Historical Museum: The Rock Springs Historical Museum is proud of the town’s past and the perseverance it took to carve a life out of the unforgiving landscape. The museum houses many different exhibits on life in a western coal town. Make sure to include the museum on your visit to Rock Springs. The museum staff is happy to answer questions about the area and assist with other points of interest, such as the self-guided walking tour of the historic downtown.
Rock Springs Historical Museum 201 B Street, Rock Springs, WY (307) 362-3138 Hours of Operation: Mon.-Sat.: 10am-5pm
Sweetwater County Historical Museum: Discover the rich cultural heritage of southwestern Wyoming at the Sweetwater County Historical Museum in Green River. Established in 1967 to preserve and present the history of Sweetwater County, the museum is housed in a 1931 post office building.
The museum houses permanent and temporary exhibits portraying the lives of early settlers in the area. One significant group of settlers was the Chinese immigrants, who came here to work in the mines and had a large impact on Rock Springs. Chinese objects discovered locally from this immigrant community are on display. Actual rooms are set up that replicate those of an earlier era and a more sedate time.
The museum also has a large collection of historical photos. A highlight of the photo collection is a selection of views showing the now-deserted mining towns of Dines, Winton, E-Plane, Gunn and others in their heyday. The museum’s collection of research materials and photographs are particularly strong in the areas of local history, coal mining and ethnic groups. The staff is always available to help those wanting to research local history.
Sweetwater County Historical Museum 3 Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, WY 82935 (307) 872-6435 Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri: 9AM-5PM, Sat.: 1PM-5PM Extended Saturday hours April-December
WWCC Natural History Museum: They’re long gone now, but you can see five life-size replicas of these hulking creatures at Western Wyoming Community College in Rock Springs.
Although archaeologists have found fossils of these monsters all over Wyoming, the most prized specimens were taken to the big natural history museums in the east. So in 1989, locals began a fund-raising campaign to return Wyoming’s dinosaurs back to where they first roamed. In addition to the five dinosaur replicas, the museum displays several wall-mounted fossils of fish, huge leaves and reptiles that have been discovered in the area.
You can also see interesting artifacts such as prehistoric pottery, smaller fossils, and items associated with the earliest known humans who lived in the vicinity.
WWCC Natural History Museum 2500 College Drive, Rock Springs, WY From I-80, take exit 103 (307) 382-1600 www.wwcc.wy.us Open daily 9:00 am to 10:00 pm Special tours can be arranged by calling 307-382-1666.
Historical Trails. Sweetwater County has more miles of still-visible pioneer trails than any other area in the United States.
The Oregon Trail stretched from Missouri to Oregon. Once the weary traveler surmounted South Pass and approached Pacific Springs, the journey was half over. The Continental Divide had been crossed, and Oregon Buttes served as a marker to continue onward. The travelers approached the Parting of the Ways, where the trails headed north on the Oregon Trail or south along the Mormon Pioneer or California National Historic Trails.
The Oregon Trail, Pony Express Route, Cherokee Trail, Overland Trail, Parting of the Ways, and Old Emigrant Trail all pass through Sweetwater County. In fact, Highway 28 parallels the Oregon, Mormon Pioneer, Pony Express and California National Historic Trails. Intact trail ruts are visible at the False Parting of the Ways, Simpson’s Hollow and Pilot Butte sites. Listed below are some of the finest trail remains in the United States. Please respect and protect them!
To travel the Oregon Trail, begin your trip either at South Pass State Historic Park or Fort Bridger State Historic Park. From South Pass, travel along Wyoming Highway 28 to Farson. From Farson, continue along Highway 28 toward the Green River, and then follow Wyoming 372 south to I-80. Take I-80 west to Fort Bridger.
Community Fine Arts Center. A cultural gem in southwest Wyoming’s high desert country, the Community Fine Arts Center in Rock Springs features a unique collaboration between the City of Rock Springs, Sweetwater County and the local School District # 1.
A local science teacher with a great love for art and a vision for his school and community founded this non-profit multi-arts center in 1965. However, the seeds for this vision were planted much earlier (1939) when the first painting was purchased to hang in the local high school. In the summer months, Mr. Elmer Halseth would travel America to buy paintings, drawings and prints for the students of Rock Springs. He used nickels and dimes gathered from school carnivals, bake sales and donation jars during the school year. The first painting purchased, Shack Alley, by Henrietta Wood, became the nucleus for the permanent collection that now makes its home in the Community Fine Arts Center. Mr. Halseth became the first director of the Center as well as a State Representative and was a supporter of the arts until his death in 1991.
Allen Keeney, a Rock Springs High School art teacher, served as the second director from 1971 to 1991. Mr. Keeney was instrumental in bringing the symphony, ballet, and theatrical performances to Rock Springs that are now an intricate part of how the center serves this community.
The Rock Springs High School’s permanent collection totals over 500 original American paintings, prints, works on paper, photographs and three-dimensional works.
Paintings by Norman Rockwell, Grandma Moses, Loren McGiver, Elliott Orr, Edward Chavez, Paul Horiuchi, Ilya Bolotowsky, Raphael Soyer, and Rufino Tamayo compose some of the permanent collection along with paintings by well-known Wyoming, regional, and local artists. The collection continues to grow through purchases and donations.
For more information call (307) 362-6212 or visit www.cfac4art.com
Getting There: Community Fine Arts Center 400 C Street, Rock Springs, WY
Sweetwater Events Complex Once you’ve braved the wilderness, you’ll find that survival skills come in handy in town, too. Take the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs. This 320-acre facility operates 365 days a year, hosting everything from recreational shows to holiday celebrations to livestock and equestrian events.
With such an array of happenings for every interest, you might need some guidance in selecting which ones to attend. One of Wyoming’s largest, most versatile event facilities, it’s an ideal place to enjoy the beauty of Wyoming’s landscape while taking in some of the region’s most exciting events.
Throughout the year the complex offers events that are sure to please everyone. Popular annual events include Southwest Wyoming’s Home and Garden Show, the Home and Holiday Show, Wasatch Gun Shows, Red Desert Roundup Rodeo, Demolition Derby, Wyoming Hispanic Festival, Oktoberfest, Holiday Craft Fair, Cowboys Against Cancer® Annual Banquet, H&B Horse and Antique Auction, United States Dressage Federation Show, USTRC Team Roping, and the Red Desert Classic Futurity and Derby. Don’t forget the flagship event, Wyoming’s Big Show®.
