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That’s a wrap for ! Pathfinder played a wonderful conclusion to the series at Hot Springs State Park last weekend. 🎶Tha...
08/28/2026

That’s a wrap for ! Pathfinder played a wonderful conclusion to the series at Hot Springs State Park last weekend. 🎶

Thank you to everyone who came out all summer long and to the talented Wyoming musicians, partners, and our staff for another successful season!

Your Wyoming State Parks, Wyoming Arts Council, and Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation were excited to bring these summer hikes and concerts to:

📍Guernsey State Park with Shawn Hess

📍Seminoe State Park with Box of Rocks

📍South Pass City State Historic Site with The Tinderwoods

📍Hot Springs State Park with Pathfinder

Let us know in the comments who you would like to see on stage and follow our pages for more upcoming opportunities across the state.

Three for three on amazing crowds! Huge thank you to everyone who came out to South Pass City State Historic Site to kee...
08/21/2026

Three for three on amazing crowds! Huge thank you to everyone who came out to South Pass City State Historic Site to keep the momentum going. 🎶 The Tinderwoods played into a beautiful golden evening.

Wrap up our Tunes season with us tomorrow with Pathfinder at Hot Springs State Park!

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
📍 Hot Springs State Park Pavilion
🥾 Optional Hike: 5:30 p.m.
🎶 Performance: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
ℹ️ Tunes on the Trail with Pathfinder

Don’t forget to bring a chair, water, sunscreen, and anything else you need to enjoy the evening! ☀️

This program is proudly presented in partnership with the Wyoming Arts Council, Wyoming State Parks, and the Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation.

Entry into Hot Springs State Park is free. This event is subject to change. Please contact the individual site for updates.

Last call! 📢Walk the WY Oregon Trail from anywhere! 🥾Join our FREE virtual walking challenge and track your progress thr...
08/14/2026

Last call! 📢
Walk the WY Oregon Trail from anywhere! 🥾

Join our FREE virtual walking challenge and track your progress through the historic route. The further you go, the more history, information, and photos you unlock about important trail destinations.

🏅 Free Registration & Medals:
Participation and finisher medals are free, but limited to the first 1,000 individuals or groups! To secure your medal, you must confirm and complete your selected route between May 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026. Call our office to find the closest location to pick up your medal: 307.777.6323.

How to Join:
Download the Pacer app.
Enter Org Code: DJ110052
Select your route!
- East Wyoming Challenge: Virtually hike from Fort Laramie to Independence Rock (154 miles).
- West Wyoming Challenge: Virtually hike from South Pass to Fort Bridger (196 miles).

The Pacer app automatically syncs with Apple Health, Apple Watch, Google Fit, Samsung Health, Fitbit, and Garmin (or you can enter steps manually). Cyclists and other athletes: There is a built-in conversion chart so your activity miles count toward the trail, too!

🔗 For detailed registration instructions, visit: Bit.ly/OregonTrailWY

Photos courtesy of the Wyoming State Archives.

are we this month? 🤔🥾We’re continuing our trek across Wyoming to see who really knows their landscapes! Who can pinpoi...
08/12/2026

are we this month? 🤔🥾

We’re continuing our trek across Wyoming to see who really knows their landscapes! Who can pinpoint our exact location?

Tucked along rugged red sandstone bluffs, this reservoir was created in 1927 and established as a recreation site in the late 1930s thanks to the Civilian Conservation Corps. Today, this landmark features some of the finest Depression-era stonework in the Rocky Mountain region, including hand-built bridges, winding trails, and the iconic "Castle." It remains a beautifully preserved haven for hikers, bikers, campers, and history lovers alike.

Know where we are? Drop your guess in the comments! 👇

The first correct answer will receive a like from us! 👍

Summer hasn’t set yet!🌻☀️ Discover, connect, and create lasting memories with us across the state all month long. State ...
08/03/2026

Summer hasn’t set yet!🌻☀️

Discover, connect, and create lasting memories with us across the state all month long.

State park and historic site events are subject to change; please contact the individual site for details.

Bear River State Park, Boysen State Park, Buffalo Bill State Park, Camp Douglas Officers’ Club State Historic Site, Curt Gowdy State Park, Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park, Guernsey State Park, Glendo State Park, Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site, Wyoming Historic Governors' Mansion, Hot Springs State Park, Legend Rock State Petroglyph Site, Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site, Sinks Canyon State Park, South Pass City State Historic Site

07/31/2026

Thank you to our rangers on and every day! We honor the dedicated professionals who protect parks and people around the globe and to remember those who have been injured or killed in the line of duty.

Standing proudly on the “thin green line,” our diverse team of rangers wear many hats. They serve as first responders, guardians of our natural resources, and friendly guides who help visitors enjoy our sites safely.

We also recognize our interpretive rangers, whose storytelling and educational programs inspire the next generation of stewards–serving as another vital form of protection for the resources that make Wyoming so special.

Interested in this career? Please visit Bit.ly/WyoParksRanger for more information.

