Murphy Lakes
Bedford, Wyoming
| Address: | Murphy Lakes, Wyoming 83112, USA |
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43°3'22.6"N 110°51'48.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Wyoming |
Canoe, Hike, and Swim
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Add ResourceBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Bedford, Wyoming
- Head south on Co Rd 196/
Co Rd 196S toward Strawberry Creek Rd (0.3 mi) - Turn right onto Strawberry Creek Rd (3.2 mi)
- Turn right onto US-89 N (20.4 mi)
- Turn right onto Forest Rd 10138/
Grey's River Rd (14.8 mi) - Turn right onto Forest Rd 10002/
Forest Rd 10022 (1.4 mi) - Turn left onto Forest Rd 10002 (0.8 mi)
- Turn left onto Forest Rd 10002C (351 ft)
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