Getting There: Sweetwater Events Complex, 3320 Yellowstone Rd. Easily accessible from I-80, located five miles from Rock Springs. It’s near the White Mountain Golf Course and Highway 191 north. (307) 352-6789 www.sweetwaterevents.com
Thunderdome Speedway From motocross to stock cars to a full-contact demolition derby, nearly every weekend is packed with motor-driven excitement.
One of the signature events at the Thunderdome Speedway, located in the Sweetwater Events Complex, is Wyoming’s Fast Track Racing®, with BMX Races, Stock Car Racing and Moto-Cross Racing. Stock car races are scheduled every weekend in June, July and August. Racers vie for the track championship in early September.
Several of the races will feature Dwarf Cars U.S.A. These special attraction races feature nationally sanctioned five-eighths scale replicas, but don’t let the small size fool you. These are serious race cars with serious horsepower and professional drivers.
Several motocross events are also scheduled throughout the summer. Yet another crowd favorite is the always exciting BMX racing.
The demolition derby is slated for the second weekend in August. It is sponsored by the local firefighters union and is a smashing good time.
For more information about the Speedway events, call the complex at 307-352-6789.
Flaming Gorge Days Flaming Gorge Days are held the last full weekend of June in Green River, Wyoming. Friday’s events include a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, Festival in the Park and children’s entertainment at Evers Park. Both Friday and Saturday evenings bring a nationally recognized rock ’n’ roll or country band to Stratton Myers Park. Saturday’s events begin with the parade downtown, Festival in the Park at Evers Park, 3-on-3 basketball, 4-on-4 volleyball, horseshoes, dodge ball and free children’s entertainment.
For details, call the Green River Chamber at 307-875-5711, or visit the websites, www.flaminggorgedays.com or www.grchamber.com.
Wyoming’s Big Show The Sweetwater County Fair— Wyoming’s Big Show—is an annual eight-day event labeled one of the top 200 events in the nation by two national events magazines. It’s an established fair whose roots run deep. The Sweetwater County Fair Association formed in 1915 and conducted “slab fairs” known as the Eden Valley Fair. The Sweetwater County Fair was established in 1946 and moved to its primary location at the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs. Activities throughout the week include concerts, a carnival, and various performances and contests. Contact the Sweetwater Events Complex for a schedule of fair events or for further information call 307-352-6789.
International Day International Day is held to celebrate our heritage of 56 nationalities. Dance along with performers in ethnic costumes and enjoy various culinary dishes pleasing to the palate. Entertainment lasts all day and is fun for everyone! The event takes place the second Saturday in July at Bunning Park in Rock Springs. Call 800-46-DUNES for more information.
Demolition Derby This exhilarating event combines the passion of motor-sport with the sheer thrill of collision! Held annually at the Sweetwater Events Complex, during the second weekend of August, the Demolition Derby not only provides spectators with unmatched entertainment, it is also for a good cause.
For nearly thirty years, the Rock Springs Fire Fighters Local 1499, an affiliate of the International Association of Fire Fighters, has worked with community leaders, businesses, and other emergency services organizations to develop and sponsor its demolition derby as a unique and exciting two-night fundraising event. Throughout the year the fire fighters donate derby proceeds back into the community through various academic, athletic, and other needs- based requests. In fact, RSFF Local 1499 has funded well over $50,000 in charitable donations since 2001.
Overland Stage Stampede Rodeo Starting at 8 pm both Friday and Saturday nights, catch all the action at the Green River rodeo grounds on East Teton in Green River. Featured events include bareback and saddle bronc riding, team roping, barrel racing, breakaway calf roping, calf roping, open team roping, steer wrestling and bull riding. The annual event is hosted by the Overland Stage Stampede Committee and the City of Green River Parks and Recreation Department. The rodeo is sanctioned by the Intermountain Professional Rodeo Association and the Wyoming Rodeo Association. For more information, please call 307-872-0580.
Crystal Classic Over President’s Day weekend, the citizens of Green River are entertained with a live ice sculpting competition. Several blocks in the downtown Main Street district on Flaming Gorge Way are blocked off for ice carvers to ply their art on huge ice blocks. Professionals come from Canada, Seattle, and New York to participate in this National Ice Carving Association sanctioned event.
The event starts with a snowshoe softball tournament on Saturday. On Sunday evening the ice carving gets under way with the individual competitions. Warming pots are glowing brightly to take the chill off the cool evening air. Team competitions take place Monday in the downtown area. Entertainment, frozen turkey bowling and hot food are on hand during the day. The event is hosted by the City of Green River, Parks & Recreation Department. For more information call 307-872-0580.
River Festival Looking for a hometown festival with great food and lots of activities? Seek out the River Festival in Green River. The festival is held annually the weekend before Labor Day. The event kicks off with a Cajun Shrimp Boil. A live band performs throughout the evening playing unique Caribbean Calypso music. Duck and crawdad races are fun for young and old. A fireworks show over the river highlights the evening. Enjoy the bands while you enjoy a beer from one of the brewers at the Brew Fest. Save room for the limited ticket BBQ dinner.
Saturday starts with the Run with the Horses Marathon & ½ Marathon Race across the Pilot Butte Wild Horse Loop Tour road. Runners often share the 26.2 mile marathon with wild horses. This one-of-a-kind race takes place on White Mountain and is home to over 300 wild horses.
The Annual Pilot Butte Endurance Horse Race & Lucky 13 Poker Run is another fan favorite. Both races begin at the west entrance of the Wild Horse Loop Tour
The river parade named the Green Garboon Race is also a favorite. It’s open to anyone willing to make a homemade watercraft and float it down the river.
Everyone and their dogs are welcome to join in the festivities. Bring your pet pooch and see how they do in the Fetching Competition or the Dog Show.
Plus, don’t forget to stop by the Pavilion and see the Art on the Green sculpting competition and view the new art work that will be placed around town.
Red Dessert Roundup Rodeo At this PRCA-sanctioned rodeo, you can enjoy watching many of the world’s top-ranked cowboys and cowgirls as they compete for National Finals Rodeo qualifying points. The Red Desert Roundup Rodeo is held the last weekend in July in the grandstands of the Sweetwater County Events Complex. Visit the website at www.rdrrodeo.com.
Pilot Butte Wild horses Listen for the sound of hooves pounding. Look for manes flying in the wind. Feel the rush of awe at the sight of these creatures. The Pilot Butte Wild Horse Scenic Loop Tour is something you and your family will never forget because Sweetwater County’s cherished wild horses are living examples of a wide-open landscape and untamed frontier spirit. You can begin this self-guided tour in either Green River or Rock Springs. See next page for specific route instructions and survival guide precautions.
