Wyoming’s Wind River Country is home to three breathtaking state parks, and now you can explore them from your own home. Whether it’s a disappearing river, a massive reservoir in the midst of an arid landscape, gold under the bridge, or dinosaurs (whaaat?), you should always expect the unexpected when you’re visiting State Parks—virtually or in person! Join us on these state park virtual tours:

Boysen State Park Virtual Tour

Boysen State Park is named for the reservoir it’s built around. The reservoir was created when the Wind River was dammed at the mouth of the Wind River Canyon. Today, the park is a recreational hotspot for camping, hiking, rockhounding, fishing, and water sports. The State Parks team is always looking out for guests, young and old. Can you spot them coming to the rescue of a group of kids?

Boysen State Park Virtual Tours

Sinks Canyon State Park Virtual Tour

A river runs into a canyon wall and, instead of turning, continues down a cave and out of sight. The same river bubbles up in a pool a quarter mile away and continues down the canyon. You have to see it to believe it, and you can see it right here. There is a lot of history and a lot of unknowns in this canyon—you may spot some surprising visitors captured in this virtual tour.

Sinks Canyon State Park Virtual Tours

South Pass City State Historical Site Virtual Tour

This old ghost town has boomed and busted a number of times. The crowds have come and gone, but some gold remains. Though you can’t exactly pan for gold through your screen, you can walk among the more than 40 buildings that have been restored and soak up the beauty of Wyoming’s early boom towns.

A quaint green building named 'The Carissa' stands on a dusty road in a historic town, surrounded by rustic log cabins and a scenic mountain backdrop in Wind River Country.

State park virtual tours are a special, new way to get a taste of Wyoming’s Wind River Country before you have the opportunity to safely and responsibly visit in person.

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.

Welcome to Wyoming, a place where badlands and mountains collide. 

Photo: @nataliekovarik 

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Road trips like these are worth every mile. ❤️

Footage: @bradytildeath 

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Make plans to attend the Ethete Celebration Powwow, happening this week, July 9–12 at the Ethete Powwow Grounds. Experience the vibrant traditions, incredible dancing, drumming and welcoming community that make this annual celebration so special. 

Schedule:
Thursday -7 p.m. warm up night, royalty contest and youth powwow
Friday -7 p.m. grand entry
Saturday - 1 p.m. grand entry
Saturday - 7 p.m. grand entry
Sunday - 10 a.m. parade
Sunday - 2 p.m. grand entry

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Happy Independence Day from Wind River Country!

Photo: Wind River Country/Brad Christensen

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Soaking in the beauty of Jade Lake, one perfect view at a time.

📸: @jakeysforkphoto 

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📍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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There's no place quite like old Wyo'. 

Photo: Journal of Lost Time

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When the mountains call, there’s only one thing to do. Go. 

Photo: Journal of Lost Time 

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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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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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