Will the gates open again?

Hell’s Half Acre, an area west of Casper known for its geologic landmarks, could see long-shut gates open to the public once more.

A committee composed of the Natrona County Parks and Rec- reation Department, Visit Casper and subcommittee members of the Natrona County Outdoor Rec Collaborative wants to reopen the Hell’s Half Acre trailhead and restore the interior for tourists. It estimates that the project will cost about $200,000.

The money will come from grants, the committee stated. They plan to apply for funding starting in October, though a “desired completion date will be reevaluated in...