Wind River Country’s
America 250th Countdown
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July
Photo Credit: Scott Copeland
250 Ways To
Explore Wind
River Country
Countdown to America’s 250th begins here.
For 250 days, each day reveals something new in Wind River Country—places shaped by history, stories carried through generations and experiences grounded in the landscape itself.
Follow along as the days unfold, or use the countdown as a way to start planning your own trip. Each moment adds to the journey toward July 4, 2026.
Photo Credit: Brad Christensen
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Experience the Heritage of Wind River Country
Discover Wind River Country with this interactive audio tour and digital discovery experience, created in celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary. Take the tour remotely by clicking the white arrow in the green circle below and selecting story sites on the map. To go on-site with Wind River Heritage Quest, download the free TravelStorys app. Audio, text and images will launch automatically as you approach each story site, and participants can earn commemorative prizes based on how many locations they visit.
EACH DAY, A NEW ADVENTURE
CATCH UP HERE
A new experience is added every day as part of the countdown to America’s 250th. Return often to see what’s new, revisit past highlights or find ideas to shape your time in Wind River Country.
Historic Homes and Exhibits
South Pass City State Historic Site, WY + Google Map
See artifacts and hear stories of frontier life.
7 Self-Guided Driving Tours
Wind River Country, WY + Google Map
Pick up a brochure and pioneer your own adventure.
Dubois Winter Wildlife Drive
Dubois, WY + Google Map
Look for moose tracks, eagles and bighorn sheep.
Follow the Moments That Make Wind River Country
See Wind River Country as it happens, on the trail, in town and out on the land. Follow along for real moments from real people, and share your own journey by tagging @windrivercountry.
📍South Pass City, Wyoming
While you can visit this historic gold mining town from the end of May – mid October, save the date for Gold Rush Days – July 11 & 12.
Photo: Wind River Country
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Jun 26
🏔️ Travel back to 1838 at the Mountain Man Rendezvous happening in Riverton, Wyoming.
Beginning tomorrow (6/26), immerse yourself in the traditions, skills and stories of the fur trade era.
📸 Photo: Wind River Country/Brad Christensen
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Jun 25
There`s no place quite like old Wyo`.
Photo: Journal of Lost Time
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Jun 23
When the mountains call, there’s only one thing to do. Go.
Photo: Journal of Lost Time
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Jun 19
Ready to learn more about the wild horses of the West? The Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary – which is located on the Wind River Indian Reservation – has a visitor center with an interpretive display, and also offers guided tours.
Plan your trip at the link in our bio.
Photo: Melissa Hemkin
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Jun 17
This is what we like to call the perfect summer day in Wind River Country.
Photo: Wind River Country/Paula McCormick
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Jun 15
Combine history and modern-day culture at the Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Powwow, June 19-21. Held in Fort Washakie, the event includes a parade, hand game tournament, drum contest, Indian rodeo and relay races and Grand Entries.
Find more information at the link in our bio.
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Jun 13
The wilds of Wyoming are calling. Start planning your trip at the link in our bio.
Photos: Jhamil Bader, Jennifer Lips, Granite & Light, Wind River Country
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Jun 11
Plan a trip to Lander and Lander Brewfest to enjoy 80+ beers made all across the Mountain West on June 12-13. We hope to see you there – cheers!
Photo: Wyoming Office of Tourism
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Jun 8
Rodeo season is officially starting in Wind River Country. Be sure to join us as we kick off the first night of the Dubois Friday Night Rodeos TONIGHT! And if you can`t make this one, you can catch rodeo action every Friday through August 21.
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Photos: Brady McLean
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Jun 5
Spring storms and lush landscapes.
Start planning your visit at the link in our bio.
Photo: Scott Copeland
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Jun 4
June has arrived! Take a peek at the events around Wind River Country including Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Powwow, Dubois Friday Night Rodeos, Lander Brewfest and 1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous!
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Jun 1