Wyoming State Parks

Thank You 🇺🇸
Veterans & active duty military will have free day-use access to all of our state parks and historic sites on Monday, November 11, through our Parks for Patriots program.

“Wyo Parks has a strong appreciation for the heroes of our armed forces. This change of including active duty military in the free days is just another way we can say thank you,” says Stephanie Dillmon, Concessions & Revenue Manager for Wyo Parks.

Questions? 307-777-6323 📞
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Reservations do not apply.

We're hiring an Interpretive Ranger for the Big Horn District!

Apply today and you could work in amazing locations and be a part of a great team that is passionate about the outdoors and history! 🌲🌟 Learn more about the position at: https://tinyurl.com/BHDInterp

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The Big Horn District consists of Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site, Buffalo Bill State Park, Hot Springs State Park, and Boysen State Park - plus several unstaffed satellite sites.

Thanks for inviting us to the annual Indigenous Peoples' Day celebration at the Wyoming State Museum!

This special event honors the rich cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples, blending art and science to showcase the complex ecological knowledge of Rocky Mountain and Great Plains Native communities.

What a great turnout!

What a view! 🍁

Get out and enjoy the new season with us this Saturday during 🍂 Learn more about the opportunities by you at wyorec.info/npld2024

Day use and entrance fees will be waived at all Wyoming State Parks and Historic Sites on September 28th in honor of this celebration as we help restore, improve, and enjoy Wyoming’s state parks, historic sites, trails, and recreation areas across the state.
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SAVE THE DATE ❗
is almost here!

On Saturday, September 28 we will have 16 NPLD opportunities available across the state🌟
From nature walks, trail cleanups, planting trees, and more. Choose your adventure and come together to beautify and celebrate our public lands! Mark your calendars at wyorec.info/npld2024

Day use and entrance fees will be waived at all Wyoming State Parks and Historic Sites that day. Events are subject to change. Check with the events site host to learn more about a specific activity.

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Governor Mark Gordon has officially proclaimed September as Wyoming Archaeology Awareness Month (WAAM)!

Celebrate WAAM and check out the Wyoming State Historic Preservation Office 's educational events at tinyurl.com/2024waamevents and stop on by one of the many WyoParks historical & archaeological sites!

Our visitors can learn and experience the importance of preserving and protecting Wyoming’s archaeological heritage at Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site where more than 10,000 years of rich, cultural history thrives. Or respectfully visit Legend Rock State Petroglyph Site's dozens of prehistoric petroglyph panels showcasing over 300 beautiful figures. Remember, leave artifacts where they are at ALL sites.

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Thank You First Responders! 🇺🇸

On 9/11 all firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, and paramedics will have free day-use access to all of our parks and sites. Wyoming truly appreciates your continued dedication to our state and nation. 🌟

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Reservations do not apply.

Can you be-leaf it!? 🍁 is this month!

Check out some of the AMAZING events happening around the state in September (there's a lot)!
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Events are subject to change. Check with the events site host to learn more about a specific activity.

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Have you visited Keyhole State Park, Trail End State Historic Site, or Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site? Going there this weekend?

Share your favorite memories with the Absaroka District during their Labor Day photo contest!

Entries will be accepted now through Monday, September 2nd, so be sure to share your photos with their page before then!

Rules apply. See their original post for details
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Stay safe this Labor Day weekend ☀️

Some of our state parks this summer currently have Harmful Cyanobacterial Blooms (HCB) Recreational Use Advisories:
Boysen State Park
Curt Gowdy State Park
Glendo State Park
Seminoe State Park

Check to see which waterbodies have a BLOOM ADVISORY, TOXIN ADVISORY, or are UNDER INVESTIGATION at wyohcbs.org

If you encounter a potential HCB, the Wyoming Department of Health and the Wyoming Livestock Board recommend the following:

- Avoid contact with water in the vicinity of the bloom, especially in areas where cyanobacteria are dense and form scums.

- Do not ingest water from the bloom. Boiling, filtration and/or other treatments will not remove toxins.

- Rinse fish with clean water and eat only the fillet portion.

- Avoid water spray from the bloom.

- Do not allow pets or livestock to drink water near the bloom, eat bloom material, or lick fur after contact.

