GRANGER Once a center for fur trappers, Granger became an integral crossroads for many pioneers seeking westward passage. A popular stop along the way was the Granger Stage Station State Historic Site. Originally built in the 1850s for the Overland Trail, the station also attracted travelers from other famous routes, including the Pony Express and the Oregon, California and Mormon trails. Today, you can step inside the old building, explore trail monuments and learn about the history of fur trapping, trading and the stagecoach industry. WAMSUTTER Originally inhabited by the Shoshone and Ute tribes, Wamsutter was founded in 1868 to service the Transcontinental Railroad. Nowadays, it’s a base for sheep ranching and natural-resource development — not to mention a prime destination for spotting local wildlife. Admire southwest Wyoming’s sagebrush desert and observe its unique critters — including North America’s only herd of desert elk — and hike along miles of nature trails with a camera and binoculars so you don’t miss any animal sightings. Town of Superior SWEETWATER EVENTS COMPLEX & SPEEDWAY Top: Jenissa Meredith Set against the beauty of the White Mountain, Sweetwater Events Complex offers year-round fun for all ages. With 320 acres of space, this facility is one of the largest in Wyoming and hosts a variety of events. Wild West fans can watch talented cowpokes at thrilling rodeos, like the Red Desert Roundup Rodeo. Celebrate summer with family and friends during Wyoming’s Big Show featuring carnival rides, concerts and more. Or enjoy a fall weekend of fast-paced excitement as horses and jockeys thunder across the track during the Sweetwater Downs race series. For those who crave the sweet roar of engines, you won’t want to miss out on the stock car and motocross races happening at the Sweetwater County Speedway, located at the Sweetwater Events Complex. Discover more events at sweetwaterevents.com or sweetwaterspeedway.com . 3320 Yellowstone Rd., Rock Springs, WY 82901 EXPLORE WY.COM 7
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