Our artists in residence have been hard at work this summer! Stop by and enjoy a collection of performances, readings, d...
07/30/2026

Our artists in residence have been hard at work this summer! Stop by and enjoy a collection of performances, readings, demonstrations, or workshops from these creative talents each Saturday of their stay.* Please visit the individual site’s page for event times and updates.

July 29–August 1, 2026,
Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park
Nicholas Resch (Cody, visual art)
Details: Artist in Residence: The Sculpted Landscape: A Live-Cartography Workshop with Nic Resch

August 5–8, 2026,
Guernsey State Park
Holly Balgalvis (Cheyenne, creative writing)
Details: Artist in Residence: Holly Balgalvis

August 12–15, 2026,
Curt Gowdy State Park
Madeline Logan Davis (Cheyenne, visual art)
Details: Artist in Residence: Waterfalls & Viewfinders: Capturing the Laramie Range with Madeline Logan Davis

August 19–22, 20
Buffalo Bill State Park
Christopher Archuleta (Box Elder) (Jackson, music)
Details: Artist in Residence: Lost to Longing with Christopher Archuleta (Box Elder)

August 26–29, 2026,
Glendo State Park
Phil Black (Paper Swords) (Casper, music)
Details: Artist in Residence: Listening to Wyoming: Past • Present • Future with Phil Black (Paper Swords)

September 2–5, 2026,*
Keyhole State Park
Oakley Boycott (Lander, performance art)
Details: Artist in Residence: SILENCE with Oakley Boycott
Artist in Residence: SILENCE with Oakley Boycott
Artist in Residence: SILENCE with Oakley Boycott

September 2–5, 2026,
Guernsey State Park
Donna Buckley (Casper, visual art)

September 2–5, 2026,
Sinks Canyon State Park
Tara Pappas (Laramie, visual art)
Details: Artist in Residence: Wonder in the Wild: A Family-Friendly Meet and Make Art Event with Tara Pappas

September 9–12, 2026,
Hot Springs State Park
Sidney Woods (Sid Sibo) (Afton, creative writing)
Details: Artist in Residence: Off Normal’s Edge with sid sibo

September 16–19, 2026,
Sinks Canyon State Park
Natalie Callum (Lander, creative writing)
Details: Artist in Residence: WONDER with Natalie Callum

September 23–26, 2026,
Keyhole State Park
M.L. Hodson (Cody, creative writing)

*Artist may have multiple event dates.

The Artist in Residence program is a partnership between Wyoming State Parks and the Wyoming Arts Council. This year, in conjunction with the 250th commemoration, the program has expanded to include 19 artists across nine parks and historic sites supported in part by a grant from the Governor’s Semiquincentennial Task Force.

Photos courtesy of the artists.

Veterans, have you applied for our lifetime permit? Join us this weekend at the National Museum of Military Vehicles for...
07/27/2026

Veterans, have you applied for our lifetime permit?

Join us this weekend at the National Museum of Military Vehicles for the Veterans Talking to Veterans Annual Summit. Our WyoParks booth will be available as you connect and explore throughout the event. Stop by to say hi 👋, learn more about the permit, our agency initiatives for veterans, and ask questions you may have.

Save the date:
August 1 & 2
MentorAgility.com/VTTVSummit2026

For permit details: Bit.ly/VeteranPermitWyo

"Step" back in time with our FREE Virtual Oregon Trail Walking Challenge! From your neighborhood, local trails, or at th...
07/25/2026

"Step" back in time with our FREE Virtual Oregon Trail Walking Challenge!

From your neighborhood, local trails, or at the gym, unlock the pioneer route checkpoints across Wyoming. The first 1,000 participants to complete their route between May 1 and September 30, 2026 receive a finisher medal!

The challenge automatically syncs with Apple Health, Apple Watch, Google Fit, Samsung Health, Fitbit, and Garmin — plus, distance conversions are available for cyclists.

How to Join:
Download the Pacer app ➡️ Enter Org Code DJ110052 ➡️ Pick your route!

Select Your Trail:
East Route: Fort Laramie to Independence Rock (154 mi)
West Route: South Pass to Fort Bridger (196 mi)

Full details and registration guide: Bit.ly/OregonTrailWY

We’re Hiring!With multiple positions available across the state, you could become part of an amazing team passionate abo...
07/22/2026

We’re Hiring!

With multiple positions available across the state, you could become part of an amazing team passionate about the outdoors, culture, and Wyoming's deep history. 🗺️

📋 If you have strong organizational skills, the Wyoming State Trails Office in Lander is hiring a Seasonal Administrative Assistant: Bit.ly/HiringWyoTrailsAdmin

🏛️ If you are passionate about history, several of our state historic sites are looking to fill key seasonal positions to finish out the season:
- Fort Fetterman State Historic Site, Camp Douglas Officers’ Club State Historic Sites, and the Wyoming Pioneer Museum
- Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site
- Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site

Seasonal employment length depends on the work location and position.

View all Wyoming State Parks & Cultural Resources opportunities at: Bit.ly/HiringWyo

Address

2301 Central Avenue
Cheyenne, WY
82002

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(307) 777-6323

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