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Fort Laramie National Historic Site

National Historic Site Wyoming

Originally established as a private fur trading fort in 1834, Fort Laramie evolved into the largest and best known military post on the Northern Plains before its abandonment in 1890. This “grand old post” witnessed the entire sweeping saga of America’s western expansion and Indian resistance to encroachment on their territories.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

Fort Laramie summer days can be quite hot (over 100F/37C), average highs are in the 80s and 90s (30-35C) with cool nights and low humidity. Winters are often bitterly cold and windy with subzero wind chills. The region is semi-arid with a distinct winter dry season. About 70% of annual precipitation falls as thunderstorms during the spring and early summer. Breezy days are common year-round and peak in the winter when wind speeds can approach hurricane-strength.

Address

965 Gray Rocks Road, Fort Laramie, WY 82212

Activities & Topics

Astronomy Stargazing Fishing Freshwater Fishing Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Self-Guided Tours - Auto Living History Historic Weapons Demonstration Junior Ranger Program Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store Gift Shop and Souvenirs Forts Migrations Military Infantry and Militia Cavalry US Army Indigenous and Native Warrior Native American Heritage Transportation Roads Routes and Highways Wars and Conflicts Indian and Frontier Wars Westward Expansion