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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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Cottonwood Campground

In Wyoming, the Cottonwood Campground is a developed camping site a semi-alpine setting.

Cottonwood Campground (El Centro)

Overview Among the live oaks in southeastern San Diego County is Cottonwood Campground. The campground offers a tranquil and refreshing experience. Cottonwood Campground is an excellent starting point for day hikes, overnight backpacking trips, and equestrian use. The campground is...
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Cottonwood Canyon Campground

Overview This campground is one of two campgrounds located within the New Joe's bouldering area. This is a world famous bouldering area and is a major draw for the local communities. There are an abundance of activities to participate in...

Cottonwood Canyons Scenic Backway

The scenic Backway runs for 46 miles traversing southward thround Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument from Cannonville to Highway 89. The road is paved for 9 miles between Cannonville and the turnoff to Kodachrome Basin State Park.

Cottonwood Canyon Wilderness

The Cottonwood Canyon Wilderness now contains a total of 11,712 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. All of the Wilderness is in the state of Utah. In 2009 the Cottonwood Canyon Wilderness became part of the...