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 Expedition Island Park - Green River, WY Posted by:  DougK
N 41° 31.372 W 109° 28.226
12T E 627618 N 4597932
Expedition Island Park is a 7.1 acre community park in Green River, Wyoming. Historically, it was the launch point for John Wesley Powell's expeditions in 1869 and 1871.
Waymark Code: WMDDNP
Location: Wyoming, United States
Date Posted: 12/30/2011
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Expedition Island Park is a 7.1 acre community park in Green River, Wyoming. The park acquired its named from being the starting point for the John Wesley Powell explorations of the Green, Colorado and Grand Rivers; the first in 1869, the second in 1871. Because of these historic launches the island has been designated a National Registered Historic Place.
A small car bridge takes one to a parking area on the island. There is a nice lighted walking path along the perimeter of the island that has many signs of history located along the path. In the center of the island is a large open grassy meadow. There are picnic areas and benches to sit and enjoy the river views. A pedestrian bridge can be used to access the far side of the river from the car entrance. The famed Castle Rock above Green River can be seen from the park.
The river around the island is used to host kayak competitions. There are man-made rapids off the island for kayakers to play in. To the north of the park and river is Evers Park and Spray Playground.
From the park website:
A great family gathering spot, Expedition Island Park has a play area and numerous other recreational opportunities. The playground was recently completed in 2008 with modern equipment. This park also has multiple picnic areas and grills, a large open space for relaxation and games, access to the Greenbelt Pathway, and an interpretive nature trail. This park is in a central location near Evers Park and Riverside Memorial Park.
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| Castle Rock across the Green River
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Pedestrian Bridge to Expedition Island
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Castle Rock from Expedition Island
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| Auto Bridge to Parking
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Expedition Island Meadows
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East Picnic Area
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| NRHP Monument and Plaque
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Powell Colorado River Expedition Marker
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Maestro, Off-shore sculpture
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| John Wesley Powell Sign
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Kolb Brothers Sign
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Nathaniel Galloway Sign
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Name: Expedition Island Park
Street Location: 425 South 2nd E Street
Local Municipality: Green River
State/Province, etc.: Wyoming
Country: USA
Web Site: [Web Link]
Memorial/Commemoration: Launch point for John Wesley Powell expeditions in 1869 & 1871
Date Established: 1968 (?)
Picnic Facilities: 4 Picnic Shelters, 3 Barbecue grills
Recreational Facilities:
Kayaking
Greenbelt Pathway Access
Nature Trails
Open field/Play area
Historical interest walk
Jogging Path
Monuments/Statues: History Walk
Art (murals/sculpture, etc.): The NRHP sculpture
Ponds/Lakes/Streams/Rivers/Beach: Surrounded by Green River
Special Events: Kayak Competitions, Art on the Green, the River Festival, and Flaming Gorge Days
Traditional Geocaches:
GC1A2DW - Momma's Medicine
Fountains: Not listed
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