Rock Springs, WY

Travel Guide

Rock Springs
Rock Springs
Rock Springs
Rock Springs
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Rugged landscapes, fascinating wildlife and a multicultural history make this city in southwest Wyoming a great getaway for families and nature lovers.

Scenic countryside, myriad wildlife, lively cultural festivals, art and history make Rock Springs a popular destination in southwest Wyoming. Rock Springs is famous for being a melting pot of cultures and lays claim to being home to 50-plus nationalities. This is evident in the city’s architecture and events.

Find Rock Springs’ major attractions split between Downtown Rock Springs and the surrounding countryside of Sweetwater County. Getting around the downtown area is comfortable on foot but you’ll need a car to reach the attractions beyond the city center.

Start your visit at the Rock Springs Historical Museum to learn about the city’s pioneer and mining heritage. Collect a self-guided walking tour of Rock Spring’s historic downtown. Spot significant landmarks such as the Stockgrowers Mercantile Company building, one of the city’s oldest buildings. See the work of local and national artists at the Community Fine Arts Center. Attend a concert or play at the Broadway Theater.

Stop for lunch at one of the many steakhouses and Western-style saloons or a restaurant showcasing the city’s Asian influences. Alternatively, enjoy a picnic in tree-lined Burning Park. Throughout the summer the park hosts free concerts and International Day, which celebrates the city’s multicultural heritage. Afterward, check out the archaeology and geology displays at the Western Wyoming Community College’s Natural History Museum. 

A visit to Rock Springs isn’t complete without exploring its magnificent surroundings. Hike, fish and go boating at Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. Spot birdlife amid the prairie and river of Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge. Look for wild horses, coyotes and eagles along the Pilot Butte Wild Horse Scenic Loop. Ride on horseback or drive a jeep across the rolling dunes of Killpecker Sand Dunes. Check out the desert buttes and badlands of Adobe Town.

Rock Springs is about a 5.5-hour drive from Denver and a 3-hour drive from Salt Lake City. Interstate highways and intercity buses connect Rock Springs with other major U.S. destinations. Expect warm summers and cold winters, when frequent snowfall creates a pristine blanket of white over the nearby mountains.

Sweetwater Lodge

Sweetwater Lodge

3 out of 5
525 Gateway Blvd, Rock Springs, WY
The price is NT$2,406 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$2,406
NT$2,718 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rock Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (899 reviews)
"Property and room was clean. Very easy check in."

Reviewed on 2025/8/19

Sweetwater Lodge
Studio 6 Rock Springs WY Flaming Gorge

Studio 6 Rock Springs WY Flaming Gorge

2.5 out of 5
1635 North Elk, Rock Springs, WY
The price is NT$2,523 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
NT$2,523
NT$2,850 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rock Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (651 reviews)
Great service
"Everything was great. The only issue i have is not being able to watch tv in color. I dont mind black and white but the tvs brightness is all the way down. The only way you can visibly see the tv is with the lights off. Thats just cable. I dont know if it would be different if you hook a hdmi cable ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/16

Studio 6 Rock Springs WY Flaming Gorge
Best Western Outlaw Inn

Best Western Outlaw Inn

2.5 out of 5
1630 Elk St, Rock Springs, WY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$2,938 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
NT$2,938
NT$3,320 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rock Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (978 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet"

Reviewed on 2025/8/17

Best Western Outlaw Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Spacious Rock Springs Stay Near Shops & Dining!

Spacious Rock Springs Stay Near Shops & Dining!

3 out of 5
Rock Springs
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Rock Springs. Enjoy patios, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions White Mountain Mall and Rock Springs ...
Spacious Rock Springs Stay Near Shops & Dining!
Red Canyon Lodge

Red Canyon Lodge

3 out of 5
2450 Red Canyon Ldg., Dutch John, UT
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Dutch John. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area, and hiking/biking on site.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"There was a restaurant, we stayed in Uintah 1 and the AC was great for the afternoon heat. Fishing was ok caught 1 brook trout fished for about an hour."

Reviewed on 2025/8/5

Red Canyon Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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