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Come to get away from the crowds: unplug, unwind and meet Wyoming in the way it’s meant to be met.
Come see what’s waiting for you in Wind River Country.
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Bighorn sheep rut on Whiskey Mountain. Photo: Bill Sincavage
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. 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
The Wind River Range from the valley. Photo: Wyoming Office of Tourism
Snowmobiling at Togwotee Pass. Photo: Jeff Shanor
Plan to visit Dubois, Hudson, Lander, Riverton, Shoshoni and the Wind River Indian Reservation.
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As travel becomes safe again we encourage you to plan ahead, practice physical distancing, play it safe and be kind.
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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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If you ask us, summer should be filled with hiking, biking, boating, exploring and fishing. Lucky for you, Wind River County has some of the best places to do all of these.
Start planning your summer getaway at the link in the bio.
Photo: Kristin Foster
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May 23
Ready to plan your next best western vacation? Start your trip in Wyoming`s Wind River Country, a place where the wild west still exists. Here you`ll find blooming trails, stunning mountains, dirt roads and wide open spaces. When you`re here, be sure to visit wild horses, bison and Wyoming`s only Indian reservation, the Wind River Indian Reservation. In addition, you`ll find charming small towns filled with friendly faces waiting to greet you.
Start planning your trip at the link in our bio.
Photo: Wyoming Office of Tourism
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May 17
Let`s celebrate Wind River Country in Hudson on June 10 at this year`s Hudson Daze. This is a festival and craft fair that`s fun for the whole family.
Want a booth? Learn more information at the link in our bio.
Photo: Preston Ackerman
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May 16
This week were celebrating 40 years of National Travel and Tourism Week in Wind River Country. Tourism is a vital part of our economy in Fremont County. We have an incredible destination for people to visit filled with diverse landscapes, history and amazing events to take part in.
In 2022, Wyoming welcomed 7.5 million overnight visitors with 33,000 Wyoming jobs being supported by these tourists. In Fremont Country alone, visitors support 1,520 jobs! This week, we thank you for choosing Wyoming`s Wind River Country to visit, we`re truly grateful for you. 😍
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May 10
Ready to go on a historic adventure through Wind River Country? Plan a trip to visit the Wind River Indian Reservation, the seventh largest reservation in the country encompassing more than 2.2 million acres in Wyoming`s wild west. The reservation is home to the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho tribes. One way to learn about the tribes` culture and history is by attending a powwow or going on a self-guided audio tour through the reservation. To do so, download the TravelStorys app.
Here are some must-see places:
-Sacajawea`s gravesite
-Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary
-Chief Washakie`s gravesite
-St. Stephens Indian Mission
-Wind River Trading Company
Learn more about upcoming powwows at the link in our bio.
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May 9
One of the best ways to hike and learn about Wyoming history is by going on a Fremont County Museum trek. From old gold mining towns to ancient petroglyph hikes, there`s so much to discover.
Learn all about the 2023 available treks at the link in our bio.
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May 5
May is the start of many local farmers markets around Wind River Country.
Be sure to check out the following locations:
-Wednesday evening farmers markets in Riverton at Riverton City Park (5 - 7 p.m.)
-Thursday evening farmers market in Dubois (4-7 p.m.)
-Saturdays Riverton Farmers Market - at Riverton City Hall parking lot (9 - 11 a.m.)
-Saturday Lander Local Food Market at 2nd Street and Main Street (9 a.m. - 12 p.m.)
Catch up on all the 2023 summer events at the link in our bio.
Photo: Bethany Baldes
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Apr 30
In case you didn’t know, Wind River Country is the perfect place for your next biking, hiking, climbing, fishing or any outdoor adventure you can think of. If you’re ready to plan your #WyomingRoadTrip, we can help.
Find more at the link in our bio.
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Apr 26
Wyoming`s Sinks Canyon State Park recently made the list for a top yurt getaway according to Finance Buzz magazine.
There are several positive things about a yurt stay in Wyoming including:
-Gorgeous backdrop of Sinks Canyon
-Ideal destination for climbers, anglers, hikers, bikers and geologists
-Open year-round - no matter your preferred season
-Affordable - averaging $40 to $60 per night
-Gives you a true Wyoming wild west experience
Learn all about a Wyoming yurt stay at the link in our bio.
Winter photo: Melanie Hoefle
Summer photo: Wyoming Office of Tourism
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