, and restaurant. Not much else unless you catch a local to tell you a few stories.
W- The Little Sahara Sand Dunes
65 miles south west of Louis Lake. Some areas open to sand dune buggies and cycles. Portions are closed to all traffic. The largest active, moving sand dunes in America. A little difficult to find. Some natural formations, petroglyph and desert sand. Take everything you will need, there are few if any services in the area.
X- The Green River
75 miles west of Louis Lake Lodge is the Green River . At Highway 28 is the old pioneer trail crossing called Lombard 's Ferry. 25 miles north of there is Fontenlle Dam. The entire area is the Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge. The Green River is an easy float trip in rafts or canoes. Fontenlle has great fishing from the bank or boats with some nice picnic and beach areas. Bring a fishing pole and camera. The area is designated as a trophy only fishery which means you can keep ONE fish over 22 inches. The water is high during the spring snow melt (till about June 15th). Take everything you need, there are few if any services in the area. Louis Lake Lodge rents canoes and has directions, etc.
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