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About Our Site - Sinks Canyon State Park

 

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.

Public Celebration Set for Sunnyside Trail at Sinks Canyon State Park on July 19, 2025

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Public Celebration Set for Sunnyside Trail at Sinks Canyon State Park on July 19, 2025

 

LANDER, Wyo. — July 16, 2025 — Wyoming State Parks invites the public to celebrate the opening of the new Sunnyside Trail at Sinks Canyon State Park on Saturday, July 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the upper Sunnyside Trailhead near the southern boundary of the park.

 

This newly completed trail holds historic significance as the first bike trail developed within Sinks Canyon State Park. During the public celebration, Lander Cycling Club and park staff will host an informational table featuring swag from the Sunnyside Trail project, Wyoming State Parks, and Sinks Canyon State Park—available while supplies last.

 

“We’re thrilled to celebrate the completion of the Sunnyside Trail with our community,” said Sinks Canyon State Park Superintendent Jessica Moore. “This trail is a beautiful addition to our landscape and an excellent example of what partnerships and collaboration can accomplish. As the park’s first designated bike trail, it represents years of collaboration, vision, and hard work from local partners and trail advocates. We invite hikers, bikers, and nature lovers to experience what makes this place so special.”

 

The Sunnyside Trail project was made possible through the collaborative efforts of Lander Cycling Club, Wind River Outdoor Recreation Collaborative, Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation, Wyoming State Parks, and Wyoming State Trails Program, as well as dedicated volunteers and trail advocates from the local community. 

 

The trail is approximately two miles one way and is open to hikers and non-motorized bicycles. It features interpretive signage, stunning canyon views, and exciting mountain biking elements.


For more information about Sinks Canyon State Park and upcoming events, visit wyoparks.wyo.gov/sinkscanyon.
 
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Figure 1: Sunnyside Trail at Sinks Canyon State Park. 
 
Contact: Jessica Moore, 307-332-6333; Jessica.Moore@wyo.gov

 

 

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Site Status
 

Attention: Sinks Canyon State Park is in a fire ban effective August 4th, 2025. 

No campfires or charcoal fires are allowed anywhere in the park. 

Gas camp stoves are currently still allowed and must be tended to at all times. 

 

Please Note: Water is on in the campgrounds as of May 1st 2025. 

Campsites and yurts are reservation only May 1st-Sept 30th.
Sites 12 and 15 in the Popo Agie Campground are first come first-serve year round.

Campsites are all first-come first serve, Oct 1st - April 30th.  Campsite availability is weather dependent. 
Yurts are on the reservation system and availalbe year round. 
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Hours
 
  • Facilities are open to the public from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. year-round. After 10pm, all campground visitors must be staying at the campground.
  • The Visitor Center is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 23 through September 1.

 

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307-332-6333 Headquarters

307-332-3077 Visitor Center (June-August) 

 
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 Sinks Canyon State Park
 3079 Sinks Canyon Rd
 Lander, WY 82520

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