Wyoming is world-famous for its national parks, and as a result, many of our state parks get completely overlooked by travelers coming through the Cowboy State. Make it a point to check them out and you’ll fall in love with these hidden gems! Bear River State Park in Evanston is one that’s worth the drive for a family-friendly day trip.

Bear River State Park is tucked away in the southwestern corner of Wyoming, right off of I-80.
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The park is a popular spot for road-trippers to stop and enjoy a picnic, and it's become a favorite day-trip destination for people in the Salt Lake City area, too!
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The river itself is the main attraction at the park, and you'll see kids wading in it and fly fishers casting their line, hoping to catch Wyoming trout.
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The park is a wonderland of lush green wetlands and forest, which is a break from the typical sagebrush flats you see if you're traveling I-80 from the east, heading west!
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Bear River State Park is great for the entire family. There are playgrounds for children, and exercises along the walking paths to help get your blood pumping!
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One of the coolest - and most surprising - features of the park is their resident bison herd!
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Say hello (from a safe distance!) and get a good look at these beautiful beasts that once roamed the land in huge numbers. Now, conservation programs seek to re-establish herds.
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There's even a small museum on the property that shows off a replica wagon and lots of information about local history and wildlife. If you like to learn, you'll love it!
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A visit to Bear River State Park is sure to be the highlight of any trip down towards Evanston, and it’s a bit of a hidden gem that’s sure to capture your heart.

For more great parks in Wyoming (beyond the “big two”), read 7 Lesser-Known State Parks In Wyoming That Will Absolutely Amaze You.

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Bear River State Park Access Road, Bear River State Park Access Rd, Evanston, WY 82930, USA