Getting Around
Getting to and Around Wind River Country
Wind River Country is accessible by car, plane and regional bus service. Whether you’re planning your arrival or how to move between communities, this page brings together key information to help you get around. Use the resources below to find airports, check road conditions, explore transportation options and plan your route through the region.
Plan Your Trip with a Free Vacation Packet
The Wind River Country Vacation Packet brings together key planning information in one place. It includes details on accommodations, tours, outfitters, maps and local events.
Request a free copy to help organize your trip and explore options across the region.
Road Conditions & Weather
Check current road and weather conditions before traveling. Wyoming highways and mountain routes can change quickly depending on the season.
- WYO-ROAD: (888) WYO-ROAD | (307) 772-0824
- National Weather Service: (800) 211-1448
EV Charging
EV charging is available in Wind River Country, including fast-charging stations in Lander.
- Fremont Motors, 1731 W Main Street, Lander
- Two 120 kW DC fast chargers (dual plug)
Need help with charging? Call: (307) 335-3359
Air Travel & Airports
Central Wyoming Regional Airport (RIW) is located about 30 miles from Lander and 75 miles from Dubois. It offers daily service connecting through Denver. Additional commercial airports are located in Casper, Cheyenne, Cody and Jackson. Charter and municipal airports are also available in Lander and Dubois.
Rental Cars, Shuttles & Taxis
Rental cars are available in Lander and Riverton, making it easy to travel between communities.
Public Transportation & Shuttle Service
The Wind River Transportation Authority provides fixed bus routes, airport shuttles and group transportation across Fremont County and the Wind River Indian Reservation.
- General information (307) 856-7118
- Shuttle and special requests (307) 696-6116
Community Resources
These official community websites provide local information on lodging, dining, shopping, events and attractions. Use them to explore each town and plan your visit in more detail.
- Shoshoni: ShoshoniChamber.org
- Dubois: DuboisWyoming.org | DuboisWyomingChamber.org
- Hudson: HudsonWY.org
- Lander: landerchamber.org | destinationlander.com
- Riverton: WYRiverton.com
Follow Wind River Country in Real Time
See Wind River Country as it happens, from travel days to everyday moments across the region. Follow along and share your own experience by tagging @windrivercountry.
We love fall colors…who else is ready?
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Sep 5
The best way to see Wyoming? From the back of a horse.
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Sep 2
Sometimes all you need is a change of scenery. 🌄 Wind River Country is waiting.
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Aug 31
"The landscape of the American West has to be seen to be believed and has to be believed to be seen." – N. Scott Momaday
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Aug 28
Explore the stories, history and traditions of the Wind River Indian Reservation.
As the only reservation in Wyoming and home to the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho tribes, it`s a place rich in culture and heritage. Take the self-guided driving tour to learn more about the people, places and history that make this landscape so special.
Want to learn more? Visit the link in our bio.
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Aug 27
If you`re ready to find room to breathe and space to roam, take a deep dive into the heart of Wind River Country.
Start planning in our bio.
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Photo: Bill Sincavage
Aug 26
As we`re approaching hunting season, there`s no better photo opp than this.
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Aug 22
While we`ve got lots of hidden gems in Wind River Country, Sinks Canyon is one of the coolest. It`s located at the base of the Wind River Mountains, with landscapes that include foothills, forests, waterways and more. Plus, it`s a short drive from Lander.
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Aug 19
Saddle up and experience Wyoming the way it was meant to be experienced. 🐴
Guest ranches and outfitters throughout Wind River Country offer guided pack trips that take you deep into some of Wyoming`s most breathtaking backcountry.
Start planning your stay in our bio.
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Aug 17
We love a good waterfall moment.
Photo: Tori Jones
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Aug 14
If you`re ready to find room to breathe, take a deep dive into the heart of Wind River Country by learning more from our friends at Cowboys & Indians.
Read the full story at the link in our bio.
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Aug 12
Cheers to a new week! Tell us, where is your favorite place to grab a cold beverage?
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Aug 11