Polar Bear
Wyoming · 7-foot drop · Jedediah Smith Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Polar Bear is a waterfall in Wyoming. It drops roughly 7 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polar Bear (this page) | — | 7 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Cascade Creek Falls | 2 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Cascade Acres | 3 mi | — | — | N | — |
| Rainbow Falls | 3 mi | — | — | N | — |
| Terraced Falls | 3 mi | 131 ft | — | N | — |
| Union Falls | 6 mi | — | — | N | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Polar Bear
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
How tall is Polar Bear?
Polar Bear is 7 feet (2 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Polar Bear in a national or state park?
Yes — Polar Bear is inside Jedediah Smith Wilderness. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Polar Bear?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Jedediah Smith Wilderness permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Polar Bear?
No entrance fee. Jedediah Smith Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Polar Bear from a major city?
Polar Bear is 23 miles from Warm River (about 33 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
44.1051, -110.8512
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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