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Wyoming Recreation Opportunities

Recreating on public lands in Wyoming offers endless opportunities for the outdoors enthusiast.

Recreation opportunities abound throughout Wyoming’s18 million acres of BLM-managed public land.  These public lands host many unique and special outdoor opportunities where visitors can enjoy some extraordinary scenery and learn more about the state’s history.

Check out the spectacular wilderness study areas, fish in one of the many blue-ribbon streams, or go mountain biking in some gorgeous back country.  Take a step back in time to learn more about Wyoming’s history by exploring the National Scenic and Historic Trails, including the Oregon, California, Mormon Pioneer and Pony Express.

You don’t need binoculars to watch Wyoming’s world-class wildlife. You can see a variety of animals from big game like pronghorn, elk, deer, and moose to our small residents like the prairie dog, black footed ferrets, and badgers. Look up and you’ll see eagles, raptors, hawks and a diversity of migratory birds.

A multitude of recreational opportunities is waiting for you on Wyoming public lands so get outdoors and explore!

 

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Upper High Rock Canyon Trail

The Upper High Rock Trail is a one mile non-motorized use path following the National Historic Applegate Trail. There is a small stream along the canyon bottom with dense riparian vegetation and lots of aspens. This is a beautiful trail...
Upper Klamath Campground Upper Klamath Campground

Upper Klamath Wild and Scenic River

The Upper Klamath River is recognized as an outstanding whitewater boating river with warm water and many class III to IV+ rapids. Other popular activities include camping, fishing, and hunting.

Upper Lake Creek

Upper Lake Creek Trail begins at Herd Lake Overlook at the end of Herd Lake Road. The trailhead contains a parking area, vault toilet, and informational kiosk. There is no cell service at the trailhead or within the Wilderness Area...
Picnic table at Upper Lone Pine Day-Use Area Picnic table at Upper Lone Pine Day-Use Area

Upper Lone Pine Day-Use Area

Situated just next to Lone Pine Campground, this small day-use area offers easy access to the Crooked Wild and Scenic River with trails both up and downriver. Enjoy picnicking and fly-fishing.
Evening Light on River Below Citadel Rock Evening Light on River Below Citadel Rock

Upper Missouri National Wild and Scenic River

The Upper Missouri National Wild and Scenic River Management Plan highlights; the uniqueness, special values and wild and scenic qualities that were instrumental in the designation on October 12, 1976. Of special note is the fact that the Upper Missouri...