Castle Gardens Scenic Area

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Castle Gardens Scenic Area

Wyoming

(307) 347-5100

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Things To Do

 

Overview

Castle Gardens rises ornately out of the badlands, a stone forest of red spires, giant toadstools and other fascinating and byzantine formations. Sage, cedar and juniper surround the geological wonderland, which includes a unique picnic area in the "bowl" of the Garden. This quiet day use area south of the lovely town of Tensleep once saw a terrible massacre, when some cattlemen shot Joe Emge, two other men, and all their sheep.

Map of Castle Gardens Scenic Area

Latitude, Longitude: 43.962921, -107.514954

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Activities

  • Picnicking

    Two picnic sites with tables, grills, fire rings, and a restroom are provided, however, water and trash pickup is not available.

Seasonality/Weather

The area is open from May- October.

Directions

Driving

The turnoff to the area is approximately 1 mile west of Ten Sleep on U.S. Highway 16. From there a dirt road heads south. Signs lead to the site about 6 miles away.

Phone Numbers

Primary

(307) 347-5100

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