Population: 7,551
Elevation 5,358′
Known For Sinks Canyon State Park, Wind River Mountains, Red Canyon,  Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Backpacking, Fishing, 4th of July.
Events: International Climbers’ Festival, Lander Brewfest, Lander LIVE, Fremont Area Road Tour, Pioneer Days Rodeo.

Welcome to Lander, WY

Incorporated in 1890, Lander, Wyoming was named for Frederick W. Lander, the engineer responsible for the Lander Trail: a wagon road traveled by thousands of headed West. The Chicago & North Western Transportation Company chose Lander as the western terminus of its “Cowboy Line” railway in 1906 and the city was known as “where the rails end and the trails begin”.

Today you can learn the history of Lander at the Fremont County Pioneer Museum and the Museum of the American West.

Plan your visit and discover some of the best things to do in Lander, WY, from strolling historic Main Street to enjoying numerous art galleries, unique shops and a variety of restaurants offering local beef, micro brews and more.

Lander is pedestrian and bicycle-friendly. Rent a mountain or road bike, and cross-country ski equipment and snowshoes for winter recreation. Stop in at one of the local stores and pick up equipment for fishing, rock climbing, or hiking.

Take in a round of golf on Lander’s 18-hole course or visit the well-known Eagle Bronze Foundry.

Outdoor Things to Do in Lander

Ranked as one of the best outdoor towns in America, Lander is a gateway into the Wind River Mountains and internationally known for rock climbing.

Gannett Peak at 13,804 feet is Wyoming’s highest peak. The Wind River Range has over 40 peaks about 13,000 feet, seven of the largest glaciers in the Rocky Mountains and over 1,300 lakes.

Sinks Canyon State Park is six miles southwest of town and is one of the best state parks in the country.  The Popo Agie River disappears underground into a cavern and rises a quarter-mile downstream.  You’ll find hiking trails, camping, mountain biking and skiing trails.

For More Info:
Lander Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center and Business Complex
100 N. First Street
Lander WY 82520
(307) 332-3892

This page is also available in German.

