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See a trifecta of Sweetwater County’s most impressive sights in less than a day. From the abundant wildlife of Seedskadee to the majestic dunes of Killpecker to the ancient petroglyphs of White Mountain, it’s a stunning geographic and historic tour you won’t find anywhere else. #1 SEEDSKADEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Adjacent to the Green River, the Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge is a haven for wildlife. Go hunting, fishing or just enjoy a picnic by the river. Make a stop by the Visitor’s and Environmental Education Center to view exhibits, join a class or take a tour. #2 KILLPECKER SAND DUNES Next, stop at the Killpecker Sand Dunes. View rock formations from afar or try to spot wildlife including wild horses and rare desert elk. Spend extra time exploring the sand dunes by hiking to Table Mountain, Black Rock or the Leucite Hills. #3 WHITE MOUNTAIN PETROGLYPHS White Mountain is part of the Green River Formation which was formed by Lake Gosiute more than 30 million years ago. Discover sandstone etchings from Native Americans who inhabited the area hundreds of years ago by following the 1/4-mile trail to the petroglyphs. Distance: 130 miles (recommended for AWD vehicles) Route: From Green River, take I-80 to the WY-372 exit and head to the Seedskadee Wildlife Refuge. Go north on WY-372, right on WY-28, and then right on US-191. Turn left at CR 4-18 (at the sign that reads Petroglyphs, Sand Dunes, Boar’s Tusk), then left at CR 4-17, and drive about 14 miles on the dirt road until you reach the White Mountain Petroglyphs sign. Turn left onto the rougher dirt road and drive about 2 miles until you reach the BLM parking lot. From here, you’re on foot for 1/4 mile on a packed foot trail to the petroglyphs.
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