Curt Gowdy State Park
Epic Mountain Biking and Triple-Reservoir Fishing Between Cheyenne and Laramie — Three Reservoirs (Granite Springs Crystal and North Crow), Over 150 Campsites for Tents and RVs Plus Cabins, Fishing for Rainbow Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout and Kokanee Salmon, “Epic” Rated Mountain Biking and Hiking Trails, Archery Range, Equestrian Trails, No Swimming Permitted, Near Cheyenne and Laramie Off Happy Jack Road Highway 210 Laramie County Wyoming
Curt Gowdy State Park is a state park between Cheyenne and Laramie, approximately 24 miles west of Cheyenne off Happy Jack Road (Highway 210) in Laramie County, Wyoming, managed by Wyoming State Parks. Named for legendary sportscaster Curt Gowdy (a Wyoming native), the park features three reservoirs — Granite Springs, Crystal, and North Crow — providing diverse fishing opportunities, over 150 campsites for tents and RVs plus cabin rentals, fishing for rainbow trout, brown trout, cutthroat trout, and kokanee salmon, an internationally recognized “Epic” rated mountain biking trail system (IMBA designation) and hiking trails through granite rock formations and pine forest, an archery range, equestrian trails, boating with horsepower limits on certain reservoirs, wildlife viewing for mule deer, pronghorn, and raptors, and stunning views of the Medicine Bow Mountains.
The “Epic” rated mountain biking trails are the star attraction — the IMBA (International Mountain Bicycling Association) Epic designation puts Curt Gowdy in elite company among the best singletrack in the American West. Trails wind through granite outcrops and ponderosa pine.
Important: Swimming is not permitted in any of the three reservoirs. The park also has no trailer dump station — nearest are in Cheyenne and Laramie.
Things to Do
- Mountain biking — IMBA “Epic” rated trails
- Fishing — 3 reservoirs: trout, kokanee
- Camping — 150+ sites + cabins
- Hiking — granite formations, pine forest
- Archery — range on-site
- Equestrian — horse trails
- Winter — ice fishing, XC skiing
Park Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | ~24 mi W of Cheyenne, Hwy 210, WY |
| Reservoirs | Granite Springs, Crystal, North Crow |
| Campsites | 150+ (tent/RV) + cabins |
| Fishing | Rainbow, brown, cutthroat trout, kokanee |
| Biking | IMBA “Epic” designation |
| Swimming | ❌ Not permitted |
| Named For | Sportscaster Curt Gowdy (WY native) |
| Managed By | Wyoming State Parks |
| Coordinates | 41.1833° N, 105.2167° W |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you swim at Curt Gowdy State Park?
No — swimming is not permitted in any of the three reservoirs (Granite Springs, Crystal, North Crow) at Curt Gowdy State Park. The park between Cheyenne and Laramie, Wyoming is best known for its IMBA “Epic” rated mountain biking trails, fishing for rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout plus kokanee salmon, 150+ campsites and cabins, an archery range, and equestrian trails. Named for legendary sportscaster Curt Gowdy. Note: no dump station — nearest in Cheyenne/Laramie.
Last updated: May 2026
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