The Bear River Greenway is located off Interstate 80 and Bear River Drive, on the east end of Evanston, Wyoming. The main greenway trail extends over 2 miles along the banks of the Bear River connecting Evanston’s historic downtown, along a “Ribbon of Green” east, to the Bear River State Park.

All ages and abilities can walk, jog and bike the greenway trail starting at the main entryway off Bear River Drive, at the adjacent ”Bear Meadows” river access parking lot, or by continuing into the park to the BEAR Community Center next to the historic Ice Ponds. The Ice Ponds can be seen from I-80 and are the center of year round activity including summer fishing, boating and crawdad catching and Ice Skating in the winter on the Ice Ponds that were harvested by the Union Pacific Railroad for box car refrigeration in the early 1900’s.

Continuing east along the main trail visitors can take the Debbie Smith Bridge to Hamblin City Park, the Uinta County Fairgrounds, or stop on the bridge and overlook the recently completed Bear River Rehabilitation Project that has resulted in a new White Water Park and improved fishing along the River. The main trail continues past a still water slough area that connects with interpretative nature trails and areas to view a variety of bird species and wildlife, including resident Moose and Deer.

The “Bear Tales” Fire Circle is next up along the trail with amphitheater seating for outdoor classes and community programs. The main trail then crosses the Bear River at Historic Red Bridge where more white water structures can be viewed along a stretch of river channel improvements as you look upstream to the Uinta Mountains. The trail passes under I-80 to Duncomb Hollow where you enter the Bear River State Park that offers more nature trails, picnic areas, live Elk and Buffalo exhibts and a State of Wyoming Travel and Information Center.

GREENWAY USER RULES & REGULATIONS

Hours:5:00 am – 11:00 pm

All Pets Must be Leashed

Swimming Is Not Recommended in the Ice Ponds

Life Jackets are Highly Recommended When In or Near the Ice Ponds and Bear River

Alcohol Consumption is By Permit Only

Keep Motor Vehicles Off Parkway Trails

No Hunting

Fires in Designated Areas By Permit Only

Fireworks Not Allowed

Camping By Permit Only

Ice Fishing Not Allowed on Ice Skating Areas During Winter Season

Wyoming Game, Fish and Boating Laws and Regulations Apply to the Ice Ponds and the Bear River

Catch and Release is Recommended

Group Special Use Permits are available at Evanston Parks & Recreation District Office 307-789-1770