Rock Springs / Green River KOA

Flaming Gorge Reservoir

Flaming Gorge Reservoir is a 91-mile lake offering superb boating and trophy fishing. In 1968, the lake and surrounding area in southern Wyoming and northeastern Utah was designated a National Recreation Area to preserve its natural beauty and enhance its many recreational opportunities.

Historical Rock Springs

Rock Springs is a unique city with a fascinating history! Well known by trappers, explorers, and Overland Stage passengers; Rock Springs became a gathering place for cowboys and ranchers, site of the Chinese riot of 1885 and a major coal source for the Union Pacific Railroad. Pick up a brochure for a self-guided walking tour of historic downtown Rock Springs.

Western Wyoming Community College Dinosaur Exhibit

You can see complete full-sized dinosaur skeletons (casts) at Western Wyoming Community College. A Tyrannosaurus Rex, Stegosaurus, Triceratops and other species are on display.

Community Fine Arts Center

The Community Fine Arts Center in Rock Springs is an art lover’s jewel in southwest Wyoming’s high desert country -- a cultural oasis offering a permanent collection and changing displays of fine art as well as a year round schedule of performing arts programs.

Historic Green River

Green River was a vital crossroads in the development of the western frontier. The city is rich in western history and served as a stopover for both the Overland Stage Line and the Pony Express. In addition, several major emigrant trails passed nearby, including the Oregon, California, Mormon and Cherokee trails. With the arrival of the transcontinental railroad in 1868, Green River was firmly established as a major western destination and railroad buffs still enjoy a visit to the working railroad today. Near downtown is Expedition Island National Historic Site - where John Wesley Powell began his famous explorations for the Green River.

Wyoming’s Big Show - The Sweetwater Fair (first week in Aug)

Experience fun, food and Wyoming’s best at Wyoming’s Big Show; a community celebration and gathering place featuring an extensive variety of exciting family orientated events. Visitors will be treated to educational exhibits, intricate handicrafts from talented local artisans, a diverse selection of delicious food and nightly concerts. Wyoming’s Big Show features contests for the whole family various daily attractions, livestock shows and more. There’s something for everyone.

For more information

For more information on the local area attractions and events, please visit the chamber of commerce website at http://www.tourwyoming.com/.