The BLM is hosting a National Public Lands Day event at the Salt lick Trailhead on Saturday, September 12, 2026. This trail has been in need of repairs for some time and BLM has begun undertaking improvements for visitors. Volunteers at this event can expect to help staff construct box timber stair treads with the use of power drills and hand tools for removing rock and soil and driving steel rebar. Path improvements will include removing erosion sediment on the trail path in various spots as well as minor reconstruction of the trail path. Clearing trail debris and other accumulated erosion off of the trail path with use of hand tools. Construction of drain features on switchbacks at the initial ascent of the trail. 

Work will be performed away from the trailhead. The trail is steep with varying grades of 2%-38% slopes. Good close toed footwear, sun protective clothing, gloves, backpack are recommended. Water will be available however volunteers should expect to carry water with them from the trailhead. Tools, and hearing protection will be provided. The trailhead is located approximately 6 miles east of Ten Sleep, WY and immediately north of U.S. Highway 16 across from the Ten Sleep Rock Ranch Campground.

If weather conditions present health and safety risks that are unacceptable notice will be published and if possible the event will be rescheduled. 

Salt Lick Trail - Wyoming | Bureau of Land Management