Casper Sports and Recreation
Casper's location in central Wyoming puts it squarely in the middle of one of the country's most picturesque states. With its rolling hills, rocky terrain, open spaces and rivers and lakes, there is always something fun to see and do in the way of sports and recreation. Sure, there are plenty of people who love to watch the action, but in Casper, you're really missing out by not getting in the game in one way or another!
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Pro Sports
The
Wyoming Cavalry is a professional football team that is a part of the Indoor Football League. The sports team hits the gridiron and plays their home games at the Casper Events Center. While the team has advanced in the playoffs and lost some pivotal games, it has had a decent run of success. The fan support is steady and home games are always fun as they feature theme nights and special promotions for attendees.
Address: 123 South Beech, Casper, WY 82601 - MAP
Phone: (307) 232-8170
Web: www.wyomingcavalry.com
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Hiking, Biking & Trails
Garden Creek Falls is a 2.5 mile out and back trail located near Casper. One of the highlights of this recreation trail is a waterfall and its difficulty level is rated as moderate. This trail is used primarily for hiking.
Address: Casper, WY - MAP
The
Muddy Mountain Trail is a 2.5 mile loop trail near Casper. This popular recreation trail is good for all skill levels and is primarily used for hiking.
Address: Casper, WY - MAP
Web: www.blm.gov
The
National Historic Trails Interpretive Center preserves the history of some of the area's most significant trails. It was these rough passageways that played a vital role in the development of the United States mail system and, in turn, the economic progression of the whole country. The center tells the stories, but you can actually walk on a marked trail just outside the facility.
Address: 1501 North Poplar Street, Casper, WY 82601 - MAP
Phone: (307) 261-7700
Web: www.wy.blm.gov
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Watersports
Take the plunge with the whole family to enjoy water recreation at the
Casper Family Aquatic Center. This is a great way for the the kids (and mom and dad) to get some great exercise while making a big splash! The hours for the pool are seasonal so please check the website before you go.
Address: 1803 East 4th Street, Casper, WY 82601 - MAP
Phone: (307) 235-8343
Web: www.casperwy.gov
The
Pathfinder Reservoir is situated on the North Platte River between Casper and Rawlins. It sits 47 miles southwest of Casper. The reservoir is part of the Pathfinder National Wildlife Refuge. It is a favorite destination for family fun and water recreation like swimming, fishing and water skiing during the summer months.
Address: Casper, WY - MAP
Web: www.natrona.net
The
North Platte River runs through Casper. More specifically, the banks of the river are approximately 47 miles southwest of Casper. From the center of the city, the drive is a little less than an hour and once you're there, you can enjoy water recreation like fishing and swimming or just relaxing on the shores of this popular destination.
Address: Casper, WY - MAP
Web: www.northplatteriver.com
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Plenty Of Thrills
With the incredible variety of rock formations and rustic scenery in Casper, it makes perfect sense to want to scale one of these natural structures. Let the professionals at
The Peak assist you in your rock climbing recreation adventure with the proper guidance and equipment.
Address: 410 North Beverly Street, Casper, WY 82609 - MAP
Phone: (307) 472-4084
Wyoming's big blue sky is the limit when you go on an adventure of the highest order. The professionals at
Casper Skydiving can make your extreme sports experience as unforgettable as possible. Choose from such adrenaline-pumping options as tandem skydiving, an accelerated free fall and a video/photo package that will allow you to relive every minute of the excitement.
Phone: (800) 791-5867
Web: www.1-800-skyride.com
At
Old Town Family Fun, there's something that's guaranteed to put a smile on your face! Take a climb on the rock wall, play in their impressive amusement arcade and putt to your heart's content with a round of miniature golf. This is where the whole family (including mom and dad) will have some good clean fun!
Address: 123 West E Street, Casper, WY 82601 - MAP
Phone: (307) 266-4653
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Leisure
Cast your line in the
North Platte River and chances are, you'll be reeling in an impressive catch in no time! This highly popular fishing spot is noted on the "America's 100 Best Trout Streams" list and in addition to excellent fishing, it offers great views of the area, as well.
Address: Casper, WY - MAP
Web: www.northplatteriver.com
You'll love knocking down the pins at Casper's
Sunrise Lanes bowling center. This great bowling facility is proudly smoke-free and is the perfect place for the whole family to enjoy. The facility accommodates leagues, hosts parties and offers youth programs. There are special events planned all year, but one of the most popular is "glow in the dark" bowling. Check the website for dates and details.
Address: 4370 South Poplar Street, Casper, WY 82601 - MAP
Phone: (307) 234-9141
Web: www.bowlsunriselanes.com