After being extinct from this country, the Spanish reintroduced horses in the 1500s. Current herds are descendents of those Spanish horses, along with animals turned out by ranchers or enticed away from ranches by wild horse herds.
Watch for wild horses between Rock Springs and Fourteen-Mile Hill, and all the way across the top of White Mountain. Although this is a relatively dry area with seemingly little vegetation, it is home to a surprising array of wild creatures. So stay on the lookout for an abundance of wildlife – not just wild horses but also antelope, desert elk, deer, rabbits, coyotes, hawks, eagles and sage grouse, among others.
You’ll also have a chance to take in some of the best vistas in Wyoming. In fact, this route offers several scenic overlooks of the area’s prominent features, such as Pilot Butte, Boar’s Tusk, Killpecker Sand Dunes, Steamboat Mountain, North and South Table Mountains, Leucite Hills, Aspen Mountain, Wilkins Peak, and the Overland Trail and Union Pacific railroad corridors. The Wyoming, Wind River and Uinta mountain ranges are in full, glorious view along the way.
Most wild horses in Wyoming are located in the southwestern quarter of the state. The Rock Springs BLM is the headquarters for the Wild Horse Program in Wyoming. The appropriate management level for wild horses in Wyoming is approximately 6,000. Some 2,500 of these horses are in the Rock Springs District.
Wild horses have no true natural predators other than an occasional mountain lion, so populations can increase rapidly. This rate of increase is generally about 20% per year, with some years topping 40%. When populations of wildlife, wild horses and domestic livestock exceed the capabilities of their habitat, the environment begins to suffer. If prolonged, it leads to poor rangeland and an overall decline in the health of the wild horses.
To thwart this potential danger, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) conducts a periodic census of the wild horses to determine how many animals must be removed from the range. As a result, there are fewer cases of injury or death from starvation, dehydration and susceptibility to the elements. The horses are gathered at various times throughout the year.
Federal and private lands form a checkerboard pattern in the Rock Springs District. The existence of the herds of wild horses is a credit to the private landowners of this area who do not fence their land, thus allowing the horses to wander as necessary for food, water, and shelter in the winter as nature provides.
Wild Horse viewing area–Located within the city limits of Rock Springs are the Bureau of Land Management wild horse corrals. This facility is used to hold and process the horses that are gathered from around the area for adoption through the 1972 Wild Horse and Burrow Act. All animals are checked for their health, doctored and freeze branded at the Rock Springs corrals. This shelter is dedicated to educating and informing the public about the Wild Horse Adoption Management Program. To view the wild horses in these corrals, take Elk St. North to Lionkol Road and turn right and travel 1.2 miles to the corral overlook. Did you know that horses were first seen in this country about 10,000 years ago, but for unknown reasons became extinct?
Getting There: From Rock Springs: Take exit 104 off of I-80. Head north on Elk Street/Highway 191. Travel 14 miles north of Rock Springs to County Road 4-14 (Fourteen-Mile Road). Turn left onto 4-14 and go 2.5 miles, then turn left onto County Road 4-53. Follow 4-53 for 21.5 miles to Green River. From Green River: Exit I-80 to Flaming Gorge Way, turn onto Wild Horse Canyon Road.
White Mountain Petroglyphs Venture 26 miles northeast of Rock Springs to see ancient artworks known as the White Mountain Petroglyphs. Over a dozen panels bearing hundreds of figures were etched into sandstone bedrock of the Eocene Bridger Formation.
The ancestors of present Plains and Great Basin Native American people carved these incised petroglyphs. The petroglyphs include drawings of elk, buffalo, horses, teepees and several kinds of human figures, including riders with feather headdresses. Many of the petroglyphs date to early historic times, about 200 years ago, as evidenced by the horse figures, which were introduced by the Euro-Americans. Other figures appear to be much older and are estimated by archeologists to be as much as 1,000 years old.
Thus, they should be treated accordingly. Visitors are asked to view the petroglyphs with reverence befitting of their spiritual significance. Nothing should be removed from the site and no marks or other evidence of visitors’ presence should be left behind.
The petroglyphs are located on a brown sandstone cliff on White Mountain in the Upper Wasatch formation. The cliff containing the petroglyphs faces south and runs west to east. It is about 300 feet long and varies from a height of 10 feet at the west end to 40 feet at the east end. In general, the figures are 30 to 60 inches above the current ground level.
A spring is located about three quarters of a mile south- southwest of the petroglyphs. This spring is the only one in the general vicinity and probably furnished water in the time period of the petroglyphs. However, no large campsites are located near the spring. This probably occurred so that game would have freer access to the spring, thus providing good hunting.
An assortment of shrubs, forbs and grasses represent the major vegetation, although Utah juniper is also present. The shrubs included in the area are big sagebrush, spiny hopsage, shadscale, spiny horsebrush, spineless horsebrush, greasewood, and rubber and Douglas rabbitbrush. Forbs in the area include prickly pear cactus, dwarf goldenweed, desert sandwort and winterfat. Western wheatgrass, Indian ricegrass, Sandburg bluegrass and basin wild rye make up the grasses in the vicinity.
Wildlife is represented by mammals, reptiles and birds. Mammals in the area year-round are deer, antelope and coyote. Elk, mountain lion and bobcat make occasional use of the area. Cottontail and jackrabbits, dear mice, wood rats, chipmunks, Richardson ground squirrels and golden-mantled squirrels are also found in the area. Reptiles consist of the Great Basin gopher snake, western fence lizard, sagebrush lizard and short-horned lizard. The bird population includes the golden eagle, great horned owl, kestrel, red-tailed haw, prairie falcon and various migrant birds.
Getting There: From Rock Springs travel north on U.S. 191. Set your odometer at 0 miles at the Yellowstone Road-Fairgrounds turnoff. Continue north on U.S. 191 until you reach the Tri-Territory Site turnout, approximately 10.5 miles. Turn right and proceed on Sweetwater County Road 4-17 (this is a graveled dirt road). Soon you will travel under three sets of overhead electrical lines. As you drive, you can see the Wind River Mountain Range directly in front of you, which is approximately 60 miles north. When you reach the White Mountain Petroglyphs sign, about 14 miles from U.S. 191, turn left and proceed along a rougher dirt road. As you continue along this road about 2 miles, you can see Boar’s Tusk to your right (Boar’s Tusk is a volcanic formation that stands out among the sand dunes and flat terrain). After a slow 10-minute drive, you will see the BLM parking signs for the White Mountain Petroglyphs. The petroglyphs are about 1/4 mile on a packed foot trail on the face of sandstone cliff. At an elevation of 7,100 feet, the White Mountain Petroglyphs are located in the Killpecker Creek drainage system.
