Wheatland Reservoir No. 3/Post Lake Access - WGF

The dry Wyoming breeze carries a crisp edge here at Wheatland Reservoir Number 3, where the wide-open sky meets the shimmering surface of Post Lake. Early mornings invite the quiet lapping of water against the shore, broken only by the soft plop of a lure or the distant call of waterfowl. This calm rarely lasts past mid-morning, as the notorious winds sweep in around 11:00 am, ruffling the water and bending the sparse trees that dot the shoreline. The vastness of the lake offers a sense of spaciousness that campers and anglers alike find hard to leave behind.

Anglers spread along the banks chase the glint of 20-inch rainbow trout, using a mix of baits and lures that have proven effective in these waters. The lake’s fluctuating size, reduced recently due to water being let out, reshapes the shoreline and sometimes challenges boaters to keep steady against gusts. A single boat ramp serves those eager to push off into the breeze, though the absence of docks means boats must be launched and retrieved carefully. Families often stake out spots along the shore, with outhouse-style restrooms scattered at intervals, offering basic relief amid the wild surroundings. Livestock occasionally wander near the campsites, adding an earthy note to the rustic experience.

Campers find roomy sites that accommodate RVs comfortably, though those arriving on holiday weekends might notice a busier scene with fewer open spots. The wind, a constant companion here, can be both a blessing and a challenge—cooling on hot days but cutting sharply when it picks up in the afternoon. Showers and hookups are absent, emphasizing a straightforward, back-to-basics camping style. The absence of elaborate facilities lets the lake and its natural rhythms take center stage, from the quiet dawn fishing to the wind-swept afternoons spent exploring the shoreline or simply watching the water shimmer under shifting clouds.

As evening settles, the wind often calms, leaving behind a stillness that wraps the lake in a peaceful hush. Campfires crackle and stories unfold beneath a sprawling sky, drawing visitors back season after season. It’s the rhythm of the lake—the early calm, the midday gusts, the quiet return of dusk—that keeps this spot alive in the memories of those who come to fish, camp, and breathe in Wyoming’s rugged openness.