![]() ![]() ![]() The trail begins a lengthy switchback up the hill on the east side of the canyon where it comes back out high above where you were just standing. On the other side the trail begins to climb more steadily as the trees clear at the mouth of the South Fork of Darby Canyon, home to the Wind Cave. The Wind Cave Trail will reach the Jedediah Smith Wilderness at 0.7 miles in where a footbridge carries hikers across a seasonal stream. On the other side you’ll pass through another small meadow before heading deep into the old forest. The trail descends slightly toward the creek and into the trees where a large wooden bridge carries hikers across the rushing water. You’ll pass through a few more older evergreens before reentering the meadow, this time with Darby Creek flowing below. The trail begins in the woods where it quickly reaches a large meadow with views of the upper mountains above Darby Canyon. It’s easily one of the more popular trails on the west side of the Tetons and makes for a great day-hike in the area. At the end of the trail is the titular cave, complete with a waterfall pouring out of the opening early in the summer season. The Wind Cave Trail is a moderate 3.25 mile hike in Darby Canyon of the Teton Mountains. ![]()
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