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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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Petroglyph photo
Petroglyph photo

Castle Gardens Petroglyph Site

In Wyoming, the name of Castle Gardens Petroglyph Site comes from the outcropping of sandstone which the wind has eroded into fanciful shapes resembling the turrets and towers of castle.

Castle Gardens Scenic Area

This area of fantastic rock formations is located at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains at an elevation of 4,500 feet, close to the town of Ten Sleep. Otherworldly rock formations to scramble on make this a great day-use or...

Castle Rock

Castle Rock fishing access is located in the beautiful South Fork Shoshone River valley. The site serves as an access point to the South Fork. The site is undeveloped, meaning there is not parking areas or portal signs. The boundaries...
CCC Ponds/Pinedale Pathway
CCC Ponds/Pinedale Pathway

CCC Ponds/Pinedale Pathway

In Wyoming, CCC Ponds/Pinedale Pathway are a perfect destination for those who enjoy fishing, hiking, biking, wildlife viewing and cross-country skiing.