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Sinks Canyon State Park is located in west central Wyoming just south of Lander. The park is situated in the Wind River Mountains on the middle fork of the Popo Agie River. The site is named after distinct geologic phenomena in which the Popo Agie river disappears into a limestone cavern and reappears a quarter mile down canyon in a placid pool filled with 8 - 12 lb. rainbow trout. The site has a variety of natural habitats which creates diversity of flora and fauna. The canyon provides a variety of recreational opportunities including nature studies, photography, camping, fishing, hiking, world class rock climbing and access to miles of mountain bike trails.
Rise Observation Deck to Undergo Maintenance Construction
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Rise Observation Deck to Undergo Maintenance Construction
LANDER, Wyo. – June 4, 2025 – Wyoming State Parks announces maintenance construction will begin on the Rise observation deck at Sinks Canyon State Park starting June 9, 2025. The project is expected to be completed by July 4, 2025.
During this time, visitors may experience intermittent full and partial closures that will limit or prevent access to the Rise deck. The work will focus on replacing supports and railings to enhance safety for all park visitors.
"We recognize the importance of the Rise observation deck to our guests, and we appreciate their patience as we carry out these essential maintenance upgrades," states Jessica Moore, superintendent of Sinks Canyon State Park.
Follow Sinks Canyon State Park on Facebook for updates on the construction progress and any changes to the closure schedule at @SinksCanyonStatePark.
For more information about Sinks Canyon State Park, amenities, and upcoming events, visit wyoparks.wyo.gov.
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- Rise Observation Deck to Undergo Maintenance Construction 2025-06-04 14:15:00
- Construction to Begin on Suspension Bridge in Sinks Canyon State Park 2025-04-14 14:15:00
- Wyoming State Parks Welcomes Domestic Ferrets to Help Tell the Story of Black-Footed Ferret Conservation 2024-09-26 14:15:00
- Sinks Canyon State Park Updates 2022-11-02 05:52:58
- Sinks Canyon State Park receives grant for bear-proof recycling stations 2022-10-21 09:48:14
- Jessica Moore named new Sinks Canyon State Park Superintendent 2022-09-21 20:21:47
- Sinks Canyon State park to host Women Who Hike event 2022-09-06 14:59:35
- Sinks Canyon State Park to host Friday night Summer Series 2022-05-28 16:18:59
- Guernsey State Park to Host Annual Wyoming BioBlitz 2022-05-09 03:03:46
- Sinks Canyon State Park temporarily closes Grade II Wall vicinity 2022-05-09 02:53:04
- Sinks Canyon State Park to host Star Party 2022-05-09 02:29:51
- Sinks Canyon Via Ferrata stakeholder meeting scheduled December 14 2021-12-06 16:01:50
- MATERIALS POSTED, MEETING SCHEDULED FOR VIA FERRATA ROUTE DISCUSSION 2021-11-04 07:26:15
- Wyoming State Parks to host stakeholder meeting to discuss Sinks Canyon Via Ferrata route options 2021-10-15 07:42:52
- Updated Sinks Canyon State Park Master Plan materials available on-line 2021-10-11 11:45:23
- Jared Kail photo presented People's Choice Award at Sinks Canyon Photo contest 2021-09-09 10:33:32
- Reminder: Sinks Canyon Master Plan Informational meeting scheduled Monday 2021-08-25 11:35:08
- Wyoming State Parks to host Sinks Canyon informational meeting Aug. 30 2021-08-16 15:47:13
- Sinks Canyon Concert Series features The Blackhorns, Aug. 20 2021-08-03 13:14:11
