Wyoming whitewater - Wind River, Fremont Hot Springs County

Fremont Hot Springs county, Boysen Dam to canyon mouth section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-III     12 miles
  The wonderful Wyoming scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Wind River attract people from near and far. The Boysen Dam to canyon mouth stretch of Wind River is 12 miles long and has been rated as a class I-III section by American Whitewater. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Wyoming tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners.
    Wind River doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the Boysen Dam to canyon mouth stretch is the only one. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your camping stuff. The campgrounds here at Wind River are pretty good.

Briefly about the general area:
Going for a hike along the Johnson Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this area, and a brilliant place to check out is Teeter Canyon. For the duration of the warm months at Wind River highs are usually in the 80's. Through the moonlight hours it's generally in the 50's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 30's; during the dark hours in the wintertime at Wind River temperatures sink to the 0's.
Wind River is a location that is relatively waterless generally; May is when you get the most rain here; the driest of the months is February. Interesting geology is available here; Windy Point is in the neighborhood of Wind River.
 

Wind River, Boysen Dam to canyon mouth road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-III
Length: 12 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.41669
Longitude: -108.1774

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.5824
Longitude: -108.213

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Current weather conditions at Wind River, Wyoming
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Local climate location: THERMOPOLIS 7 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Thermopolis, Thermopolis
7 miles away
* An inviting lobby area with marble floor and a fireplace to warm you on these cold wintery nights. * Large vehicle parking for RVs and trucks. * We have 2 rooms specially designed for the di...

Days Inn Thermopolis, Thermopolis
8 miles away
Located in Hot Springs State Park. The Safari Club Restaurant and Lounge Contain Over 100 Big Game Trophies and Photographs. Athletic Club and Spa has the Hot Mineral Water Piped in from the Spring. A...

Best Western The Plaza Hotel, Thermopolis
8 miles away
100% non-smoking facility. Come, relax and enjoy the Best Western Plaza Hotel located in Hot Springs State Park, Thermopolis, Wyoming. This historic landmark originally opened its doors in 1918 to pr...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Wind River.
 Ski Areas Near Wind River:
Big Horn, Wyoming , 75 miles away, 800 vertical feet
Antelope Butte, Wyoming , 92 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Wind River:
Super 8 Thermopolis, Thermopolis , 7 miles away
Days Inn Thermopolis, Thermopolis , 8 miles away
Best Western The Plaza Hotel, Thermopolis , 8 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites, Riverton , 26 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Riverton, Riverton , 27 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Wind River:
Latch String Campground, Thermopolis, 6 miles away
Fountain Of Youth RV Park, Thermopolis, 6 miles away
Grandview Campgrounds, Thermopolis, 7 miles away
 Trails Near Wind River:
Johnson Trail, Fremont County , 5 miles away

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