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
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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.
📍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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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.
Photo: Journal of Lost Time
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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