Edness K. WilkinsBrochure |
Park brochure of Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park (SP) in Wyoming. Published by the Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources.
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Open daily from 7am to 10pm
Day use only; no camping
PARK FEES & PERMITS
The daily use fee is $6 per Wyoming resident
vehicle, or $9 per non-resident vehicle, and
is required to enter and use park areas and
facilities. An annual daily use permit is available.
BIRDS, BIRDS, BIRDS
Located on the Central Flyway, this park
is a gem for birdwatchers looking to add
to their life lists. The park contains several
different habitats: it offers a river, as well as a
cottonwood grove and open areas. Therefore,
many bird varieties are drawn to the park
year-round.
PARK RULES
•
Park dumpsters are for park use only. Litter
must be disposed of in provided containers.
• Keep motorized vehicles on designated
roads. A valid driver’s license is required.
• All pets must be kept on a leash at all times.
• Firearms and fireworks are not allowed.
• Obey posted signs, traffic barriers and
speed limits.
• No glass containers
• All pets must be kept on a leash and remain
in designated areas.
• No motorized boats allowed in the ponds.
• No fishing allowed in the ponds.
For a complete listing of park rules, visit park
headquarters.
Birdwatching, hiking,
fishing and relaxing are just
a few of the many ways you
can enjoy your stay.
Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park is administered by the
Division of State Parks, Historic Sites and Trails; Wyoming
Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources.
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Photo by Lona Patton
In a cooperative effort with the Wyoming
Game & Fish Department, a nesting pond and
wildlife viewing blind have been developed
in conjunction with the Wyoming Wildlife
“Worth the Watching” program. A riparian
habitat area for water-type birds has been
included. The local chapter of the National
Audubon Society has identified over 50
different kinds of nesting birds, and a list of
more than 200 different species of smaller
birds. It is possible to see yellow billed
cuckoos, cormorants, bald eagles, golden
eagles, sharp shinned hawks, and as many
as 16 species of ducks. In 2004, the chapter
designated EKW as an Important Bird Area.
As you walk along the paths through the park,
notice the many bird houses placed on trees
at strategic heights to attract specific birds.
Patient bird watchers may be rewarded with
sightings of birds from both the eastern and
western areas of the United States.
Photo by Traci Rood
HOURS
LOCATION
Edness K. Wilkins State Park is a serene
day-use park and the perfect picnic area
located six miles east of Casper off Interstate
25, where families, nature lovers and those
looking for solitude can enjoy the huge
cottonwoods as they cast reflections on the
historic North Platte River and lend shade
to visitors.
ACCESSIBLE
Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park provides
many accessible amenities. The park features
2.8 miles of accessible, hard-surfaced paths
and an accessible fishing pier, the only one
like it in the state.
HISTORY
The park is named after Edness Kimball
Wilkins, a 25-year Wyoming legislator and
area resident who died in 1980 at the age of
84. In 1981, the land was purchased by the
state for approximately $380,000. Containing
362 acres, Edness K. Wilkins State Park was
once nothing but a rock quarry. However,
since master planning began in 1982, the area
has taken on a massive transformation. An
additional 2.8 miles of handicapped accessible
hard-surfaced paths provide visitors with an
opportunity to view some of the best wildlife
in the area. Anglers can try their luck fishing
in the North Platte River. Swimmers can take
a refreshing dip at the park swimming area.
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Boat ramp
Camping
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Group Picnic Shelter
Park Headquarters
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PHONE NUMBERS
EMERGENCY ..................................................... 911
Park Headquarters ........................... (307) 577-5150
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Playground
Restrooms
Trailer Sanitary Station
Viewing area
Visitor Information
PRIVATE
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Cottonwood
Volleyball Court
Horse
trailer
parking
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Public access
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Paved Road
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Gravel Road
Mountain View
Walking/biking trail
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