An Unmatched Western Destination.
From Salt to Stone.
Home to rich histories, vast landscapes, and friendly people, Southwest Wyoming has for many years been a thoroughfare for recreation and travel.
From historic sites, state parks, national monuments, festivals, and downtown shopping and dining, Southwest Wyoming has a little something for everyone.
While visiting or passing through, you don’t want to miss some of Wyoming’s less traveled areas and hidden gems. Start planning your next trip to Southwest Wyoming and explore some of our areas’ amazing destinations and attractions.
Explore SWOT
Use the most trusted off-roading and snowmobiling app, onX Offroad, to discover Phase 1 of Southwest Wyoming Off-road Trails and nearby trails to plan and track your trips.
Explore a Few Must Do’s and See’s in Southwest Wyoming.
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Uinta Mountains
The Uinta Mountains are a high, pristine mountain area in northeastern Utah and southwest Wyoming that is popular for riding OVH’s, fishing, hiking, backpacking, horse packing, hunting and other outdoor activities.
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Fort Bridger
Visit Jim Bridger's famous trading post on The Oregon Trail, travel back in time at the Mountain Man Rendezvous in September, enjoy interpretive trails or a relaxing picnic at Fort Bridger State Historic Site.
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Seedskadee
The 26,210 acre Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge protects a mosaic of riparian, wetland, and upland shrub habitats along 36 miles of the Green River where visitors can enjoy an array of Wyoming wildlife and scenic views.
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Fossil Butte
About a 20 minute drive outside of Kremmerer, Fossil Butte National Monument possesses some of the world’s best-preserved fossils, including those of fish, insects, plants, reptiles, birds and mammals.
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Bear River
A day use only park, Bear River State Park is home to small herds of bison and elk and boasts several miles of both paved and packed gravel trails. The state park covers 324 acres near the town of Evanston and offers a Visitor Center.
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Charcoal Kilns
Piedmont Charcoal Kilns State Historic Site sits on the edge of the ghost town of Piedmont, Wyoming. The Union Pacific Railroad ran through Piedmont and carried most of the charcoal produced by the kilns to Utah.
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Red Desert
The Red Desert, 9,320 square miles of high-altitude desert and sagebrush steppe, boasts many opportunities for backcountry and motorized recreation, all of which are easily accessible from the ctowns of Rock Springs, Pinedale, and Lander.
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Uinta-Wasatch-Cache Forest
This National Forest encompasses 2.2 million acres in Northern Utah and southwestern Wyoming. Offices are located in Evanston and Mountain View, Wyoming.
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Flaming Gorge
Shared between the southwest corner of Wyoming and the northeast corner of Utah, Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area sprawls across 207,363 acres of scenic landscape and wilderness.
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Killpecker Sand Dunes
Play in one of the country’s largest sand boxes just a few miles north of the town of Rock Springs. The area features an off-road vehicle "play area" for desert toys and lots of space to walk around in the sand.
Explore Some of Southwest Wyoming’s Welcoming Communities.
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Afton
A rich history and four seasons of fun are what you’ll find in this small mountain town. Each season offers something new, so come play in our backyard.
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Big Piney
Big Piney is located near Bridger-Teton National Forest and the Wyoming Range, a lesser-known mountain range in the state making this area one of western Wyoming’s best-kept secrets.
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Evanston
This small, western town offers friendly restaurants, lodging, a historic downtown, plenty of recreational activities, and the last intact roundhouse on the original Union Pacific Railroad.
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Farson
Home to the famous Farson Mercantile, Farson makes for the perfect pit stop when traveling along US-191. Enjoy fishing at Big Sandy Reservoir and segments of the Oregon Trail nearby.
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Fort Bridger
Named after trapper James “Jim” Bridger, the town of Fort Bridger is less than a mile from Fort Bridger Historic Site which showcases the area’s rich history and western culture.
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Green River
Known for its beautiful scenery, rugged outdoors and abundant recreational opportunities, Green River attracts visitors and recreationalists of all types.
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Kemmerer
A well-known coal mining town in Lincoln County, Kemmerer is home to Fossil Butte National Monument and two awesome events, FossilFest and Oyster Ridge Music Festival.
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LaBarge
LaBarge is located in the northern end of Lincoln County just across the Lincoln-Sublette County borderline. Enjoy views of the Green River Valley and red bluffs and plan a trip to the local rodeo.
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Marbleton
Just a mile away from Big Piney, both towns have always taken time to celebrate their heritage, focusing especially on cowboy culture, especially on the Fourth of July, with its Chuckwagon Days.
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Mountain View
Mountain View is located in the historic Bridger Valley, serves as the "Gateway to the High Uintas” and offers year round access to Wasatch Cache National Forest.
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Pinedale
Nestled along the western slopes of the Wind River Range, Pinedale is a scenic paradise for recreationalists and there are many ways to explore its remote backcountry.
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Rock Springs
With an award-winning downtown and miles of surrounding public lands, this high-desert oasis has plenty to explore from unique shops to the Killpecker Sand Dunes just outside of town.
National Forests.
Wyoming is home to eight national forests within its borders, four of which extend into the southwest portion of the state.
Located in the western part of the state, the Bridger-Teton alone offers more than 3.4 million acres of public land for outdoor recreation.
National Parks.
The National Park Service manages seven areas throughout the state of Wyoming, but by far the most popular are the Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks in the northwest region of the state. Both are easily accessible to or from Southwest Wyoming!
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Outdoor Activities
Your next Wyoming adventure is just a few clicks away with this one-stop interactive recreation map. Explore by activity, region and more.
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Hunting & Fishing
Learn more about Wyoming’s hunting and fishing opportunities. Apply for or buy online licenses and permits. View regulations, access areas and more.
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Public Lands
The Bureau of Land Management manages 18 million acres of wide-open spaces, scenic vistas, and cultural treasures. in Wyoming.
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Parks & Historic Sites
Wyoming is home to 12 state parks and 28 historic sites. Enjoy camping, hiking, interpretative programs, events, kid camps and more.
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Travel Routes & Conditions
Wyoming 511 is the official road condition and traffic information reporting app of the Wyoming Department of Transportation.
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Be 307 Aware
The 307 Channel on FRS and GRMS capable radios can help search and rescue teams get you home safely if you are lost or injured.
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Recreate Responsibly
While exploring the many miles of trails in Wyoming, it’s essential to be a responsible rider and keep our state wild and beautiful.
Additional local resources.