Keyhole State Park
353 McKean Rd. 12 miles east of Moorcroft (307) 756-3596

History
The magnetism of names like “Sundance” and “Devils Tower” draw the traveler to this spacious park. The area was reserved by treaty for the Sioux tribes until the great Black Hills gold rush in 1874. Conflicts with Native Americans grew during this time, and the Sioux lost control of the lands.

Keyhole State Park was named for the “Keyhole” livestock brand that was used by two brothers by the name of McKean. They had established a ranch in the area.

Keyhole Dam, an earthfill structure, was completed by the Bureau of Reclamation in 1952.

Facts & Figures
The Keyhole area centers on the reservoir, approximately 14,720 acres of water recreation opportunity.

The elevation at Keyhole is about 4,100 feet. The four seasons are comparatively mild with glorious weather from spring through fall, and some of the finest ice fishing in the state during the winter months.

Attractions
Keyhole State Park is located on the western edge of the famed Black Hills, between Sundance and Moorcroft, and is easily accessed off 1-90 at exit 165, or take exit 153 or 154 in Moorcroft, then Hwy 14 north 6 miles, then take Hwy 113. Within sight of Devils Tower, Keyhole State Park is situated along the south east shore of Keyhole Reservoir and offers excellent fishing for walleye, catfish, small mouth bass, and northern pike.

Keyhole is a mecca for both resident and migrating birds of all species. Visitors have the opportunity to view many types of wildlife including white tailed deer and wild turkeys. A marina, motel and cafe are located on Headquarters Road, adjacent to the lakeshore.

Birds, Birds, Birds
Approximately 225 species of birds can be observed at Keyhole or within a mile of park boundaries. During the summer the most abundant species include the White Pelican, Osprey, Common Yellowthroat and Savannah Sparrow. Birds migrate from the area during the winter.

Winter birds that are commonly observed at the park include Bald Eagles, Red and White-Breasted Nuthatches and Red Crossbills.

Excerpted from Wyoming State Parks Brochure