Seedskadee Wildlife Refuge Established in 1965, the refuge encompasses more than 26,000 acres along the river between Fontenelle Dam and Green River. Seedskadee Wildlife Refuge is a haven to more than 200 species of birds, including all species native to Wyoming. In addition to providing an opportunity for excellent bird watching, Seedskadee offers world-class trout fishing along with waterfowl, upland bird and big-game hunting.
Native bird species making the refuge home are prairie falcon, peregrine falcon, owls, hawks and Canadian geese. Bald and golden eagles also inhabit the area. Bottomlands, cottonwood trees and willow thickets produce food and shelter for moose and mule deer as well as numerous bird species.
Public roads or refuge tour routes provide access too much of the refuge. Except for a small area around the headquarters building, the entire refuge is open for walking, with fence walkover structures positioned at some of the more popular spots. Historic sites related to early ranching and several crossings of the Oregon, Mormon Pioneer, Pony Express and California National Historic Trails could be found within Seedskadee’s boundaries. The Lombard Ferry Historical Site is located in the refuge approximately 28 miles west of Farson on Wyoming Highway 28.
Getting There: The refuge is located 37 miles north of Green River. Visitors can find Seedskadee by driving west on I-80 to the LaBarge State Highway 372 north. The turnoff to the headquarters is approximately 28 miles from the LaBarge exit.
Recreation
Rolling Green Country Club The Rolling Green Country Club is located next to the beautiful Green River. You may encounter moose, deer and a multitude of waterfowl on your way around this mature and exceptionally groomed golf course, located three miles west of Green River off I-80. The golf course currently has 9-holes but an additional 9-holes are scheduled to open August 1, 2010. Rolling Green has a learning center that includes putting greens and a driving range. Enjoy onsite dining and pick up some golf accessories in the pro shop. Golf lessons are available from a PGA Golf Professional, while a junior golf program encourages young golfers.
White Mountain Golf Course White Mountain Golf Course offers the public 18 fun-filled holes, a lighted driving range, fully equipped pro shop, clubhouse and concession stand, golf carts, and golf lessons by appointment with the golf professional. Play a round from April through October (weather permitting), and check out White Mountain Golf Course’s other amenities: tee times by appointment, a food and beverage cart, a small fishing/boating lake, ball field complex, lovely landscaped grounds, duck pond, large parking areas and experienced grounds maintenance staff.
Getting There: White Mountain Golf Course 1501 Club House Dr., Rock Springs, WY (307) 352-1415
Rock Springs Family Recreation Center Parents enjoy their workout while children romp in their own play areas. Adults can use a variety of exercise machines and weight-lifting equipment that cater to many different and specialized workout needs.
For those who prefer classes, the RSFRC offers those as well. Swimming and fitness instructors continually update their re-certifications and training, so they can integrate new ideas and routines on a regular basis. Some of the classes are Spin, Yoga, Kickboxing, Step, Body Flex, Tae Kwon Do and Hydro-Aerobics. Three new classes are Core Body Pilates, Fusion (Yoga/Pilates blend), and Power Ball.
For kids, the swimming pool offers children’s swimming equipment for classes and playtime. A large whale, dolphin and other items help them learn to swim while making the process fun. The pool is often the site for kids’ holiday parties. These parties also utilize other areas of the RSFRC, such as the ice arena for a DJ-hosted open skate. The ice arena pro shop has been revamped and expanded to accommodate patron demand for purchasing hockey and figure-skating equipment.
The Hockey Association and Figure Skating Club host games, shows and programs in the ice arena, which is open September through April. These two clubs are a wonderful way for the youth of the community to learn skills while having a great time.
Committed to providing fun for all age groups, the RSFRC also draws many students and seniors. Student memberships are available (with proof of full-time student status), benefiting not only local college students but also visiting students. Annual Senior Citizen’s Day has become a big hit, with door prizes, free entry to the Center, special classes and activities, and healthy snacks and beverages.
Many other amenities are on tap. There are batting and golf cages, with no additional fee for use of either cage area; swimming lessons and open and lap swimming; outdoor and indoor swimming parties, Christmas parties and birthday parties; a running track (8 laps around - one mile); Kid’s Night Out; ice skating lessons, public ice time and ice shows; hockey camps, youth and adult hockey leagues and other hockey tournaments; and basketball, racquetball and volleyball league play and tournaments. For local businesses, the RSFRC offers corporate fitness programs for employee wellness, plus meeting space in the activity room.
Getting There: Rock Springs Family Recreation Center, 3900 Sweetwater Dr., (307) 352-1440, Ice Arena (307) 352-1445
Clearview Lanes Bowling Alley Who doesn’t enjoy bowling? It is fun for all ages and a great way to spend time with your family or hang out with friends. The fun atmosphere and well maintained lanes at Clearview Lanes make it a great place to hang out! Enjoy cosmic bowling, arcades, food, a bar, friendly customer service and much more!
Movie Theaters The Star Stadium 10 in Rock Springs features 10 auditoriums, all featuring DLP® Digital Projection and uncompressed lossless Digital Sound, wall to wall curved screens and plush high back love seats. Two theatres are equipped with Dolby 3D for an uncompromised sight and sound experience. A party room is also available by reservation.
The Star Twin Cinema in Green River shows newly released movies on two screens. Both theatres feature giant screens, new plush seating and digital stereo sound.
For ticket pricing and show times, please visit www.wyomovies.com
Star Stadium 10 White Mountain Mall, Rock Springs Showtime Number: 307.362.STAR
Star Twin Cinemas 699 Uinta Drive, Green River Showtime Number: 307.875.4702
Green River Recreation Center You and your family can seek fun, fitness and fellowship at the Green River Recreation Center. This multipurpose facility hosts an abundance of physical and social activities for Green River and area residents. The Recreation Center features an Olympic-sized, L-shaped swimming pool for both recreational and competitive swimming. Complete with a “tot dock” and one-meter diving board, the pool offers a wide range of activities and opportunities for young and old alike.
A variety of swim programs, lessons, and exercise classes are available for all ages. Program brochures are available at the Recreation Center, City Hall and local grocery stores. The weight room contains both Universal and Paramount equipment with stations for all interested patrons. The gymnasium has two full courts for basketball, volleyball, soccer, tennis and aerobics, with a jogging track around the perimeter of the gym.
