Three Patches Picnic Area

Facility · Wyoming ·

Managed by the Bureau of Land Management

3 Patches Picnic Area (Picnic Area) · Open Access

8,380 ft
Elevation
Received on a Recreation and Public Purposes lease in 1964, Three Patches is among the longest running developed sites in the area. This picnic area has been a family favorite to visit for more than 50 years. All of the trees in this area were planted initially in 1965 by local boy scouts. Paved pathways provide safe access. Each small group site offers a picnic table and the option of either a standing grill or an in-ground fire ring. Large group sites with fire rings are also available for larger gatherings. This is a fee-free site. This site is ADA accessible.

Getting there

Travelling south from Rock Springs on State Highway 430, turn west onto County Road 4-27 and follow for 6.5 miles. Staying left (east) for 5 miles, turn north onto BLM Road 4401 and continue for .75 miles to the picnic area.

41.42218, -109.12491 · 41°25'19.8"N 109°7'29.7"W

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Typical weather

Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 33°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F353849576779868475614533
Low °F121523303745535141312112
Precip in0.50.40.61.11.90.80.90.91.21.00.70.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 12.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

fee-free

Stay limit: day use

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Common questions about Three Patches Picnic Area

Can you reserve a site at Three Patches Picnic Area?
No. Three Patches Picnic Area is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
How long can you stay at Three Patches Picnic Area?
day use

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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