Scenic Drives
See Wind River Country Wonders From the Open Road
Wind River Country is well-suited for exploring by car. Scenic routes pass through mountain ranges, river canyons and open desert, connecting towns, trailheads and historic sites along the way.
These drives offer a way to see the landscape at your own pace, with opportunities to stop for short walks and viewpoints along the route.
Cruise Into Wyoming Horizons
Each route includes directions, distances and suggested stops to help you plan your time. Some drives can be done in a few hours, while others are best spread over a full day or more.
Choose a route that fits your schedule, or combine a few to build your own itinerary.
Explore Driving Tours
These scenic driving tours highlight different parts of Wind River Country. Some focus on mountain views and outdoor access, while others include historic sites, small towns and places to stop along the way.
A River Runs To It: Fish your way to Yellowstone
Boysen Reservoir Driving Tour
Circle the Continental Divide
Getting to and through Wyoming’s Wind River Country
Gold Flakes to Yellowcake Mining Driving Tour
Old Yellowstone Highway Driving Tour
Rendezvous Driving Tour
Sinks Canyon Driving Tour
Visitor Centers & Tours
Union Pass Rentals
Dubois, WY 82513
Eastern Shoshone Tribe Buffalo Tours
Fort Washakie, WY 82514
Cutthroat Fly Shop & Adventures
Dubois, WY 82513
Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary
Lander, WY 82520
Wind River Climbing Guides
Lander, WY 82520
Fremont County Pioneer Museum
Lander, WY 82520
Wind River Country:
Yellowstone’s Unique Neighbor
Listen in for seasonal stories and local insight to help you plan a spring trip in Wind River Country.
Follow Wind River Country in Real Time
See Wind River Country as it happens, from time on the road to everyday moments across the region. Follow along and share your own experience 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.
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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.
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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