Pilot Butte Reservoir

Overview

Pilot Butte Reservoir is managed by Bureau of Reclamation and is located near Kinnear, Wyoming. Pilot Butte Dam and Reservoir are part of the Riverton Unit of the Pick-Sloan Missouri Basin Program. The dam is 10 miles below the Wind River Diversion Dam and was completed in 1926. Fishing year-round with Wyoming State license. Fish species include trout, ling, and crappie. Limited shoreline access via roads. Approximately 1,000 surface acres. Available services include picnic/camping shelters, restroom, and boat ramp. No drinking water. Other activities include swimming, hiking, and watchable wildlife.

Things to Do at Pilot Butte Reservoir

Recreation Activities

Popular activities at Pilot Butte Reservoir include:

Nearby Activities

Boating
Camping
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Hunting
Picnicking
Water Sports
Wildlife Viewing
Winter Sports

Plan Your Visit

Getting There

Located 25 miles west of Riverton, on U.S. 26.

GPS Coordinates: 43.20210000000000, -108.75586000000000

Contact & Resources

Phone: 307-856-3007

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Additional Information

Pilot Butte Reservoir

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