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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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Catamount Bridge Boat Launch Catamount Bridge Boat Launch

Catamount Bridge Boat Launch

Catamount Campground and River Access provides a concrete boat ramp, five campsites and vault toilets. Day use is high between May and September and parking may not be available at that time. Parking is allowed along the Colorado River Road...
Horseback rider on the Cathedral Hills Trail System. Horseback rider on the Cathedral Hills Trail System.

Cathedral Hills Trail System

Abundant wildflowers and mild weather make spring a popular time to visit Cathedral Hills. This 10-mile trail system is a haven for hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, and trail runners.
Cathedral Valley Scenic Backway Cathedral Valley Scenic Backway

Cathedral Valley Scenic Backway

The Cathedral Valley Scenic Backway exhibits striking views of the Mussentuchit badlands, and on the NPS lands the Temple of the Moon and Sun formations are accessible. The road is a single-lane road with a dirt base. High clearance vehicles...
Above the swimming hole Above the swimming hole

Cavitt Creek Falls Recreation Site

A favorite of locals and off the beaten path of the North Umpqua corridor, the site is surrounded by a forest of fir, maple and cedar trees, with a swimming hole at the base of a six foot waterfall.
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.