The nursery, for ages three months to 6 years, provides a fun and exciting experience for youngsters while parents are exercising. It is available for patrons during prime-time hours Monday through Friday.
The 9,000-square-foot outdoor recreation deck can accommodate outdoor sports such as basketball, volleyball, tetherball and tennis as well as dances, receptions and other social events. During the winter, the outdoor recreation deck hosts ice skating.
The multipurpose room is outfitted with a full-service kitchenette to serve your business and social needs, whether a wedding shower, birthday party or corporate meeting.
Getting There: Green River Recreation Center, 1775 Hitching Post Drive, Green River, WY (307) 872-0511
Shooting Range FMC Park is a 637-acre community park located at 175 Scotts Bottom Road. A popular recreational area for Green River residents, FMC Park has numerous opportunities for families and friends. The playground was completed in 2001 with modern equipment. This park also has picnic areas and grills, a large open space for recreation, access to the Greenbelt Pathway and Green River, an outdoor archery range, an outdoor rifle shooting range, and an interpretive nature trail. http://www.cityofgreenriver.org/facilities.aspx?pagenum=5&RID=13&Page=detail
Rock Springs Civic Center The center’s 56-foot-long climbing wall features routes that change regularly, promising a real challenge to beginning, intermediate and advanced climbers. The wall has a top-to-bottom crack, overhangs and bouldering cave. Classes are held weekly to instruct new climbers and give them a chance to hone their skills.
This 45,000-square-foot, multipurpose facility provides a positive recreational experience for the entire community. In addition to the climbing wall, the Rock Springs Civic Center has a 25-meter pool with two diving boards and a slide. Swimming lessons are offered year-round and are taught according to American Red Cross guidelines.
Three racquetball courts, a large gymnasium, and five exercise and conditioning rooms filled with top-of-the-line equipment offer even more fitness opportunities. Trained fitness instructors host a variety of classes. Children can have a birthday party hosted by the Center on either the climbing wall or at the pool. Everything is provided: the cake and all the trimmings, party favors, even clean-up.
Getting There: Rock Springs Civic Center, 410 N Street, (307) 352-1420
Lake Flaming Gorge Experience genuine wild country just a few hours from a major metropolitan area. Unspoiled and lacking the crowds of most recreation areas, Flaming Gorge Country is an outdoor wonderland.
Year-round recreational opportunities abound on the 91- mile Flaming Gorge Reservoir and the famed Green River. A wide range of active pursuits will fill your days, or you can just sit back and take in the breathtaking scenery and watch the plentiful wildlife.
A rewarding stop along your tour of the natural wonders of the West, Flaming Gorge Country provides the contrast in scenery for which the West is famous, from the rugged Uinta Mountains to the expansive Wyoming deserts. This spectacular combination provides a roomy habitat for a variety of big-game animals, including moose, Rocky Mountain elk, pronghorn antelope and bighorn sheep.
Rich in Western lore, Flaming Gorge Country was home to mountain men, pioneers, outlaws and Native Americans. Scenic drives are an easy way to experience Flaming Gorge’s beauty. In fact, one of the best ways to see our famous wild horses is to look right out your car window!
Most of our other highways are designated state scenic byways. Side trips, like the Sheep Creek Geologic Loop Tour, offer exciting views of bighorn sheep. The fun doesn’t end with the warm weather. Winter is a magical time of year here in Flaming Gorge Country. Whether you’re on cross-country skis or snowmobiles, there are miles of trails to explore.
Of course, there is fishing in Flaming Gorge Country. From enormous macs in the lake to big browns, cuts and bows in the river, renowned world- class fishing is found here. The USDA Forest Service, Ashley National Forest and USDI Bureau of Reclamation manage flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. Recreational opportunities include more than 600 camping and picnic units (including boat-in and float-in camps), three full-service marinas, two visitor centers, some 200 miles of trails and many other visitor facilities. The Flaming Gorge Dam Visitor Center is open year-round. Some facilities are fully ADA accessible, including campsites, picnic sites and fishing platforms. A limited number of campsites may be reserved in advance by calling 1-877-444-6777 or visiting www.reserveUSA.com.
Flaming Gorge Country It may seem odd that some of the best coldwater fishing in the country is found in this arid desert environment. But given the combination of tailwaters, man-made lakes and reservoirs, mountain lakes, streams and rivers, this is a trout fisherman’s paradise. Lake Flaming Gorge has become premier lake trout trophy water, with fish over 50 pounds setting both Wyoming and Utah state records. The entire Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area offers great boating, with Lake Flaming Gorge in particular known for its trophy fishing.
Lake trout are difficult to catch, and the average angler can expect to put in many hours between fish. During the summer months and generally under the ice, lake trout can be found at 70–120 feet depths associated with structure.
Linwood Bay, next to Lucerne Marina, is always a hot spot to catch the big ones! Rainbows are found throughout the reservoir and usually become active during April. By May or early June, Kokanee action picks up with the fish suspended 25–30 feet over deep open water or pelagic areas. Smallmouth bass are found in rocky shoreline habitat throughout the Gorge.
There’s no shortage of services in Flaming Gorge for the fisherman, boater, camper or others pursuing high country sports. Three full-service marinas offer ski boats, fishing boats, houseboats and pontoon boat rentals, mooring and fuel. Other facilities within the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area include 18 U.S. Forest Service campgrounds (four boat-in campgrounds) and nine paved boat ramps.
Two main lodges service Flaming Gorge Country and offer restaurants, lodging, fishing guides, raft rentals, horseback rides and mountain bike rentals. These are located in the alpine areas and offer accessibility to many scenic trails, mountain lakes, and the tailwaters of the Green River and Lake Flaming Gorge.
Getting There: Campsites may be reserved in advance by calling 1-877-444-6777 or visiting www.reserveUSA.com.
Expedition Island Expedition Island, located in the center of Green River, is a National Historical Site. The site is the recognized starting point for two expeditions down the Green and Colorado Rivers led by Major John Wesley Powell in 1869 and 1871. Powell began both trips near Expedition Island and mapped the river system, successfully finding the Grand Canyon.
It’s generally considered, that on these expeditions Powell completed the exploration of the last, large, unknown land area in the continental United States.
