Airport & Air Service
Fly Into Wind River Country
Central Wyoming Regional Airport (RIW) is located in the heart of Wind River Country, about 30 miles from Lander and 75 miles from Dubois.
The airport offers daily jet service to Denver International Airport through United Express, operated by SkyWest Airlines, making it easy to connect to cities across the country.
From Riverton, you’re within driving distance of trails, public lands and communities throughout the region.
Car Rentals
Renting a vehicle is the easiest way to explore Wind River Country. Distances between cities, towns, trailheads and public lands make having your own transportation important for most trips.
Car Rentals in Lander & Riverton
Priceless Car & Truck Rental offers vehicle rentals with pickup and drop-off available in both Lander and Riverton. Options include cars, vans, SUVs and trucks to match different travel needs.
Car-Sharing with Turo
Turo offers a flexible car-sharing option, with vehicles available from local hosts. Pickup locations include Central Wyoming Regional Airport and other locations throughout the region.
Local Resources
Central Wyoming Regional Airport
www.centralwyomingairport.com
4800 Airport Road
Riverton, WY 82501
(307) 836-1307
Follow Wind River Country in Real Time
See Wind River Country as it happens, from arrival to everyday moments across the region. Follow along and share your own experience by tagging @windrivercountry.
Mountain biking, road biking, fishing and hiking. Wind River Country is an outdoor lover`s paradise.
Start planning your trip at the link in our bio.
Photo: Bob Wick
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Jul 15
The perfect Wyoming day: hiking and viewing petroglyphs.
Photo: Helen Wilson/Wind River Country
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Jul 14
Welcome to Wyoming, a place where badlands and mountains collide.
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Jul 10
Road trips like these are worth every mile. ❤️
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Jul 8
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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Jul 6
Happy Independence Day from Wind River Country!
Photo: Wind River Country/Brad Christensen
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Jul 4
Soaking in the beauty of Jade Lake, one perfect view at a time.
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Jul 3
Escape to Wyoming.
Photo: Haley Ford
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Jul 2
📍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