Wildlife watchers may see mule deer, moose, elk, pronghorn, coyotes, golden and bald eagles, and a variety of other birds in this land of sagebrush, grass, and scattered aspen groves, willow thickets, and pine-fir stands. Wildflowers bloom seasonally. In whatever season you visit, come prepared. Temperatures range from the 90s F in the summer to sub-freezing in the winter. Precipitation averages only 9 inches per year, and more than half falls as snow.
Strong winds are common.
Picnic Area - A picnic area, located in an aspen grove, has tables, fire grills, restrooms, and drinking water. Nearby Visitor Services - The town of Kemmerer, located 10 miles east of the park, has lodging, a campground, restaurants, grocery stores, and gasoline stations. Camping is not permitted in the Monument. Primitive camping is permitted on surrounding Bureau of Land Management land where caution should be used with campfires. No potable water is available.