Wyoming State Parks:
Sinks Canyon State Park
Lander, Wyoming

The Popo Agie River in the Wilderness

The Popo Agie River flows downhill to Sinks Canyon where it vanishes into "the Sinks" a large cavern. About 1/2 mile down the canyon, the water reappears in "the Rise," a trout-filled pool, before continuing its journey to the far off ocean. The visitor center at Sinks Canyon has a whole section of interpretive stuff going into what's happening with the river. There's also a lot of exhibits and interpretive signage in regards to the wildlife here and the habitat requirements. In this park, a hiker might come across black bears, porcupines, bighorn sheep, mule deer, moose, red squirrels, jackalope (no, just kidding) or golden eagles. The park also offers fishing, camping, picnicking and rock climbing. Sinks Canyon is in the foothills of the Wind River Range, home to the Popo Agie National Wilderness, a wild and beautiful section of the Shoshone National Forest.

Sinks Canyon State Park is located about 6 miles southwest of Lander, Wyoming on State Road 131.