Expedition Island Today–Chances are if you’re looking for an enjoyable stroll, you’ll like the path that encircles the island. If it’s an evening walk you’re looking for, the paved pathway is also lighted for your safety and convenience. Easy parking access to the river can be gained next door at Splash Park. The island is comfortably shaded and features plenty of picnic tables and picnic shelters. Playground equipment, restrooms, as well as access to the Green Belt Nature Walk can also be discover on what was once the staging point for Major John Wesley Powell’s expeditions down the Green and Colorado rivers in 1869 and 1871.
The island has been the home for events such as River Festival, Art On the Green, and for many years now, Flaming Gorge Days.
Getting There: Green River, WY, From I-80, take exit 89 or 91. For more information call (307) 872-6136, or visit www.cityofgreenriver.org
“The River” The River is home to several species of fish and many folks enjoy fly fishing and spin casting right in town. Fish you will find in the Green are Browns, Rainbows, Kokanee Salmon, and Catfish. In the fall, the Kokanee turn a bright orange and make their “runs” up river to spawn. The river looks like it has turned red! Your fishing pole will be quivering with anticipation!
In 2009, one of Green River’s main tourist attractions, the popular Park, was rebuilt with a unique hydraulic system in the river that is believed to be the first of its kind in Wyoming. Four moveable gates were installed on the river to channel flows to the center part of the waterway. Four other panels were placed in the waterway that can be pneumatically raised or lowered, thus providing maximum control over a wide range of flows to create fast water, waves and swirling eddies (rest stops on the river).
The goal of this upgrade is to attract high-level freestyle kayaking, and to be a centerpiece for whitewater kayaking competitions and whitewater rodeos. The little slice of kayaking heaven is located adjacent to the historic Expedition Island Park along the Green River as it flows through town. Tubing down the river is a great way to enjoy the breathtaking scenery Green River has to offer. So whatever way you would like to “float the Green,” it is sure to be an adventure!
Splash Park When looking for a cool-down that’s wet and fun, look no further than Splash Park. This water-themed park is located in Evers Park and is adjacent to Expedition Island. The park is open and free to the public. Splash Park is in operation from Memorial Day through Labor Day and perfect for a cool way to beat the heat during a hot summer day. Splash Park has six different motion activated water features that splash, spray, and delight attendees from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week.
Mountain Biking Towering cedars, satisfying single-track traverses, exciting descents, rewarding climbs … here’s a taste of Western adventure known to local mountain bikers.
It’s a fact: Sweetwater County is home to hundreds of miles of single-track and dirt trails that rival those in better-known mountain- biking areas around the country. Located in the high desert of Wyoming, the county offers great opportunities for beginning to experienced mountain bikers.
Within a short distance from the city limits of Rock Springs or Green River, several dirt roads and trails promise exhilarating experiences through spectacular terrain. From elevated vantage points, it’s not uncommon to be able to see over 100 miles. Views of the largest moving sand desert (Killpecker Sand Dunes) and the ancient volcano called Boar’s Tusk loom to the east. The Green River (the major tributary of the Colorado) flows to the west, and the Wind River Mountain range rises to the north. A turn to the southwest offers a panoramic view of the Uinta Mountains.
Riding along the BLM Wild Horse Loop, you’re likely to encounter herds of wild horses grazing within feet of the trail. The horses, confused by the identity of a bicycler, will sometimes allow the rider to get within 50 feet before they bolt. The horses often run beside the same trail that the bicycler uses, creating a remarkable contrast between wild muscular beauty and the high-tech world of modern mountain bikers.
Up here in the high desert, bikers travel over rises only to stop in awe at herds of elk, deer and antelope spying their movements, examining their direction, then making a hasty retreat. Riders can cross the desolate miles to ancient Indian Petroglyphs, with the eerie notion that inhabitants and hunters from hundreds of years past placed their artwork of wild animals for future generations to see. In the quiet of the early morning, bikers pedal through the canyons and ancient dwelling places of these inhabitants, wondering how an environment in which it was once a constant struggle to survive is now nature’s playground for those who choose to venture forth.
The locals realize that the mountain biking potential in Sweetwater County is largely undiscovered, but this is changing fast. Two riders in the mountains around Jackson Hole were recently heard bragging about the superb riding trails located within a mile of Rock Springs. It’s clear that the riding potential of Sweetwater County’s trails will not go undiscovered for long.
Cherokee Trail/Currant Creek Ranch Bicycle Loop One of the newest and most adventurous mountain biking trails in Sweetwater County is the Cherokee Trail/Currant Creek Ranch Loop. To get to Currant Creek Ranch and begin riding on the trail, simply take Highway 191 South out of Rock Springs to County Road 33. Travel on County Road 33 for 23 1/2 miles until you come to the Currant Creek Cattle Company. The mountain biking route is twenty miles long, starting and ending at the Currant Creek Ranch. The route is marked with labeled, brown carsonite signs posted at the start and at most intersections along the trail. A detailed map of the route, including GPS coordinates and an elevation chart is available at both the Rock Springs and Green River Chambers of Commerce.
If traveling through, give these trails a try. Stop in at the Rock Springs or Green River Chamber of Commerce, or drop by the local biker stores and hangouts, such as Bike and Trike (307-382- 9677) in Rock Springs or Greyhair Bike Repair (307-875- 1445) in Green River. They’ll share tips and directions on which trail might suit you best. You might even have one of the locals ride along with you, that’s the local way.
Getting There: Take U.S. 191 south to Country Rd. 33 Bike trail starts at Currant Creek Cattle Ranch.
Killpecker Sand Dunes Records of the passing of prehistoric and early historic Native Americans is carved into the stone of the White Mountain Petroglyphs. Historic coal mines and stage stations reflect the passage of more recent folk. During the Pleistocene, approximately 1 million years ago, the region north of Rock Springs was dotted with active volcanoes. The volcanoes spewed forth lava and hot ash for many years. Eventually the volcanoes became dormant, and erosion began to wear the cones away. Today the remains of these volcanoes can be seen as flat-topped buttes and spires. Boar’s Tusk, North Table Mountain, South Table Mountain, Black Rock, Spring Butte and the Leucite Hills (Natural Corrals) are all that remain of those ancient volcanoes.