- Via Ferrata Proposal for Sinks Canyon Moving Forward 2021-07-21 12:51:58
- Final Sinks Canyon State Park Master Plan Posted 2020-10-21 09:09:59
- Wyoming State Parks Celebrates National Public Lands Day with Volunteer Opportunities, Bike Events 2020-09-17 10:57:12
- Sinks Canyon Run Like a Bighorn Trail Run Postponed 2020-09-11 07:10:42
- Sinks Canyon State Park Master Plan Open for Public Comment 2020-07-17 14:10:28
- Sinks Canyon State Park Schedules Master Plan Public Meeting 2019-10-31 13:58:27
- Simonson, Heller Win Sinks Canyon "Run Like a Bighorn" 10K 2019-09-24 10:35:13
- Sinks Canyon Kids Caving Event Aug. 6-9; Spots Still Available 2019-07-31 12:27:42
- Registration Now Open for 2019 Plein Air in the Parks 2019-07-30 13:45:53
- Sinks Canyon State Park Program Examines Everything Big Horn Sheep 2019-07-16 11:23:40
- Biologist Joe Flower Featured Speaker at Sinks Canyon State Park 2019-07-15 10:17:22
- Sinks State Park History Presentation Features Long-Time Resident 2019-07-10 09:48:23
- Forest Service Rep Featured at Sinks Canyon Speaker Series Presentation 2019-07-03 11:00:07
- Sinks Canyon Speaker Series Features Clair Smith Presentation 2019-06-28 10:36:45
- Sinks Canyon State Park Presents Educational Prehistoric Program 2019-06-25 15:00:28
- Diane Corsick Featured at Sinks Canyon State Park Speaker Series 2019-06-21 11:28:32
- Sinks Canyon State Park Hosts Geology Presentation 2019-06-12 11:16:26
- Sinks Canyon State Park Hosts Rock Program 2019-06-11 10:49:34
- Sinks Canyon State Park to Celebrate Get Outdoors Day 2019-05-31 10:38:43
- Sinks Canyon Master Plan: Public Input Wanted for the "Love Sinks" Workshop 2019-04-02 07:12:21
- Sinks Canyon Climbing Areas Reopened 2018-08-21 07:08:38
- Sinks Canyon Closes Both Upper and Lower Climbing Areas - August 20-23 2018-08-17 13:12:33
- Early Bird Registration Deadline Approaching for Plein Air in the Parks 2018-08-08 11:07:00
- Temporary Closures at Sinks Canyon State Park 2018-08-02 13:22:29
- Plein Air in the Parks Open for Early Bird Registration 2018-07-23 10:58:52
- Sinks Canyon State Park hosts guided cave adventure, Aug. 7-12 2018-07-19 14:54:30
- Celebrate Sinks Canyon State Park’s final Summer bash with Lander’s own Low Water String Band 2018-07-18 11:48:07
- Sinks Canyon State Park presents program on Great Horned Owl 2018-07-18 11:23:37
- Friday Nights by the Fire: Sinks Canyon State Park Program Focuses on South Pass City 2018-07-12 13:38:47
- Run Like a Bighorn Race Scheduled at Sinks Canyon State Park 2018-07-12 13:28:46
- Two More Sinks Canyon 'Beat the Heat' Hikes Planned 2018-07-12 12:42:11
- Friday Nights by the Fire: Cougars in the Canyon 2018-07-12 08:26:14
- Wildlife Biologist Stan Harter to Host Wildlife Program at Sinks Canyon State Park 2018-07-03 11:26:15
- Sinks Canyon State Park Hosts History of the Canyon Program 2018-07-03 10:45:10
- Sinks Canyon State Park Hosts "Beat the Heat" Educational Hike 2018-07-03 10:41:43
- Sinks Canyon State Park Pavement Improvement Project Begins 2018-06-08 10:59:26
- High water results in Sinks Canyon closures 2017-06-09 10:28:11
- Sinks Canyon State Park- Welcome to our new website! 2017-03-28 14:28:03
- Closed campsites, swinging bridge reopened at Sinks Canyon State Park -0001-11-29 17:00:00
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Attention: The viewing deck at The Rise will have intermittent, temporary clousres though the month of June for routine maintenance.
Please Note: Water is on in the campgrounds as of May 1st 2025. Campsites and yurts are reservation only May 1st-Sept 30th. |
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