{"id":6417,"date":"2015-02-24T08:25:28","date_gmt":"2015-02-24T15:25:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/windriver.org\/?page_id=6417"},"modified":"2026-05-11T12:48:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T18:48:13","slug":"hudson","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/windriver.org\/de\/destinations\/hudson\/","title":{"rendered":"Hudson"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Where History Meets Good Eats & Small-Town Charm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Welcome to Hudson<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Along the banks of the Wind River, Hudson is the kind of place where things move a little slower. Walk quiet streets, take in the river and step into a town shaped by its railroad and mining roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Founded during the early 1900s railroad expansion, Hudson has grown into a close-knit community known for its welcoming spirit \u2014 and for one of Wyoming\u2019s most beloved dining stops. It\u2019s a simple place, but one that leaves a lasting impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Population<\/strong>
About 400 residents<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Elevation<\/strong>
Approximately 5,000 feet above sea level<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What the Area Is Known For<\/strong>
Hudson is a small town along the Wind River. It is known for its welcoming community, fishing access and location along historic routes that once connected mining towns and frontier settlements in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Events<\/strong>
Community holiday celebrations and seasonal local events throughout the year<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Hudson City Hall
<\/strong>333 S. Main Street
Hudson, WY 82515
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Next Stop: Riverton or Lander?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Set between Lander and Riverton, Hudson makes an easy stop along the Wind River. Its roots in coal mining and the railroad are still part of the story, but today it\u2019s known for its quiet pace, strong sense of community and a meal worth planning your day around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From here, it\u2019s just a short drive to nearby towns, each offering a different way to explore Wind River Country.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Curious About Wind River Country? Start Here<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hudson may be small, but its history and surroundings offer more to explore. These stories highlight the town\u2019s mining and railroad past, local traditions and nearby landscapes, offering ideas to help you plan your time in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The Best Things to Do in Hudson<\/h3>
In 1909, the town of Hudson, Wyoming, was incorporated to support local coal mines. At its peak, the population reached\u2026<\/div>
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