Tour operators bringing groups to Wyoming typically feature Yellowstone, the Grand Tetons and the Jackson Hole area as the centerpieces for their itineraries. Beyond those northwestern outposts, Campbell County is a destination that offers expanded adventures and historical attractions in other parts of the state.
The basics: Campbell County is situated in the high plains region of northeastern Wyoming between Devils Tower National Monument and the rugged Big Horn Mountains.
Top attractions: The region’s history is on display at three diverse attractions: the Wright Centennial Museum, the Rockpile Museum and the Frontier Auto Museum in Gillette. A visit to the Eagle Butte Coal Mine and Dry Fork Station provides a glimpse at why Campbell County is known as the Energy Capital of the Nation. As part of tours of the state-of-the-art, coal-fired plant, guides detail the production processes and describe how generations of locals have helped supply power throughout the United States.
Outdoor favorites: True to its cowboy heritage and agrarian roots, the county is a top spot for ranch tours. The Durham Buffalo Ranch near Wright offers programs that allow travelers to see buffalo up close and get a look at the inner workings of a modern-day farm. At the CAM-PLEX Multi-Event Facility in Gillette, they can enjoy a traditional Western rodeo most weeks of the year.
Annual festival: The Donkey Creek Festival, typically held in June, is a three-day event that features music, art and food.
Email Mary Silvernell of the Campbell County CVB or go to visitgillettewright.com to get more information.
Top photo: Frontier Auto Museum
Photo by Campbell County CVB
