Fort Washakie

Fort Washakie is a historic settlement center within the Wind River Indian Reservation that today primarily serves as the seat of tribal government administration. The area contains various administrative buildings and community facilities located along the main route through the reservation.

The location was founded in 1869 as a military outpost and named after a prominent Shoshone leader. By 1878 the fort was formally established as an Army post and became tied to tribal administration during the early reservation period.

This location remains a living center for the Eastern Shoshone people, where tribal gatherings and ceremonies mark the calendar throughout the year. Visitors can sense the presence of indigenous traditions in how people use the space and come together in this community.

Visitors should understand this is a functioning administrative center, so access to certain buildings may be limited. The best time to explore is outside peak hours when you can move more freely through the area.

The location holds two significant burial sites connected to historical figures who shaped the region's past. These graves represent a deeper connection between local and broader American history that visitors often miss.

Location: Fremont County

Inception: 1869

GPS coordinates: 43.00639,-108.88222

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:43