Businesses

307 Outfitters

5766 Hwy 28
Lander, WY

Alchemy: Artists’ Cooperative

202 Main St.
Lander, WY

Allen’s Diamond Four Wilderness Ranch

5555 US Hwy 287
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Alpine Science Institute CWC Field Station

50 Field Station Road
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Anywhere Escapes

586 Main St
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Boutique Vacations

645 Main St.
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Breadboard

1350 W. Main
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Carson’s Bar & Grill

592 Main St
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China Garden

162 N. 6th Street
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COR Expeditions

300 Lincoln St
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Cowfish/Lander Brewing Co

148 Main Street
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Dairy Land Drive-In

977 Main Street
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Deka-Guy Hee, Shoshone Rose Casino

5690 Hwy 287
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Domino’s Pizza

175 N. 4th
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Dunoir Fishing Adventures

1405 Goodrich Dr.
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Eagle Bronze Foundry

130 Poppy St.
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El Sol De Mexico

453 Main Street
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End Zone

692 Main St
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Evans/Dahl Memorial Museum

545 Main St.
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Flat Stick Bar & Grill

1 Golf Course Dr.
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Fremont County Library Lander

451 N. 2nd
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Fremont County Pioneer Museum

1445 W. Main St.
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Fremont County Pioneer Museum

1443 W. Main St.
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Frontier Lodge

808 Main St.
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Gannett Grill

126 Main St.
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Gannett Peak Sports

371 Main St.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites

1002 11th St.
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Inn at Lander

260 Grandview Drive
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Lander Art Center

258 E. Main St.
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Lander Bake Shop

259 Main St.
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Lander Chamber of Commerce

100 N. 1st
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Lander Children’s Museum

465 Lincoln Avenue
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Lander City Park

405 Fremont St.
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Lander City Park Public Campground

405 Fremont St.
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Lander Community and Convention Center

950 Buena Vista Dr
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Lander Fly Shop & Guide Service

305 Main St.
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Lander Golf Course

1 Golf Course Drive
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Lander Llama Company

2024 Mortimore Lane
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Lander Old Timers Arena

1663 Rodeo Drive
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Lander Valley High School

350 Baldwin Creek Road
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Louis Lake Lodge

1811 Louis Lake Rd
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Louis Lake Public Campground

1811 Louis Lake Rd
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Maverick Cafe

808 Main Street
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Maverick RV Park & Campground

1104 N. Second Street
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McDonald’s

235 McFarlane Drive
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Middle Fork

351 Main St
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Mulino Italian Bistro

129 Main St.
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NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School)

284 Lincoln Street
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Outlaw Cabins

2415 Squaw Creek Rd
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Oxbow

170 E. Main St.
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Pizza Hut

670 E. Main Street
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Priceless Car & Truck Rental

1305 Main St
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Rodeway Inn & Suites Pronghorn Lodge

150 E. Main St.
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Shoshone Rose Casino & Hotel

5690 Hwy 287
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Silver Spur Motel

1240 Main St.
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Sinks Canyon State Park Public Campground

3079 Sinks Canyon Rd.
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Sinks Canyon State Park Visitor Center

3018 Sinks Canyon Road
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Sinks Coffee

300 Main St.
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Sixth Crossing

4181 US Hwy 789
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Sleeping Bear RV Park & Campground

715 E Main
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Subway

960 Main Street
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Sweetwater Fishing Expeditions

2939 Sinks Canyon Road
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Taco Johns

870 W. Main St.
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Thai Chef

720 E. Main
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The Bike Mill

109 Main St
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The Bunk House

2024 Mortimore Lane
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The Lander Motel

569 Main St
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The Mill House

125 Main St.
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The Rise

228 Main St.
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The Rock Shop Inn & Restaurant

4260 WY-28
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The Summit Restaurant

260 Grandview
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Tony’s Pizza

637 Main St.
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Twin Pines RV Park & Campground

7345 Hwy. 789
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US Forest Service Visitor Center

333 East Main
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VFW

11 Tweed Lane
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Wild Iris Mountain Sports

166 Main Street
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Wind River Climbing Guides

425 Popo Agie
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Wind River Transportation

2554 Airport Drive
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Wind River Troutfitters

8116 Hwy 789
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Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary

8616 Hwy 287
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Woody’s Fly Shop

2020 Mortinmore Lane
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Worthen Meadows Reservoir Campground

Forest Road 300
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Wyoming Country Outfitters

7696 US Hwy 287
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Wyoming Game and Fish Wildlife Exhibit

260 Buena Vista
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Events

Lander Library’s Book Nook

December 24, 2024 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

December 27, 2024 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

December 28, 2024 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

December 28, 2024 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

December 31, 2024 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 3, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

January 4, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 4, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 7, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Wildlife On Tap

January 7, 2025 - 7:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 10, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

January 11, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 11, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 14, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 17, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Swingin’ Fridays with WyoJazz

January 17, 2025 - 7:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

January 18, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 18, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 21, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 24, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

January 25, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 25, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 28, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

January 31, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

February 1, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 1, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 4, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Wildlife On Tap

February 4, 2025 - 7:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 7, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

February 8, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 8, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 11, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 14, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

February 15, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 15, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 18, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 21, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Swingin’ Fridays with WyoJazz

February 21, 2025 - 7:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

February 22, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 22, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 25, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

February 28, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

March 1, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 1, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 4, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Wildlife On Tap

March 4, 2025 - 7:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 7, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

March 8, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 8, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 11, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 14, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

March 15, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 15, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 18, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 21, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Swingin’ Fridays with WyoJazz

March 21, 2025 - 7:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

March 22, 2025 - 10:00 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 22, 2025 - 10:30 am

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 25, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Lander Library’s Book Nook

March 28, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Lander Art Center: Jam Time

March 29, 2025 - 10:00 am