Rock Climbing Guidebooks and Finding WiFi
Guidebooks –
Ten Sleep Canyon Climbing – Written by Louie Anderson (available by mail and in person at the Rock Ranch)
Ten Sleep Online Guidebook – Written by Mike Snyder (available on Rakkup)
WiFi –
The Rock Ranch has fiber optic wireless internet. If you are not camping at the Rock Ranch feel free to make a Day Use contribution to one of the blue boxes for the use of the facilities (water, restrooms, WiFi). In town Dirty Sally’s, Ten Sleep Brewery, Saloon, Sleepy Coyote, Daily Bread, and Library have WiFi as well. If you are able make a purchase to contribute to your use, and leave the closest parking spots for mobility challenged customers. Locals notice and appreciate those that leave these spots available. If you need a private or quiet space (with excellent internet signal) the Washakie County Library in Worland is great for this.
Local Resources
Parking – In the canyon park at designated pullouts only, head in, NOT parallel. In town be mindful of business entrances, and when possible leave the closest spots accessible for the mobility challenged.
Trash Disposal – Several dumpsters are available at the Rock Ranch and the Ten Sleep Brewery allows public waste. Regular sized bags only. Never use a private trash can in town or business dumpster that does not allow public waste. Do not leave large items, like tents, canopies, or chairs. When all else fails, pack it home or visit the Ten Sleep Solid Waste Transfer Station.
Restrooms – Toilets are available at the Rock Ranch. Portable toilets are available on Old Road 16 (USFS 18) during the months of July through September. They are funded by the local Bighorn Climbers’ Coalition (follow the link if you’d like to contribute to the annual installment and increase of toilets). Pack out human solid waste from the National Forest lands by using Leave No Trace methods.
Showers – Paid showers are available at the Rock Ranch, Ten Sleep Brewery, and Ten Sleep RV Park. Never shower in the town Splash Pad, or the town park public restrooms. Avoid bathing or washing anything in the Ten Sleep Creek, even with environmentally safe products.
Respect established trails and road closures, especially early and late in the climbing season and anytime heavy precipitation falls. If roads are too muddy/snowy you can damage them and cause closures. You may also get stuck in the clay, without cell service or support.
Old Road 16 opens mid June to mid November for vehicles. High Park Road (USFS 429 to Crag 6) is not recommended after heavy rainfall and may be closed by the Forest Service.
Be mindful of locals and other visiting outdoor users. Liberty park in town is accessible to the public, as well as the local library. Consider the families and folks visiting alongside you. When possible give back to the local resources you use by being a patron of the town’s businesses.
Local Businesses
Ten Sleep –
Bighorn Bar, bar, billiard table, dart board
Daily Bread, breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Dirty Sally’s, general food & produce, ice cream & coffee, souvenirs, some camping/hiking/fishing items
Pony Express, gas, snacks, maps, some vehicle supplies
Sleepy Coyote, burgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, bar, vegetarian options
Ten Sleep Brewing Company, brewery, snack foods, weekend summer musical entertainment
Ten Sleep Library, wifi, book checkout
Ten Sleep Saloon, restaurant, bar, billiard table
Worland –
Blair’s, commercial grocery store
Carquest, Napa, O’Reilly and various repair shops
Cloud Peak Chiropractic & Wellness, DC
Cloud Peak Veterinarian, best regional pet vet
Pit Stop Travel Center, alcohol and light groceries
Worland Library, quiet rooms and wifi
Vision, Dental, Urgent Care, and Hospital Google your options or email us for recommendations
Other Lodging and Camping Options
Camping & Cabins, Bighorn National Forest rentals and dispersed
Carter Inn, Ten Sleep, hotel rooms with wifi
Hideyhole RV, Ten Sleep, hook ups for electricity, water, and sewer
Air BnB Rentals, in and near Ten Sleep
Ten Sleep RV Park, Ten Sleep, cabins, RV hook ups for electricity, water, and sewer, horse hotel, propane refill, showers, laundry
Ten Sleep Brewery, for dry camping, vehicles, and trailers
Local/Regional Activities
Ten Sleep –
Castle Gardens, picnic and walking area
Norwoodstock Festival, three days of music, food, and crafts
Pioneer Museum, open seasonally, call (307) 366-2759
Rodeo & Parade, 3 days over the Independence Day holiday
Salt Lick Trial, BLM hiking trail 1.5 mile loop across from the Rock Ranch
Ten Sleep Climbers’ Festival, 3 days of activities and an evening of music
Ten Sleep Fish Hatchery, state site and self led tour during open hours
Ten Sleep Recreation for summer splash pad and movies in the park info
Wigwam Fish Hatchery, state site and self led tour during open hours
Wyoming Singer-Songwriter Competition, 2 days of state wide musical talent
Regional –
Big Trails Off-Road UTV Rentals side by side rentals
Bighorn National Forest offers hiking, backpacking, trails, lakes, fishing, and more. Also see Cloud Peak Wilderness as well for more information
Thermopolis Wyoming, hot springs free and paid, dinosaur museum, petroglyphs, Wind River Canyon, fishing, rafting, dining, and much more
Lodges of the Bighorns offers cabins, horseback riding, ATV rentals, restaurants, guides, and venues
Medicine Lodge Archeological site, state campground, learning center, and petroglyphs
Washakie Museum, Worland, dinosaur and early man
Wyoming Outdoor Recreation, information and maps about all the types of activities on state land
Outdoor Advocacy
Bighorn Climbers’ Coalition – The number one supporter of local climbing, bolt replacement, and access to portable toilets on the Old Road
Access Fund – Annual festival sponsor, building sustainable climbing areas (Back 40 wall and Downpour Wall projects), advocating for our public lands and providing specialized support for the Forest Service climbing management plan.
Leave No Trace – “Using the power of science, education and stewardship, Leave No Trace is on a mission to ensure a sustainable future for the outdoors and the planet.