About Cow Creek Trailhead
Great access for elk hunters. It is located in the Laramie Peak area in the southern portion of the North Laramie Rangeand is managed by the Douglas Ranger District.
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Cow Creek Trailhead
Wheatland, Wyoming · Platte County · Facility
Great access for elk hunters. It is located in the Laramie Peak area in the southern portion of the North Laramie Rangeand is managed by the Douglas Ranger District.
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Weather at Cow Creek Trailhead
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
75°/54°
💧 6%🌬 23mph
↑ 5:27 AM ↓ 8:27 PM
Sun
Clear
76°/50°
🌬 30mph
↑ 5:27 AM ↓ 8:28 PM
Mon
Light Drizzle
80°/49°
💧 19%🌬 28mph
↑ 5:26 AM ↓ 8:29 PM
Tue
Drizzle
85°/50°
💧 19%🌬 24mph
↑ 5:26 AM ↓ 8:29 PM
Wed
Rain Showers
74°/50°
💧 17%🌬 22mph
↑ 5:26 AM ↓ 8:30 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Cow Creek Trailhead
Heading to Cow Creek Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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