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WYOMING’S WIND RIVER COUNTRY

Wyoming’s best adventure starts in Wind River Country.

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Bighorn sheep rut on Whiskey Mountain.

Bighorn sheep rut on Whiskey Mountain. Photo: Bill Sincavage

Mountain biking

Wind River Country has all kinds of mountain biking trails. Photo: Jared Steinman

Dusk in the Wind River Range. Photo: Journal of Lost Time

Eagle Spirit Singers and Dancers

Eagle Spirit Singers and Dancers. Photo: Wyoming Office of Tourism

Ice Climbing in Dubois. Photo: Jared Steinman

Fishing at Lonesome Lake. Photo: Cinthia Hayford

Pioneer Days Rodeo. Photo: Matthew Spaulding

Wind River Range

The Wind River Range from the valley. Photo: Wyoming Office of Tourism

Snowmobiling at Togwotee Pass. Photo: Jeff Shanor

Wyoming’s Wind River Country

Plan to visit Dubois, Hudson, Lander, Riverton, Shoshoni and the Wind River Indian Reservation.

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Events in Wind River Country

From outdoor adventures, to Native American powwows, there’s always something happening in Wyoming’s Wind River Country.

To submit an event, email community@windriver.org.

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Laurie Gardner Memorial Sorting

June 22

Tue 24

Community Summer Tennis

June 24 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am

Tue 24

Lander Library’s Book Nook

June 24 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

All Events

NOTES FROM THE FIELD BLOG

Visit, or enjoy even a single hike in Wind River Country and you’ll understand why it’s such a great gift to live here. Hiking plays a part in about everything Shelli Johnson does. Read about her favorite hikes.

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We love going beyond the screen when it’s time to plan a trip. There’s such nostalgia in the simple act of spreading out a travel booklet across the kitchen table and letting your imagination run wild while you plan what’s to come. Start Planning

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Go Beyond Yellowstone and find Room to Breathe. Experience the best of Wyoming in Wind River Country #WindRiverCountry

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Yellowstone National Park may be the destination, but Wind River Country is the hidden gem next door. Experience rugged landscapes, Native American heritage and the spirit of the West, far from the crowds, deep in the heart of Wyoming.

Learn 10 extra reasons to go beyond Yellowstone to Wind River Country in our bio.

Photos: Wind River Country/Suite 1491, Michael Chingman, Wind River Country, Wind River Basin Campground

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

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Yellowstone National Park may be the destination, but Wind River Country is the hidden gem next door. Experience rugged landscapes, Native American heritage and the spirit of the West, far from the crowds, deep in the heart of Wyoming.

Learn 10 extra reasons to go beyond Yellowstone to Wind River Country in our bio.

Photos: Wind River Country/Suite 1491, Michael Chingman, Wind River Country, Wind River Basin Campground

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

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📍South Pass City, Wyoming

While you can visit this historic gold mining town from May 24 - October 18 during the year, save the date for Gold Rush Days - July 12 and 13.

Photo: Wind River Country/ Brad Christensen

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #ThatsWY

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📍South Pass City, Wyoming

While you can visit this historic gold mining town from May 24 - October 18 during the year, save the date for Gold Rush Days - July 12 and 13.

Photo: Wind River Country/ Brad Christensen

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #ThatsWY

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Mark your calendars for July 2-6, 2025, and head to Riverton, Wyoming for an unforgettable journey into the Old West. The 1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous is the only annual reenactment held on its original historic site—bringing history to life right where it happened.

📍 1838 Rendezvous Grounds – Riverton, WY
📅 July 2-6, 2025

Photo: Wind River Country/Brad Christensen

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

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Mark your calendars for July 2-6, 2025, and head to Riverton, Wyoming for an unforgettable journey into the Old West. The 1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous is the only annual reenactment held on its original historic site—bringing history to life right where it happened.

📍 1838 Rendezvous Grounds – Riverton, WY
📅 July 2-6, 2025

Photo: Wind River Country/Brad Christensen

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

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There`s nothing quite like a Wyoming sunset.

Photo: Journal of Lost Time

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Jun 14

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There's nothing quite like a Wyoming sunset.

Photo: Journal of Lost Time

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If you`re dreaming of the perfect fishing trip, look no further than right here in Old Wyo`.

Photo: Kristin Foster

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

Jun 12

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If you're dreaming of the perfect fishing trip, look no further than right here in Old Wyo'.

Photo: Kristin Foster

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

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When the mountains call, there’s only one thing to do. Go. 🌄

If you`re thinking of coming to see us this summer, we`d love to have you. We`re happy to answer questions, send you a free travel planner or provide ideas on things to do, where to stay and more. Send us a DM or feel free to leave a note in the comments.

Photo: Journal of Lost Time (@thejournaloflosttime)

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

Jun 10

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When the mountains call, there’s only one thing to do. Go. 🌄

If you're thinking of coming to see us this summer, we'd love to have you. We're happy to answer questions, send you a free travel planner or provide ideas on things to do, where to stay and more. Send us a DM or feel free to leave a note in the comments.

