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.
If you`re ready to experience touchable history, venture to South Pass City and try your hand at gold panning.
Photo: Wyoming Office of Tourism
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Jul 27
Sunny summer days are the best days.
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Jul 24
Have you seen a jackalope?
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Jul 22
We love to chase waterfalls around Wyoming.
Photo: Scott Copeland
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Jul 20
Cheers to the weekend! Tell us: where is your favorite place to grab a cold beverage?
Photo: Helen Wilson/Wind River Country
Location: The Rock Shop Inn
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Jul 17
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.
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Jul 15
The perfect Wyoming day: hiking and viewing petroglyphs.
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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