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Shell Falls Interpretive Site
This beautiful Visitor Center is a popular stop along the Bighorn Scenic Byway. Look at Shell Falls and walk along the interpretive trail. For more in depth information about the area look at our Special Places page. Join us for guided walks Saturdays and Sundays as well as programs on paleontology, botany, and special Junior Ranger activities.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Friday through Monday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Memorial Day through mid-September |
|---|---|
| Open Season: | June |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Restrictions: | Pets must be leashed within the Visitor Center area or on the interpretive trail. |
| Closest Towns: | Shell, WY |
| Water: | No Water |
| Restroom: | Porta-potties |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Medicine Wheel Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Shell, WY, take Hwy 14 east for about 11 miles.
Activities
Day Hiking
Viewing Scenery
Interpretive Areas
Visitor Centers
Scenic Driving
Related Information
Highlights
- Motor Vehicle Use Map
- Off Road Vehicle Program
- Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Program Registration
A current AIS decal is required for all watercraft (inflatables 10 feet or less in length are exempt) prior to launching on any water in the state of Wyoming.
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