Fort Fred Steele State Historic Site

Fort Fred Steele sits at the intersection of the North Platte River and the Union Pacific Railroad, featuring remaining foundations and historic military structures.

The fort, established in 1868 to protect the transcontinental railroad construction, hosted meetings with Generals Ulysses S. Grant and William Tecumseh Sherman.

The military installation merged railroad protection duties with regional law enforcement, influencing the development of transportation and security in Wyoming Territory.

Visitors can access the state historic site from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with operating hours from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily.

The 1878 White River War marked a significant period for the fort when its troops faced substantial losses during the Battle of Milk Creek.

Location: Carbon County

Website: https://wyoparks.wyo.gov/index.php/places-to-go/fort-fred-steele

Website: https://wyoparks.wyo.gov/index.php/places-to-go/fort-fred-steele

GPS coordinates: 41.77833,-106.94750

Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:04