The Leucite Hills are the remains of volcanic flows from these Pleistocene eruptions. The presence of the Leucite Hills created a gap through which the prevailing westerly winds funnel. These winds are strong enough to carry sand and gravel. As the winds blow through the Leucite Hills, the sand collects in large sand dunes. These dunes can reach heights of over 100 feet and run for over 100 miles from west to east. The biggest dunes are in the Killpecker Dune Field, which begins several miles east of the town of Eden. The area around the Killpecker Dune Field is home to a herd of rare desert elk, found nowhere else in North America. The rough and rocky terrain of the Leucite Hills, with its numerous springs of fresh water, was well suited to trapping and holding wild horses. The area became known as the Natural Corrals. Wild horses can still be seen in this area today. Thriving on the grasses of the Red Desert are descendants of horses brought to the New World by the Spanish in the 16th century. Many recreationalists enjoy hiking in the area, as well as driving off-road vehicles. Signs are posted as to the specific locations where off-road vehicles can be used. Survival Guide Precautions: These are backcountry roads with no services and few inhabitants. Use caution when venturing into these areas.
Getting There: Access to the Killpecker Dune Fields and surrounding areas can be made through Rock Springs and Point of Rocks. From Rock Springs, travel north on U.S. 191. Approximately 10 miles north of Rock Springs, turn east on the Tri-Territory Road. This forms the western end of the loop. The Tri-Territory Road will lead to Boar’s Tusk, the White Mountain Petroglyphs and the Killpecker Dune Fields. From Point of Rocks, exit I-80 and proceed east on the paved road north of I-80. This road will lead past the Jim Bridger Power Plant and open-pit coal mine. North of the power plant, the road forks, continuing straight west will take you to the Natural Corrals. Turn north and follow the road over the ridge and on to the wildlife viewing area and the Killpecker Dune Field.
Dog Park The dog park in Rock Springs includes a pond and running areas. It is located at 850 West Center Street just beyond the Animal Shelter. Hours of Operation: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Historical Trails Sweetwater County has more miles of still-visible pioneer trails than any other area in the United States. The Oregon Trail stretched from Missouri to Oregon. Once the weary traveler surmounted South Pass and approached Pacific Springs, the journey was half over. The Continental Divide had been crossed, and Oregon Buttes served as a marker to continue onward. The travelers approached the Parting of the Ways, where the trails headed north on the Oregon Trail or south along the Mormon Pioneer or California National Historic Trails.
The Oregon Trail, Pony Express Route, Cherokee Trail, Overland Trail, Parting of the Ways, and Old Emigrant Trail all pass through Sweetwater County. In fact, Highway 28 parallels the Oregon, Mormon Pioneer, Pony Express and California National Historic Trails. Intact trail ruts are visible at the False Parting of the Ways, Simpson’s Hollow and Pilot Butte sites.
Listed below are some of the finest trail remains in the United States. Please respect and protect them!
Highway 28 Historic Trails Driving Tour. Travel on Highway 28 between the Green River (west of Farson) and the South Pass Rest Stop (east of Farson). Along this route there are six significant sites: South Pass Overlook, False Parting of the Ways, Big Sandy Crossing, Simpson’s Hollow, Pilot Butte Trail Site and Lombard Ferry.
Pilot Butte Trails Site. Approximately 12 miles west of Farson on Highway 28 lies this BLM Historic Interpretative site with signs about the Pilot Butte Trail(s) landmark, Indian-Emigrant relations and Transcontinental Telegraph. Signs are adjacent to trail ruts of the Oregon, Mormon Pioneer, Pony Express and California National Historic Trails.
Pony Express Route. The route runs from South Pass in Sublette County to Pacific Springs, to Dry Sandy, to Little Sandy, to Big Sandy, and Farson, to Big Timber, Michael Morrins, to Hams Fork, to Church Buttes, to Millersville and to Fort Bridger.
Cherokee Trail. The trail runs from north of Baggs, Wyoming, to the old Emigrant Trail, east of U.S. 191. It crosses the Dans Creek and Little Bitter Creek south of Rock Springs, then Sage Creek (twice). It finally crosses the Green River just above the Blacks Fork River Confluence and to the Lone Tree Station. A high-clearance or 4-wheel-drive vehicle and dry road conditions are needed for access.
Overland Trail. This old stagecoach route runs across Bridger Pass in Carbon County to Sulphur Springs, Washakie, Duck Lake, Dug Spring, Fort LeClede, Black Buttes, Point of Rocks, Salt Wells, Rock Springs, Green River, Lone Tree Station, Granger and on into Fort Bridger. Remnants of stage stations along the trail can be easily accessed at Point of Rocks (along I-80) and Granger (also along I-80). There is a stage station marker in Rock Springs along Springs Drive and in Green River on Uinta Drive. A high-clearance or 4-wheel-drive vehicle and dry road conditions are needed for access to most areas.
Old Emigrant Trail. From Bridger Pass on the Overland Trail to Fort LeClede, turn southwest until it meets up with the Cherokee Trail on the Little Bitter Creek, then to Lone Tree Station follow the Overland Trail until Fort Bridger, then northwest through the Bridger Antelope Trap. A high-clearance or 4-wheel-drive vehicle and dry road conditions are needed for access.
Outlaw Trail. The northern route of the Outlaw Trail ran right through the middle of Sweetwater County—giving this area a strong outlaw history. According to some stories, Frank and Jesse James spent a winter in the county while hiding out from the infamous Northfield robbery in Minnesota.
Robert LeRoy Parker or “Butch Cassidy” was the most famous of all Western outlaws. He spent quite a bit of time here in Rock Springs and Green River in the 1890s. In fact, he got his nickname “Butch” by working at a butcher shop one winter in Rock Springs. The building is still there in downtown Rock Springs on South Main Street.
His gang was known as the Wild Bunch. They included his sidekick Harry “Sundance Kid” Longabaugh, Matt Warner, Elza Lay, Bob Meeks, Harvey Logan, Ben Kilpatrick, Bill Carver and many others. After getting out of the Wyoming State Pen in 1896 for stealing horses, Butch kicked his outlaw career into high gear. Butch, Lay and Meeks robbed the Montpelier, Idaho bank to raise money for Matt Warner’s legal fees.
There are a number of stories about Butch and the Wild Bunch in this area in the years 1896 to 1900—including stories of jobs that were botched. At one point, Butch tried to go straight, but a deal worked out with the railroad fell through. It seems the railroad was considering hiring Butch as a train guard, which actually makes sense when you think about it.
In 1899 the Wild Bunch robbed a Union Pacific train in Wilcox, Wyo., between Rawlins and Laramie, blowing up the express car to get the job done. A year later, they pulled the same stunt in Tipton, just east of Rock Springs. The second time, though, the Union Pacific was prepared for them and within hours had a mounted posse of the best trackers in the West on the outlaws’ trail.
