Fossil Hunting
Shell fossils are found in great abundance on trail above campground.
Trout Fishing
World-class trout fishing at nearby Flaming Gorge Reservoir.
Wild Horse Viewing
Red Desert is home to numerous bands of wild horses.
Flaming Gorge Reservoir
Flaming Gorge Reservoir is a 91-mile lake offering superb boating and trophy fishing. In 1968, the lake and surrounding area in southern Wyoming and northeastern Utah was designated a National Recreation Area to preserve its natural beauty and enhance its many recreational opportunities.
Historical Rock Springs
Rock Springs is a unique city with a fascinating history! Well known by trappers, explorers, and Overland Stage passengers; Rock Springs became a gathering place for cowboys and ranchers, site of the Chinese riot of 1885 and a major coal source for the Union Pacific Railroad. Pick up a brochure for a self-guided walking tour of historic downtown Rock Springs.
Western Wyoming Community College Dinosaur Exhibit
You can see complete full-sized dinosaur skeletons (casts) at Western Wyoming Community College. A Tyrannosaurus Rex, Stegosaurus, Triceratops and other species are on display.