Boysen Reservoir
Boysen Reservoir in western Wyoming is a large impoundment on the Wind River, offering recreational activities like boating, fishing, and camping. Located near Riverton, it's a hub for water sports and dam tours.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Western United States |
| Subregion | Rocky Mountain States |
| Country | United States |
| State | Wyoming |
| County | Fremont County |
| District | Wind River Basin |
| City | Boysen Reservoir |
| Postal Code | 82520 |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 43.8103 |
| Longitude | -108.7788 |
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7:14 PM LOCAL TIMEBoysen Reservoir is an 8.7-square-kilometer man-made lake on the Wind River, about 10 miles northeast of Riverton, Wyoming. Formed by the Boysen Dam, an earthen hydroelectric facility completed in the 1950s, the reservoir backs up within a scenic canyon carved through basalt and sedimentary layers. The area is characterized by open water surrounded by semiarid plains, juniper and ponderosa pine uplands, and seasonal wildlife migrations. Popular with anglers for rainbow trout, cutthroat, and other native species, the reservoir also supports non-motorized and motorized boating, waterskiing, and shoreline camping—facilities range from developed campgrounds to dispersed access points. Visitor services and boat launches are accessible near the dam, with additional fishing and trail options along the surrounding valley and upland areas. The reservoir provides important water storage, flood control, and hydroelectric generation, linking regional water management with local recreation.
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