Boating At Boysen Lake In Wyoming
By AA-Boats & Boating Staff Writers
Free Public Boating & Watersport Activities
Boysen Lake, nestled in central Wyoming, is a picturesque reservoir encompassed by stunning vistas and rugged landscapes. Situated near Shoshoni, this reservoir offers a serene and refreshing retreat for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
The area surrounding Boysen Lake is dotted with attractions that captivate visitors. Boysen State Park, a short distance away, boasts diverse hiking trails, abundant wildlife, and captivating views of the Wind River Canyon, providing a perfect complement to the reservoir's natural beauty.
Boating on Boysen Lake is a popular activity, with its calm waters and scenic surroundings making it an ideal destination for leisurely cruises and water-based adventures. Boaters can revel in the tranquility of the lake while soaking in the splendor of Wyoming's unspoiled landscapes.
The Boysen Lake marina offers boaters essential amenities, including boat slips, fuel stations, and supplies, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable boating experience.
Water sports enthusiasts will find a variety of options at Boysen Lake, from water skiing and tubing to jet skiing, adding excitement and thrill to their time on the water.
Boat launch ramps are strategically positioned around the lake, providing easy access for boaters to launch their vessels and explore the vast expanse of Boysen Lake.
Nearby cities like Thermopolis and Riverton offer convenient access to Boysen Lake, making it a popular destination for locals and visitors seeking respite and adventure amidst Wyoming's natural wonders.
The boating season at Boysen Lake typically extends from late spring to early fall, allowing boaters ample time to enjoy the serene waters and scenic landscapes during the warmer months.
Fishing is a highlight of Boysen Lake, known for its abundant fish populations, including walleye, trout, and crappie, providing anglers with an opportunity for a successful and rewarding fishing experience.
Camping facilities are available within Boysen State Park, offering a chance to savor the tranquility and splendor of Wyoming's wilderness while camping under the starry skies near Boysen Lake.
Boating, camping and fishing.
Come enjoy the vast boating and fishing waters of Boysen Lake, aka Boysen Reservoir, a 19,500-acre lake in the central part of Wyoming. There are over 75 miles of shoreline with eleven campgrounds scattered all around the lake. Boat launch ramps, a marina, lodging, stores and restaurants are all close at hand to enhance your stay. Access to the shore for fishing from the bank is available at all campgrounds as well as other public areas around the lake. Fishing enthusiasts will discover catfish, crappie, walleye, trout, perch and sauger in these fertile waters. For those who enjoy ice fishing, Boysen Reservoir is a prime spot as soon as the ice is safe. Although this is a large body of water, canoes, kayaks and car-topper boats are popular ways to fish this lake.
Area Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: YES
Camping
Tamarask Campground - 307 876-2796
Tough Creek Campground - 307 876-2796
Poison Creek Campground - 307 876-2796
Wind River RV Park - 307 857-3000
Ox Yoke RV Park - 775 848-2029
Boysen Reservoir Map
Fishing
Fish species found in Boysen Lake include channel catfish, black crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brown trout, yellow perch and sauger.
Click here for a WY Fishing License.
Local Contact Information
Boysen State Park Office
15 Ash St
Shoshoni, WY 82649
307 876-2796
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