Float the river with the Outdoor Recreation Collaborative

The Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation’s Big Horn Basin Outdoor Recreation Collaborative invites the public to join the annual Big Horn River Blueway Trail float on August 23 in Thermopolis.  

The Big Horn River Blueway Trail, an idea proposed by the Big Horn Basin Outdoor Recreation Collaborative, is a water trail starting at the Wedding of the Waters in Thermopolis and ending near Lovell. For nearly four years, the Collaborative has been working on this idea, strategically mapping out the river and working with the Bureau of Land Management and other partners to increase access within the section between Greybull and Lovell.

Once completed, the BBORC plans to have formal maps created that outline the entire route and list important safety and access information, making it a recreational destination and opportunity that residents and visitors will enjoy.

The float will start at 10 a.m. at the Wedding of the Waters in Thermopolis and end at Hot Springs State Park. The Wedding of the Waters is located at 400 U.S. 20, Thermopolis. The boat ramp at Hot Springs State Park will be under construction, so participants are encouraged to plan their watercraft retrieval accordingly.

To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, participants are  asked to refrain from bringing drift boats or larger vessels that would need to use the ramp. Parking is limited, so arriving early or carpooling is advisable.

“Don’t forget to bring your own watercraft such as kayaks, canoes, small rafts or inflatables and all necessary equipment for a safe and enjoyable float,” an event press release states.