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CHEYENNE — Wyoming State Parks is excited to announce that the 14th annual First Day Hikes event, held on Jan. 1, 2025, was a tremendous success. Eight hundred eighty-seven outdoor enthusiasts …
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CHEYENNE — Wyoming State Parks is excited to announce that the 14th annual First Day Hikes event, held on Jan. 1, 2025, was a tremendous success. Eight hundred eighty-seven outdoor enthusiasts across the state celebrated the new year by participating in guided hikes at 18 state parks and historic sites, covering 1,222 miles.
“We are thrilled to have so many people join us to kick off the New Year in such a meaningful way,” said Laurel Stephens, communications and marketing manager for Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources. “The First Day Hikes event offered a perfect opportunity for individuals and families to start the year in a healthy and positive manner, surrounded by community and the natural beauty that Wyoming offers year-round.”
Participant feedback was overwhelmingly positive. The event showcased Wyoming's parks and historic sites, emphasizing the importance of outdoor activities for overall health and well-being. To encourage participants to reap these benefits throughout the year, hikers were able to enter a drawing for a 2025 Wyoming State Parks Annual Day Use Pass at each location and a statewide hiking-themed grand prize – this initiative aims to foster a deeper connection to nature and promote a healthy lifestyle.
As part of a nationwide initiative by America's State Parks, First Day Hikes encourages individuals of all ages and abilities to enjoy the outdoors, promoting physical activity and mental health. Across the country, 68,890 participants joined in free guided hikes in all 50 states, taking advantage of the crisp winter air and hiking 171,756 miles.
There were 33 people who showed up for the first day walk at Buffalo Bill State Park. By far the most people, 202, showed up to Curt Gowdy State Park.
Wyoming State Parks looks forward to continuing this tradition, encouraging everyone to prioritize outdoor recreation and to explore our state's incredible natural and cultural resources throughout the upcoming year.
For more information about upcoming events and activities at Wyoming State Parks, visit wyoparks.wyo.gov.
