Ocean Lake NASA / Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
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Ocean Lake is a feature of the PSMBP Riverton Unit. Fishing year-round with Wyoming State license. The reservoir is famous for its crappie and ling fishing. Fish species include trout, walleye, perch, bluegill, green sunfish, and crappie. Limited access via shoreline roads. Several boat ramps located at developed recre

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Ocean Lake

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Maybe — confirm before you go.

Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

Where it is
43.1711, -108.6442
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Camp at Ocean Lake This site has campsites you can reserve online. Check availability and book directly on Recreation.gov.
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Common questions

Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Ocean Lake — always confirm with the managing site before you go.

Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?

Maybe — Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here. Check with the managing agency before you go.

Yes Can you fish at Ocean Lake?

Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.

Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?

Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Ocean Lake. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.

Yes Can you camp at Ocean Lake?

Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.

Depends Can you have a campfire?

Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.

Yes Are there hiking trails?

Yes — hiking is one of the listed activities at Ocean Lake.

Depends Is hunting allowed?

Yes — hunting is permitted here in season, with the required state license and tags. Check seasons and unit rules.

Depends Is there winter recreation?

Yes — snow and winter activities are available seasonally. Check conditions and closures before you head out.

Yes Can you bring a dog?

Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.

Nearby sites

Bureau of Reclamation

Pilot Butte Reservoir

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Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

BoatingCampingFishing
WY · Fee unknown
Bureau of Reclamation

Lake Cameahwait

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Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

BoatingCampingFishing
WY · Fee unknown
Bureau of Land Management

National Bighorn Sheep Interpretive Center and Whiskey Mount

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This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

Interpretive ProgramsWildlife Viewing
WY · Fee unknown
Boysen Reservoir Charles Willgren from Fort Collins, Colorado, United States / CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation

Boysen Reservoir

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Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

BoatingCampingFishing
WY · Fee unknown