Fort Bridger State Historic Site

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: Historic Site, State Park

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: Fort Bridger State Historic Site maintains and interprets historic structures and remnants from its 5 eras of occupation which include the Mountain Men, Mormons, Military, Milkbarn/ Motel and Museum. The site also interprets the many trails that came through Fort Bridger including the Oregon Trail, California Trail, Mormon Pioneer Trail, Pony Express Trail, Overland Trail, Cherokee Trail and Lincoln Highway. The fort is not far off the interstate and is a great place to stop, relax and learn our history.  Visit a full-scale replica of Jim Bridger's famous trading post on the Oregon Trail as well as the US Army fort and the old motor hotel rooms on the Lincoln Highway.

GETTING THERE:

pDriving Directions: Fort Bridger State Historic Site can be reached by taking Interstate 80, Exit 34 then going approximately three miles south.

TADA Accessible: Yes

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Open Space, ADA Accessible

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Restrooms, Seating, Picnic Tables, Grills, ADA Accessible

Pets: Allowed On-Leash

Additional Features: Historic Site, Museum, Picnic Shelter, Gazebo, ADA Accessible

Trash Cans: Yes

TRAIL DESCRIPTION:

Trail Activities: Walking, Running/Jogging, Bicycling, Dog Walking

Trail Difficulty: Easy

Trail Slope: Flat/Gentle

Trail Width: 2-4 ft

Trail Extras: Historic Sites

OTHER:

Programming Available: Education/Ranger Programs

Park Information: Maps, Brochures, Information Kiosk

Staffing & Safety: Employee/Ranger Present

Open Space Activities: Play frisbee or catch, Go for a walk or jog, Have a picnic, Do Yoga

Open Space Size: Larger than one football field in size

Open Space Shade: Some

Natural Water Feature: Creek/Stream