Edness K. Wilkins State Park, Riverside state park near Casper, Wyoming.
Description
Edness K. Wilkins State Park is a 361-acre recreational area along the North Platte River, with tall cottonwood trees, paved walkways, and multiple zones for outdoor activities. The landscape combines natural river sections with developed areas for picnicking, fishing, and walking.
History
The site was originally a rock quarry before Wyoming's state government transformed it into a public park in 1981. This conversion of abandoned industrial land into a recreation area reflects the region's changing priorities.
Culture
The park carries the name of Edness Kimball Wilkins, reflecting the importance of this figure in Wyoming's political history and community life.
Practical
The park is easily reached via Interstate 25 Exit 182 and U.S. Highway 20-26. Visitors will find picnic areas, restrooms, and well-marked paths throughout the grounds.
Did you know?
The park contains Wyoming's only universally accessible fishing pier, connected to a network of hard-surfaced pathways. This infrastructure allows visitors with varying mobility levels to experience the river and natural surroundings.
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