Oldest Building in the State of Wyoming.
A fall view of the parade ground from "Old Bedlam" the oldest surviving structure at Fort Laramie and in the state of Wyoming, constructed in 1849.
In the summer living history interpreters bring the post to life, including the Post Trader in the refurnished 1849 store.
Special attention is given to helping our young visitors understand the past at Fort Laramie National Historic Site.
Overview of Fort Laramie as it exists today with many of the historic buildings fully restored and refurnished and numerous other ruins and foundations.
Tipis were a common scene at Fort Laramie from 1834-1872. At times, during treaty negotiations dozens of tipis could be found here.
Fall colors paint the parade grounds near Old Bedlam.
Ruins of the powder magazine within the winter snows.
Morning fog north of Fort Laramie
Riding past the Cavalry Barracks
Riding toward the parade ground
A salute to each state of the union in 1876.
965 Gray Rocks Road
Fort Laramie, WY 82212
965 Gray Rocks Road
Fort Laramie, WY 82212
Phone Number: 3078372221 Voice
Phone Number: 3078372120 Fax
Email Address: FOLA_Visitor_Information@nps.gov
Description:
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.
park designation:National Historic Site
The park is located in southeast Wyoming approximately 125 miles southeast of Casper, 100 miles north of Cheyenne and 55 miles west of Scottsbluff, Nebraska. From Interstate 25, take exit 92 to US Highway 26, proceed east to the town of Fort Laramie; turn right on State Route 160 and travel three miles to the park entrance. From westbound US 26, proceed west from Scottsbluff, Nebraska to the town of Fort Laramie; turn left on State Route 160 and continue three miles to the park entrance.
For detailed directions, please visit this link.
Directions
The park grounds are open from dawn until dusk every day of the year. Some historic buildings may be closed in winter. Post trader store and cavalry barracks are open daily - weather permitting.
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.