If people, pets, or livestock come into contact with a bloom, rinse off with clean water as soon as possible and contact a doctor or veterinarian.

Practices to protect animals and people from HCBs by restricting access to contaminated water or providing alternative water sources are outlined on the Natural Resources Conservation Service webpage.

📷 Credit: Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality

Curt Gowdy State Park is pretty awesome!

"Whether visiting for a day trip from the nearest towns or for a weekend getaway, the park is a bucket-list-worthy destination, and guarantees memorable experiences."

Underrated, But Worth Visiting: Wyoming's Most Overlooked State Park Plan a trip to Curst Gowdy, Wyoming's most underrated state park, and be amazed by its breathtaking scenery.

"Just doing our job!"

Governor Mark Gordon recognized Ranger Lonnie Porter and former Wyoming State Parks employee Ronnie Disbrow for their heroic efforts in saving the life of a young boy earlier this summer. The boy, who was clinging to a rock after falling in the Popo Agie River at Sinks Canyon State Park, was saved by Porter and Disbrow who worked together to make a swift water rescue.

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Happy 80th Birthday, Smokey Bear 🐻🌟

Remember, can prevent wildfires! Crook County and Sinks Canyon State Park currently prohibit building or using a fire at our sites. Other locations with fire restrictions are:

Boysen State Park
Buffalo Bill State Park
Curt Gowdy State Park
Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park
Glendo State Park
Guernsey State Park
Hot Springs State Park

Learn more about county restrictions at wsfd.wyo.gov.

Photos Courtesy of the U.S. Forest Service - USDA.

Unknown. 1950. “Smokey, Ray Bell and plane .” Special Collections, USDA National Agricultural Library. Accessed August 9, 2024, https://www.nal.usda.gov/exhibits/speccoll/items/show/428.
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Reminder: Crook County and Sinks Canyon State Park currently prohibit building or using a fire at our sites.
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❗ 14 out of 23 Counties are Officially Under Fire Restrictions 🔥

Thank you to all the firefighters, communities, and agencies across the state for your continued efforts and support! Keep up to date on fire management and restrictions from the Wyoming State Forestry Division at wsfd.wyo.gov

Stage 1 Wyo Parks Sites:
Boysen State Park (Fremont County)
Buffalo Bill State Park (Park County)
Curt Gowdy State Park (Laramie County)
Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park (Natrona County)
Glendo State Park (Platte County)
Guernsey State Park (Platte County)
Hawk Springs State Recreation Area (Goshen County)
Hot Springs State Park (Hot Springs County)

🚫 PROHIBITED: Open flames/wood fires, tiki torches, and fireworks*.
✅ PERMITTED: Gas/propane stoves, charcoal grills with lids, and gas fire pits.

Stage 2 Wyo Parks Site:
Keyhole State Park (Crook County)

🚫 PROHIBITED: Open flames/wood fires, gas fireplaces/firepits, tiki torches, and fireworks*.
✅ PERMITTED: Approved gas grills with a lid.

*Fireworks are never permitted in our Wyoming State Parks.

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That's a wrap on ☀️

We are so thankful for our visitors and the dedicated site teams that make these amazing adventures possible! Just because July is over doesn't mean we don't have more incredible programs and opportunities for you and your family. Get outside and continue to

See you out there! 🏕️
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National Recreation and Park Association

Here's to our amazing Rangers on 🌟

Wyoming State Parks joins the International Ranger Federation and stands with the World’s Rangers.

Rangers provide an unwavering commitment and passion for conservation and, in many cases,
put their lives at risk so society can enjoy fresh air, fresh water, and a healthy planet.

Learn more about your Wyoming State Park Rangers and how you could join our team at tinyurl.com/WyoStateParkRangers

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The International Ranger Federation recognizes rangers for the critical tasks they perform such as protection, conservation, biodiversity monitoring, visitor services, fire management, law enforcement, education, first responders, community support, and regulation of sustainable use.

Congrats to our very own Wyo Park Rangers, Ara & Lonnie, who took home THREE awards 🏆 at the annual Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation The Wyoming Governor's Match, Presented by Vortex 🌟

200 competitive shooters from around the country were hosted in this USPSA Level II match.