Museum of the Mountain Man

The Museum of the Mountain Man displays artifacts, documents, and collections that chronicle the Rocky Mountain fur trade in North America from 1820 to 1840. The exhibition centers on objects and records from this trading period along with the locations where these activities took place.

The museum preserves the legacy of mountain men who lived in the wilderness during the 1820s and 1830s, conducting trade with Native American peoples. This period shaped the early exploration and economic development of western North America.

The name honors the trappers and traders who made their lives in this region. Visitors can see how these people shaped their daily routines and what marks they left on the landscape.

The museum welcomes visitors from May through October during regular hours, while winter visits from November to April require advance arrangements. Plan your visit ahead since seasonal schedules affect when you can explore the collections.

The museum publishes an annual peer-reviewed journal focused on scholarship about the fur trade period and its broader significance. This publication establishes the institution as a research center that continues to advance knowledge about this era.

Location: Pinedale

Opening Hours: May 01-October 31 09:00-17:00; November 1-April 30 by appt

Website: https://museumofthemountainman.com

GPS coordinates: 42.86891,-109.85233

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:25