From time to time, short sections of the trails are temporarily closed due to construction activities or other reasons. Trail closures may be necessary while we rehabilitate deteriorated sections, or when the city or state make repairs to roads, bridges, culverts, or utilities near the trails.
Please take a look at the information below for updates on closures and suggested alternate routes.
Please take a look at the information below for updates on closures and suggested alternate routes.
Rail Trail Construction East of Casper
Trail users, please be aware that construction is underway on the Rail Trail east of Casper, near the installation of the new Gambler Road in Evansville.
The construction has resulted in a temporary trail closure near Elkhorn Creek, just before the new Mystery Bridge Road, as well as a closure of the right lane of Glenrock Highway.
We do not yet have an estimated reopening date. Please do not attempt to navigate around the closure or enter the roadway. Currently, there is no recommended detour, and your safety is our top priority. We’ll share updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience while this work is underway!
The construction has resulted in a temporary trail closure near Elkhorn Creek, just before the new Mystery Bridge Road, as well as a closure of the right lane of Glenrock Highway.
We do not yet have an estimated reopening date. Please do not attempt to navigate around the closure or enter the roadway. Currently, there is no recommended detour, and your safety is our top priority. We’ll share updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience while this work is underway!
🚧Platte River Trail Detour Begins During Poplar Street Bridge Construction🚧
Exciting improvements are coming to Casper's trail system! Construction of the new Poplar Street Pedestrian Bridge is now underway, and a section of the Platte River Trail between the Oil Derrick and 1st Street will be closed through early December.
While the temporary closure may require a short detour, the end result will be well worth it. The new bridge will provide a safe, dedicated connection for pedestrians and cyclists across the river, eliminating the need to navigate the busy Poplar Street and 1st Street intersection.
While the temporary closure may require a short detour, the end result will be well worth it. The new bridge will provide a safe, dedicated connection for pedestrians and cyclists across the river, eliminating the need to navigate the busy Poplar Street and 1st Street intersection.
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Trail Detour Route (eastbound):
✅ Cross the Newell B. Sargent Bridge south of the Pumphouse ✅ Follow the Platte River Commons Trail east to the intersection of King Blvd/Midwest Ave and Poplar ✅ Cross Poplar St at the marked crosswalk ✅ Continue east in the Casper Rail Trail bike lanes along Midwest Ave to Walnut St ✅ Turn north on Walnut St to the First St underpass ✅ Rejoin the Platte River Trail and continue east |
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Thank you for your patience as this important project moves forward. We look forward to the safer, more connected trail experience the new Poplar Street Pedestrian Bridge will provide for our community for years to come!
