Wyoming’s Wind River Country – Southeast Gateway to Yellowstone

The southeast gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Wind River Country boasts open prairies and the tallest peaks in Wyoming.

There is something for everyone in Wind River Country. Sinks Canyon State Park provides excellent opportunities to see geological formations as well as world-class rock climbing. Historic South Pass City is now a State Historic Site where you can pan for gold near the abandoned Carissa mine.

Nineteenth century pioneers crossing the Oregon-Mormon Trail arrived in Wind River Country to face one of the most formidable undertakings of their journey: the crossing of the Rocky Mountains at South Pass.

Visit the Wind River Indian Reservation and attend a powwow. You will never forget this experience of bright majestic color, rich tradition and heritage.

The National Bighorn Sheep Center in Dubois pays tribute to one of the most stunning of all North America big game animals, the Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep. Dubois is home to the largest bighorn sheep herd in North America.

For more information, contact the Wind River Visitor Council at 800-645-6233 or click here: www.wind-river.org.

Top Ten Things to do in Yellowstone

1. See Amazing Wildlife

Yellowstone Park is home to the largest concentration of large and small mammals in the Lower 48 states. Read More...

2. Take a Hike

To explore Yellowstone’s wild side, get off the beaten path and onto the park’s 1,300-mile trail system. Read More...

3. Watch Geysers Erupt

Yellowstone is the largest active geyser field in the world. Read More...

4. Go Rafting

Looking for an escape from the summer heat? Can’t beat a whitewater rafting adventure! Read More...

5. Experience the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

The Grand Canyon of Yellowstone is breathtaking! Read More...

6. Attend a Powwow

Powwows serve to preserve the rich heritage of Native American culture and allow tribal members to participate in traditional rituals. Read More...

7. Ride a Horse

No other activity fulfills the Western dream for families visiting this region like a horseback ride. Read More...

8. Go Camping

One of the best ways to experience the Yellowstone region is by spending a night or more under the stars. Read More...

9. Watch a Rodeo

Every town in Yellowstone country has a rodeo. Try Cheyenne Frontier Days, Cody Nite Rodeo, Rock Springs’ Red Desert Rodeo or Lander’s Pioneer Days Rodeo. Read More...

10. Go Fishing

Fishing in Yellowstone is an experience that compares with few other places on earth. Read More...

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