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Fort Laramie
Half a day: walk the fort grounds and museum, then drive on. Not a base — sleep in Torrington or Douglas.
Fort Laramie is a tiny town (pop. 230) whose reason to exist is the Fort Laramie National Historic Site — a restored 19th-century fur-trade post and military fort on the Oregon, California and Mormon trails. The site takes 2–3 hours to see. There is no reason to stay overnight unless you are passing through on a road trip and need a bed.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold, some facilities closed)
- Airports
- CPR · LAR
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Fort Laramie911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Fort Laramie, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCPR Casper–Natrona County International Airport (About 1.5 h drive; rental car needed).
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Budget bedMotel room in Douglas (double), a night, per roomUS$65
- Mid-range bedMotel room in Torrington (double), a night, per roomUS$100
- High-end bedMotel room in Torrington (double), a night, per roomUS$150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$100 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CPR Casper–Natrona County International Airport (About 1.5 h drive; rental car needed) · LAR Laramie Regional Airport (About 1.5 h drive; rental car needed)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Feb
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Nov
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Dec
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C) low), wettest May (10 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Fort Laramie: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
5 rd
Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
6 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
7 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
8 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
10 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
6 rd
Oct
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
6 rd
Nov
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
5 rd
Dec
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. The historic site is 3 miles southwest of town on WY-160. Parking is free.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Torrington
goDoor to door: 20 min
US-26 east, about 20 min
Largest nearby town for supplies, restaurants and motels.
Douglas
goDoor to door: 30 min
US-26 west, about 30 min
Another service town with the Wyoming Pioneer Memorial Museum.
Lusk
goDoor to door: 40 min
US-20 east, about 40 min
Stagecoach museum and a quiet main street.
Casper
goDoor to door: 1.5 h
US-26 west, about 1.5 h
Largest city in central Wyoming; full services and the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Torrington (20 min east)
More motels and restaurants than Fort Laramie itself.
Douglas (30 min west)
Another option with chain hotels and dining.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room in Torrington (double)1 × 1 night × US$100 | US$100 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| Fort Laramie National Historic Site entry (per vehicle)1 × US$20 · check; America the Beautiful pass accepted | US$20 |
| Gas fill-up (approx. 15 gallons)1 × US$45 | US$45 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$37 |
| Trip total≈ US$201 per person per day, bed included | US$402 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Burger and fries | $10–15 |
| Motel room (Torrington or Douglas) | $70–150 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $3–4 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- The fort grounds close at dusk; check the NPS site for seasonal hours.
- No gas station or grocery in town — fill up in Torrington or Douglas.
- Cell service can be spotty inside the fort; download the NPS app offline map beforehand.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
No consulates in Wyoming. Nearest: Denver (CO).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Fort Laramie National Historic Site entry (per vehicle): about $20 (check)
- Gas station (Torrington or Douglas): no gas in Fort Laramie itself
No cell service inside the fort; download the NPS app offline map.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Fort Laramie. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Dec–Feb (cold, some facilities closed) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place page for Fort Laramie National Historic Site with verified hours and fees.
- Eat pages for the two restaurants in town (check).
- Day-trip pages for Torrington and Douglas with motel and dining anchors.
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