Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area · MT, WY

Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

The vast, wild landscape of Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area offers visitors unparalleled opportunities to immerse themselves in the natural world, and experience the wonders of this extraordinary place. With over 120,000 acres, one can find an astounding diversity in ecosystems, wildlife, and more than 10,000 years of human history to explore.

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Photos

Summer view of the Yellowtail Dam from the Ok-A-Beh road. (Fort Smith, MT District)

spring cactus with yellow flowers — Spring Cactus

Four orange kayaks laying with their tips on the red rocks at Barry's Landing. — Kayaks at Barry's Landing ready to go. (Lovell, WY District)

Looking up canyon toward Devil Canyon from the rim at Sullivan's Kob. — Devil Canyon Overlook from Sullivan's Knob Trail (Lovell, WY District)

smooth water just south of Barry's Landing — A Great Day on the Lake

Red hills in the foreground with Bighorn Lake in the background with a brilliant blue sky. — Horseshoe Bend from the Sykes Mountain (Lovell, WY District)

Activities

Arts and Culture
Theater
Auto and ATV
Scenic Driving
Astronomy
Stargazing
Biking
Road Biking
Boating
Motorized Boating
Sailing
Jet Skiing
Boat Tour
Camping
Compass and GPS
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Fly Fishing
Food
Dining
Picnicking
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Boat Tour
Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Off-Trail Permitted Hiking
Hunting and Gathering
Hunting
Paddling
Canoeing
Canoe or Kayak Camping
Kayaking
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Junior Ranger Program
Playground
Skiing
Cross-Country Skiing
Snow Play
Snowshoeing
Swimming
Freshwater Swimming
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store