Castle Shelter
Castle Shelter is a day-use picnic facility, not an overnight campground. The shelter is available for group reservations from May 1 through September 30 at $66 per day plus applicable day-use fees. Overnight camping is not permitted at this location.
Red Flag Warning issued June 11 at 1:00PM MDT until June 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY THROUGH 8PM FRIDAY... * WIND...On Thursday, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Thursday night, variable in the evening, becoming south around midnight with localized gusts up to 40 mph possible through Friday morning. On Friday, south winds becoming west at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY...On Thursday, between 10 and 20 percent. Thursday night, humidity recoveries to between 40 and 65 percent. On Friday, between 6 and 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
About
Castle Shelter stands as the largest and most elaborate picnic shelter in Guernsey State Park, built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the mid-1930s as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's conservation and employment programs. The impressive log and stone structure is considered one of the finest examples of CCC rustic architecture in Wyoming. The shelter features a giant fireplace and winding steps that lead visitors to an observation area providing spectacular panoramic views of the park and surrounding landscape. The arch on the west end of the structure perfectly frames a scenic view of Laramie Peak. This is a day-use facility designed for group picnicking, not overnight camping. The shelter may be reserved from May 1 through September 30, up to 4 months in advance. Reservations can be made online or by calling the Wyoming State Parks Reservation Call Center. Overnight camping is available elsewhere in the park at various campgrounds including Sandy Beach, Sandy Point, Lower Spotted Tail, and Skyline.
Directions
From Ten Sleep, drive west on Old 10 Sleep Highway for 3 miles, turn left on 2 Mile Hill Road and continue south for approximately 4.5 miles. Veer right onto Castle Gardens Road and proceed southwest for 1 mile to reach the parking area.
Location
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $66 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 836-2334 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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