Granger Stage Station State Historic Site

Granger Stage Station State Historic Site is a stone building located in Wyoming at the confluence of two river forks. The structure features thick walls built to withstand harsh conditions and was designed to serve as a stopping point for travelers and cargo on long journeys across the territory.

The original earthen dugout was built in 1850, but the site was rebuilt in stone during 1856 and given a new name after the transformation. The rebuilt structure became an essential hub in the network of transit points that supported westward expansion across the region.

The station served as a transfer point for thousands of travelers, including writers Mark Twain and Horace Greeley during their western journeys.

The site is open daily from sunrise to sunset throughout the year and is accessible via a nearby freeway exit. This location is convenient to reach during a road trip through the region.

The building served a brief but crucial role in the Pony Express network during the early 1860s. Its function as a transfer point for mail and travelers reveals the importance of such stations in the region's early communication system.

Location: Granger

Inception: 1856

Website: https://wyoparks.wyo.gov/index.php/places-to-go/granger-stage-station

GPS coordinates: 41.59028,-109.96889

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23