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Bear River State Park, Evanston, WY

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Sports & Outdoors

Bear River State Park

A 324-acre day-use state park on the Bear River in Evanston, with bison, elk, trails, and a visitor center.

601 Bear River Dr., Evanston, WY 82930 · Evanston, WY

About Bear River State Park

This Wyoming state park sits along the Bear River on the east side of Evanston and covers about 324 acres. Visitors can see a small herd of bison and elk, walk paved and gravel trails, and stop at the visitor center, which has taxidermy wildlife displays, live native snakes, and state tourism information. The park is open for day visits only.

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