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The Green River Lakes Lodge is located 50 miles north of Pinedale, Wyoming. The lodge is available as a rental for day use events such as weddings, family reunions, or meetings for up to 50 guests, or as an overnight rental for smaller groups of up to 12 guests.
During the summer months, hiking and horseback riding into the Bridger Wilderness and Wind River Range are popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the area. The lake is open to small watercraft only, making it an excellent location for canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boarding. There is a small boat launch located on the lakeshore, but turnaround space is limited and the access route steep. Anglers fish for brook, cutthroat, rainbow and Mackinaw trout. Fall and winter opportunities abound also, from hunting and late season hiking to snowmobiling and ice fishing. Access in winter is via 20 mile groomed snowmachine trail.
The cabin contains flush toilets and showers (summer only), propane and wood heat, and the lodge is furnished. The master room has an outstanding view of the lake, a double bed, its own fireplace and bathroom. The second bedroom has two twin bunk beds and an attached bathroom. A propane refrigerator and stove are provided for your culinary delights, while dinners are shared overlooking the lake. Although the cabin has several amenities, guests do need to provide their own food, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, linens, towels, dish soap, matches, first aid kit, toilet paper, and garbage bags. Firewood is not provided. Lighting may be available, however guests are advised to bring an additional light sources in case of emergency. The cabin will need to be cleaned before leaving and basic cleaning equipement is provided.
The lodge is set upon the lakeshore of the lower Green River Lake, at an elevation of 8,000 feet. A commanding view of Square Top can be seen right from the living room of the two bedroom/two bath rental unit. The lower lake sits on the western edge of the rugged Wind River Range and the Bridger Wilderness. The area is replete with wildlife and provides access to scenic mountain views, as well as plentiful opportunities for recreation.
Nearby is a developed campground, and trails for non-motorized use including the popular Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, as well as fishing and canoeing on the lake. During the winter months, a system of groomed snowmobile trails provide access to the lodge. Pinedale is the nearest full service community, and it located 50 miles south of Green River Lakes.
From Pinedale, drive 7 miles west on US Highway 191. Turn north of Wyoming Highway 352 and continue 25 miles to the Forest Boundary, where the pavement ends. Continue on the dirt road for 18 miles to the Lodge. While the dirt road to the lodge is suitable for 2 wheel drive vehicles, weather can make this road impassable to all but 4 wheel drive vehicles, call the district office to inquire on road conditions.
Note: Winter Access (December-March) is via snowmobile only, approximately 20 miles.
The only deal breaker for a repeat vacation is the dinner situation. The location/weather of this vacation spot lends itself to hearty menu options. When the weather is below freezing, then last option I want are 4 diver scallops and a small salad. Another is 3 tiny lollipop lamb chops. That's fine, but you could offer heartier options as well. It wouldn't be hard to offer chicken, baked potatoes, stew, chili's, steak, lasagna, pot pies - but a slice of rolled-up beef stuffed with spinach? Who goes to Wyoming for scallops.
We have to go here every time we are in the area. It's the highlight of the week for eating out at Brooks Lake Lodge! Awesome Food, Great Service... A+
Set in an absolutely stunning place. Unfortunately the prices are outrageous and the management is very rude. This place was way cooler before it was jacksonized. Ps. Lie all you want, and don’t be sorry. I will happily never visit your establishment again. :)
We took snowmobiles to this beautiful place for lunch. Our server was fantastic and so was the food. The lodge is amazing!!
Absolutely stunning views all around, great drinks and the food. O the food. Starting off the Absolutely peaceful visit we were greated with a warm and inviting face of an wonderfully sweet and kind lady who's name I would love to have remembered. She walked us in showing us where we could hang our snow gear and gave us a quick and facanating history on the lodge only to be outshined by her smile. The seating leaves plenty of space between tables to enjoy your own time at the blast to the past in observing the building quality of the 102 year old buidling in peace without being crowded by the next table. Then the server arrives and greats you kindly to take your drinks and you look to the menu with stunning options and descriptions that leave your mouth watering for the entire menu. No matter what you order the food will be filled with flavor in every bite. From the appetizer, main course, but for the love of all that is holy, ensure that you leave room for the desert. There is only one item on the desert menu, so no need to ask what it is, just get it and know that you are about to have the best desert to have ever been served to you.
This place will forever be on my radar and any chance I get into the area, I will look to make all efforts to get here.
