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Dubois
Spend a half‑day in Dubois for museums, art guild and a quick bite; stay overnight only if you want a ranch experience.
Dubois is a small Old West town in the Wind River valley, about an hour east of Yellowstone and Grand Teton. Its attractions are clustered in the centre, so a half‑day covers the museum, the Bighorn Sheep Center and the arts guild, with lunch at a local café. Overnight stays are limited to ranches or motels if you prefer a rural night.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Aug (warm, good for fishing and riding)
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold, snow on roads)
- Airport
- JAC
- Nights
- 0–1
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 ▾
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- 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 Dubois911 ▾
- 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 Dubois, 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
- SafetyDubois is low‑crime; main risks are winter road conditions and limited cell coverage in remote areas.
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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.
- AirportJAC Jackson Hole Airport (About 70 km (45 mi) north via US‑26; shuttle or rental car needed).JAC Jackson Hole Airport (About 45 mi (70 km) north via US‑26; shuttle or rental car needed).
- Getting aroundCar is essential; US‑26/287 runs through town and connects to the Wyoming Centennial Scenic Byway.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café$2–$4
- Street or quick mealTaco at Tacos Esteban$5–$8
- BeerBeer at Rustic Pine Tavern$4–$6
- Budget bedMotel room, a night, per roomUS$90
- Mid-range bedRanch lodge room, a night, per roomUS$250
- High-end bedRanch lodge room, a night, per roomUS$400
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$120 · 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
- JAC Jackson Hole Airport (About 70 km (45 mi) north via US‑26; shuttle or rental car needed)JAC Jackson Hole Airport (About 45 mi (70 km) north via US‑26; shuttle or rental car needed)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Feb
Avoid
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Mar
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Apr
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
May
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Nov
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Dec
Avoid
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Best: Jun–Aug. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C) low), wettest May (9 rain days), driest Feb (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Dubois: 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
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C)
6 rd
Feb
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−11°C (12°F)12°F (−11°C)
5 rd
Mar
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
7 rd
Apr
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
8 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
Oct
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Nov
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
8 rd
Dec
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−11°C (12°F)12°F (−11°C)
7 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
Car is essential; US‑26/287 runs through town and connects to the Wyoming Centennial Scenic Byway. Walking covers the museum, arts guild and eateries.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Yellowstone National Park
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h round‑trip
US‑287 north, about 1 h 15 min drive
Long drive for a half‑day; consider an overnight stay near the park.
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.
3 Spear Ranch
Boutique ranch & resort, 1,200 acres
Absaroka Ranch
Ranch‑style lodging
Black Bear Inn
Inn in town centre
Chinook Winds Motel
Basic motel on 1st St
Stagecoach Motor Inn
Historic motor inn on Rams Horn St
Trail’s End Motel
Motel near US‑26
Twin Pines Lodge and Cabin
Cabins & lodge
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
- $80–$120 excl. bed
- Mid
- $120–$180 excl. bed
- High
- $180–$250 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room1 × 1 night × US$130 | US$130 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Car rental (compact, 3 days)2 × US$180 · check | US$360 |
| Museum entry2 × US$5 · check | US$10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$74 |
| Trip total≈ US$407 per person per day, bed included | US$814 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car‑rental not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | $2–$4 |
| Burgers at Lone Buffalo Steakhouse | $10–$15 |
| Taco at Tacos Esteban | $5–$8 |
| Beer at Rustic Pine Tavern | $4–$6 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads can be snowy in winter; check conditions before driving.
- Limited dining hours; some places close early in off‑season.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car rental (compact, 3 days): ≈ $150 total (check)
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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 Dubois. 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: Jun–Aug (warm, good for fishing and riding) · avoid Dec–Feb (cold, snow on roads) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 7 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a car‑rental guide for US‑26/287
- Link to ranch‑stay booking pages
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