Photo: Journal of Lost Time (@thejournaloflosttime)

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

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Rodeo season in Dubois kicks off tonight at 7:30 p.m.! Can’t make it? No problem, catch the action every Friday night all summer long through August 22.

Photo: Bill Sincavage

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

Jun 6

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Rodeo season in Dubois kicks off tonight at 7:30 p.m.! Can’t make it? No problem, catch the action every Friday night all summer long through August 22.

Photo: Bill Sincavage

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

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There`s a reason this is our favorite time of year.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

Photo: Scott Copeland

Jun 3

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There's a reason this is our favorite time of year.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

Photo: Scott Copeland

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Come feel the heartbeat of Indian Country at the 65th Annual Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Powwow. Held in Fort Washakie, Wyoming, it takes place June 27-29, 2025. Follow @shoshonetribe for more information.

#windrivercountry #EasternShoshone #powowseason #wyoming

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Come feel the heartbeat of Indian Country at the 65th Annual Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Powwow. Held in Fort Washakie, Wyoming, it takes place June 27-29, 2025. Follow @shoshonetribe for more information.

#windrivercountry #EasternShoshone #powowseason #wyoming

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Hello, June! Here’s a look at what’s happening this month in Wind River Country. 🌞 Swipe through the slides for a snapshot of this month`s calendar of events.

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Jun 1

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Hello, June! Here’s a look at what’s happening this month in Wind River Country. 🌞 Swipe through the slides for a snapshot of this month's calendar of events.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

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Summer - and Wind River Country - are ready to welcome you. Come see us.

#ThatsWY #Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

May 30

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Summer - and Wind River Country - are ready to welcome you. Come see us.

#ThatsWY #Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

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The open road is calling. Hit the Old Yellowstone Highway for some of Wyoming`s prettiest views.

Plan your trip at the link in our bio.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

Photo: Royal Flyfishing

May 28

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The open road is calling. Hit the Old Yellowstone Highway for some of Wyoming's prettiest views.

Plan your trip at the link in our bio.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry

Photo: Royal Flyfishing

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"Home of the free, because of the brave." - Unknown

Happy Memorial Day from Wind River Country.

Photo: Wind River Country

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May 26

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"Home of the free, because of the brave." - Unknown

Happy Memorial Day from Wind River Country.

Photo: Wind River Country

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Name this cute town!

Photo: Wyoming Office of Tourism

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

May 23

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Name this cute town!

Photo: Wyoming Office of Tourism

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

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It may be small, but the Central Wyoming Regional Airport in Riverton is both charming and convenient — with direct flights from Denver, it’s a simple way to land right in Wind River Country.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

Photo: Bethany Baldes

May 22

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It may be small, but the Central Wyoming Regional Airport in Riverton is both charming and convenient — with direct flights from Denver, it’s a simple way to land right in Wind River Country.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

Photo: Bethany Baldes

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If you love fishing, spring is the perfect time to hit the water.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

Photo: Mark Melnyk

May 20

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If you love fishing, spring is the perfect time to hit the water.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

Photo: Mark Melnyk

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Haven`t listened to our latest podcast, "Wild Mustangs: Wyoming’s Hidden Sanctuary" yet? Be sure to check it out at the link in our bio.

https://windriver.org/podcast/wild-mustangs-wyomings-hidden-sanctuary/

Photo: Melissa Hempkin

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

May 18

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Haven't listened to our latest podcast, "Wild Mustangs: Wyoming’s Hidden Sanctuary" yet? Be sure to check it out at the link in our bio.

https://windriver.org/podcast/wild-mustangs-wyomings-hidden-sanctuary/

Photo: Melissa Hempkin

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

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Planning a summer trip to Wind River Country? Make it even better by timing your visit with one of our local events!

Check out the full summer lineup at the link in our bio.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

Photo: Wind River Country

May 16

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Planning a summer trip to Wind River Country? Make it even better by timing your visit with one of our local events!

Check out the full summer lineup at the link in our bio.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

Photo: Wind River Country

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The Cowboy State was built for living the cowboy life — and in Wind River Country, guest ranches and lodges are ready to give you a true Western experience.

Find them at the link in the bio.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

Photo: Kristin Foster

May 15

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The Cowboy State was built for living the cowboy life — and in Wind River Country, guest ranches and lodges are ready to give you a true Western experience.

Find them at the link in the bio.

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

Photo: Kristin Foster

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If you`re wondering why you should visit Wyoming, here`s why:
-Wide open spaces
-Stunning mountains
-Mysterious valleys
-Gorgeous rivers
-Endless exploration

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

Photo: Bill Sincavage

May 13

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If you're wondering why you should visit Wyoming, here's why:
-Wide open spaces
-Stunning mountains
-Mysterious valleys
-Gorgeous rivers
-Endless exploration

#Wyoming #WindRiverCountry #SmallTown

Photo: Bill Sincavage