Bailey Lake
Jackson, Wyoming
Camp, Hike, Horseback, and Mountain Bike
Bailey Lake is located on the Guyandotte River in Wyoming and Mingo Counties in West Virginia, 3.3 miles (5.3 km) east of Justice. Originally referred to as Justice Reservoir, the lake was named by Congressional action, Public Law 90-46, on July 4, 1967 for the late Robert D. Bailey, Sr., a prominent jurist, diarist, and citizen of Pineville. R. D. Bailey lake was dedicated in August 1980.
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Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Jackson, Wyoming
- Head south on N Cache St toward E Broadway (128 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto US-191 S/US-26 W/US-89 S/W BroadwayContinue to follow US-191 S/US-26 W/US-89 S(13.3 mi)
- At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto US-26 W/US-89 S (22.9 mi)
- Turn left onto US-89 S (signs for Afton/Salt Lake) (0.6 mi)
- Turn left onto Forest Rd 10138/Grey's River Rd (8.3 mi)
- Turn left onto Forest oad 10124 (14.0 mi)
- Turn left onto McCain Guard Station Access Rd (0.4 mi)
- Continue onto National Forest Trail (2.4 mi)
Bailey Lake is located on the Guyandotte River in Wyoming and Mingo Counties in West Virginia, 3.3 miles (5.3 km) east of Justice.
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