Devil's Gate Interpretive Site | Wyoming
This remarkable cleft in the east end of the Sweetwater Rocks drew diary comments from many pioneers. Many walked and waded in the Sweetwater River through the gorge while their wagons followed the trail through the pass to the east, a route now followed by an access road to the historic Sun Ranch. A BLM interpretive site is located just south of the Gate giving details of the long and colorful history of the area. The hard-surfaced interpretive trail is ADA accessible. There are restrooms and trash collection.
Accessibility Description (ABA/ADA)
This site has limited cell phone reception, no potable water, and no picnic tables.
The site is about 0.25 miles off Highway 220. It has a large, paved parking lot, with a concrete sidewalk leading from the parking area to a double vault toilet.
There are 2 bear-resistant trash cans next to the toilet, sitting off the sidewalk on grassy, uneven terrain, and 2 others on pavement in the parking area. These trash cans have latches that may be challenging to use for visitors with limited dexterity.
The parking lot leads to a paved loop trail, which is 0.3 miles long, 6 feet wide, and has angled interpretive signs viewable from a sitting position. The signs provide details about the history of the trail and the surrounding area. There are no benches along the trail.
Cracks in the surface of the parking area and the trail, although partially filled with tar, create uneven spots that may be challenging for some visitors, depending on their mobility device and the current condition of the cracks.
Descriptions and photos uploaded November 2026. Please note that actual on-the-ground conditions may vary due to natural events (e.g., weather, wildfires, erosion), normal wear and tear, or site improvements.
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From Casper, take Highway 220 south approximately 60 miles and turn north on Martins Cove Rd, following highway signs. From Rawlins travel north on US Highway 287 for 44 miles, merge onto Highway 220 and travel another 12 miles, turn north on Martins Cove Rd, following highway signs.
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No fees.