The Tipton caper was pretty much the end of the Wild Bunch activities in Wyoming. They moved on to greener pastures in other states. Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid went on to South America and weren’t seen again in the area until the 1920s. But that’s another story.
Oregon & California Gold Rush Trails Westward-bound families began crossing Wyoming in the early 1840s. Headed for Oregon, their journey took them along barely visible tracks over South Pass, down the Green River, then up over the mountains of western Wyoming. By 1850, the trickle of travelers had turned into a flood of emigrants as tens of thousands headed west for Oregon, Utah and the gold fields of California. Deeply entrenched ruts left by wagons headed west marked the once lightly traveled trail.
It is still possible to see much of the Oregon Trail. The arid environment combined with the lack of industrial development in the area has left long segments of the trail intact.
To travel the Oregon Trail, begin your trip either at South Pass State Historic Park or Fort Bridger State Historic Park. From South Pass, travel along Wyoming Highway 28 to Farson. From Farson, continue along Highway 28 toward the Green River, then follow Wyoming 372 south to I-80. Take I-80 west to Fort Bridger.
If traveling west along I-80, simply exit at Fort Bridger and pick up one of the National Park Service guide tours. Upon returning to I-80, travel east to the LaBarge exit, then travel north on Wyoming 372 to the intersection with Highway 28. At Highway 28 turn east and drive to South Pass.
Along the route you will find roadside turnouts with interpretive signs that describe various events along the Oregon Trail. Taking the time to travel the old Oregon Trail is well worth your while. You will see significant historic sites and also have the opportunity to see the area’s abundant wildlife.
Mormon Trail 1996 and 1997 marked the 150th anniversary of the initial Mormon exodus to Utah. The Mormons were a unique part of the Western emigrant migration.
From 1846 to 1869, about 70,000 Mormons traveled along an integral part of the road west, the Mormon Pioneer Trail. It started in Nauvoo, Ill., crossed Iowa, connected with “The Great Platte River Road” at the Missouri River, and ended near the Great Salt Lake. Generally following preexisting routes, the trail carried tens of thousands of Mormon emigrants to a new home in the Great Basin. From their labors would arise the State of Deseret, later to become the State of Utah.
Although their move to the Great Salt Lake Valley was not entirely voluntary, their goal was to maintain a religious and cultural identity and to find an isolated area where they could permanently settle and practice their religion in peace. This was a movement of an entire people, an entire religion, and an entire culture driven by religious fervor and determination.
Because the Mormon Pioneer Trail is in pretty much the same corridor as the Oregon, California and Pony Express Trails in southwest Wyoming, the key landmarks and historic sites are the same. However, one is unique to the Mormon Trail: the Willie Handcart Site.
Willie Handcart Site is a mass grave of 15 people who died in a single night in October 1856 when early winter storms trapped over 1,200 Mormon emigrants on the Wyoming plains. The site is about seven miles southeast of Atlantic City, Wyoming. As the road is unpaved and can be very muddy when wet, check local conditions before your visit.
Green River Skate Park Not into two wheel recreation? Then dust off your skateboard and try your skills at the Area 51 Skate Park with a Bank Ramp, Piano Bank Ramp, Stairs, Grind Rail (Kinked), Planter, Picnic Table, Grindbox, Quarter Pipe (Raked), Quarter Pipe, Jump Box, Pyramid Section, Wedge, and a Euro Gap. All are open and free to the public on Uinta Drive next to the Golden Hour Senior Center.
Green River Pump Park The Pump Park offers a variety of purpose-built bike trails and features for families and experienced cyclists alike. For more than a decade, biking enthusiasts have worked to create a series of linked and mapped bike trails that stretch 240 miles through the scenic hills surrounding Green River in Sweetwater County. The 3.5-acre bike park situated along the Green River is the latest addition to the network.
Parks Why not enjoy the great outdoors – after all, you’re in Wyoming. Green River’s 28 City parks and open spaces offer aesthetically pleasing landscapes and shelters for picnics and hiking, sports and playground equipment, and even trails for walking and biking along the Greenbelt. With the large number of parks, the City of Green River was named the “Playful City USA 2009 Community.”
Other County Parks Pioneer Trails Picnic Grounds: 52 acres with three group picnic shelters, 20 picnic tables, three restrooms, playground equipment, nature trails, three volleyball courts and horseshoe pits. Pavilions can be reserved by contacting the Recreation office at 307-352-6623. Location: 20 miles north of Green River.
Sweetwater County Picnic Grounds: four group picnic shelters, 35 tables, two restrooms, playground equipment, 13 horseshoe pits, youth fishing pond, boat ramp (rafts or small watercraft only), one volleyball court, one softball field, one basketball court and two tennis courts. Reservations for the large pavilion with two horseshoe pits are available at the recreation office. Location: five miles west of Green River.
Shooting Sports Complex: one 500-yard and two 200-yard shooting lanes with seven shooting benches and target stands. Shooting times are available by contacting the office. Location: Little Firehole Road off Highway 191 South.
Archery Range: hosts archer target shooting. It has temporary restrooms and an indoor classroom. Location: Little Firehole Road off Highway 191 South.
Crossroads west Park: one group picnic shelter, temporary restrooms, two softball fields, two soccer fields, three horseshoe pits and a playground. Location: 1 1⁄ 2 miles west of Rock Springs on White Mountain Road off Foothill Blvd.
Trap Club: provides trap shooting, with an indoor meeting room, kitchen and restroom. Location: White Mountain Road across from Crossroads West Park.
Mesa Park: playground equipment, three horseshoe pits, basketball courts, a volleyball court and temporary restrooms. Location: Quadrant Drive off Yellowstone Road.
Reliance Park: three shelters, two restrooms, playground equipment, four horseshoe pits, one softball field and two tennis courts. Location: five miles north of Rock Springs behind the Reliance School.
Arrowhead Springs Park: two picnic tables, a youth fishing pond, temporary restrooms and a parking area. Location: Highway 430 south of Rock Springs.
Aero modelers facilities: a model airplane runway, temporary restrooms and one picnic shelter. Location: east of Rock Springs on Baxter Road.
Bicentennial Park: 14 picnic tables, temporary restrooms and playground equipment. Location: Highway 191 North in Eden.
Big Sandy Park: four group shelters, one restroom, playground equipment, two horseshoe pits, one softball field, one tennis court and an indoor youth activity center. Location: one mile east of intersection 191 North and 28
MORE info: 307.212.6333 1575 Dewar Drive, Suite 220 Rock Springs, WY 82901
