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Sinks Canyon State Park is located in west central Wyoming just south of Lander, WY. The park is situated in the Wind River Mountains on the middle fork of the Popo Agie River. The site is named after distinct geologic phenomena in which the Popo Agie river disappears into a limestone cavern and reappears a quarter mile down canyon in a placid pool filled with 8 - 12 lb. rainbow trout. The site has a variety of natural habitats which creates diversity of flora and fauna. The canyon provides a variety of recreational opportunities including nature studies, photography, camping, fishing, hiking, world class rock climbing and access to miles of mountain bike trails.
The Sinks Canyon Campground has 14 campsites. It is located between Popo Agie Falls and Sinks Canyon State Park, where the Popo Agie River disappears into the side of a mountain and then mysteriously reappears farther down the way. There is a trailhead near the falls that penetrates the Popo Agie Wilderness. There is a nearby rock climbing area on BLM lands. No trailers over 20 feet. Popo Agie is pronounced "puh-POE-zhuh." Amenities include one vault toilet, picnic tables, cook grates, and potable water.
Primitive camping with no electricity, each site has a firepit and table. There are 3 vault toilets throughout the campground Potable water is available along with firewood. All campsites and Yurts are reservable only. Call the Call Center at 1-877-996-7275 to make a reservation.
From Lander, go about 8.5 miles south on State Highway 131.
We have a special site we love, but the whole area is absolutely beautiful! Stayed here three times now, even driving out of our way to get here. Hiking trails are leisurely to strenuous, but always gorgeous! Vault toilets are usually clean, area is quite and secluded, and on the banks of the Popo Agie, rushing water is music to the ears!
It was snowy and packed. We was sliding around but we made it out safely. However, my son and grandson helped another dodge get out of the burrow pit. They got out and left. Grandsons ended up sledding. It was fun.
This place is on the side of a river with strong currents. River noise is audible. Overall, beautiful and enjoyable!!
FABULOUS VIEWS! $15 bucks.. can't go wrong. Short drive on a good road there.
Loved it! We needed a last minute place to camp as we were driving through the area. We have three large dogs and each space is far enough away that there was plenty of room for them to have long leads. Right on the river, slept like a baby with the rushing river sounds. Gorgeous!! $15/night and one pit toilet- perfect for us.
