Fort Laramie National Historic Site |
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965 Gray Rocks Rd Fort Laramie, WY 82212(307) 837-2221 |
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Created as a private trading post in 1834, the buildings and people who have called Fort Laramie National Historic Site home over the centuries have seen everything from bustling military activity to the stately paces of pioneers heading for the once-wild West. While its early years were focused on fur trading and providing services for those traveling along the Oregon and Mormon Trails, in 1849 the land was claimed by the army and Fort Laramie was erected as a stronger point of defense against the threat of the Native Americans whose land was being encroached upon. While the fort was fully decommissioned in the first years of the 20th century, many buildings are still standing from this strongly militaristic time. The site of two major peace treaties, guests can tour the fort's grounds, including the historic buildings that once comprised part of the fort, and see authentic fort artifacts as well as exhibits on historical events at the fort in the visitor center. This southeastern Wyoming fort sits about 113 miles north of Cheyenne, east past Guernsey State Park and close to the Nebraska state border.
Park open daily dawn - dusk. Visitor center open daily Memorial Day - Labor Day 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Labor Day - Memorial Day: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Entry fee (7 day pass): Adults $3; Children 15 and under are free.
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