Wind River Country’s
America 250th Countdown
Time Remaining
16
Days
21
Hours
17
Minutes
Event Date
4
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
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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.
Carissa Mine and Mill Tour
South Pass City State Historic Site, WY + Google Map
Explore a restored 1860s operation.
Riverton Museum Trek
Riverton, WY + Google Map
Join an Adventure Trek to explore and learn local history.
Sunrise and Coffee at the Overlook
Dubois, WY + Google Map
Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the best combo in town.
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.
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
One of the best ways to experience Wind River Country this summer is on the water. You can enjoy over 2,000 miles of rivers and streams and 262 lakes and reservoirs.
Photo: Jared Steinman
May 29
Welcome to the Cowboy State, a place that`s made for riding horses and enjoying the great outdoors. Book a stay at a guest ranch and experience Wyoming like a true cowboy.
Book your adventure at the link in our bio.
Photos: Wyoming Office of Tourism, Davis Clem, Gary Kunis
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May 27
Say hello to a summer in Wyoming filled with wide open spaces and some of the best events around.
Photo: Wind River Country/Preston Ackerman
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May 24
Planning a summer road trip? Hit the road on a scenic driving tour around Wind River Country.
Learn all about the area`s driving tours in our bio.
Photos: Wind River Country, David Rule
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May 22
Ready for the ultimate Wild West getaway? Discover history in Lander at the Fremont County Pioneer Museum.
Photo: Wind River Country/Suite 1491
May 20