Rock Springs

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Rock Springs
Rock Springs
Rock Springs
Rock Springs
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Rugged landscapes, fascinating wildlife and a multicultural history make this city in southwest Wyoming a great getaway for families and nature lovers.

Scenic countryside, myriad wildlife, lively cultural festivals, art and history make Rock Springs a popular destination in southwest Wyoming. Rock Springs is famous for being a melting pot of cultures and lays claim to being home to 50-plus nationalities. This is evident in the city’s architecture and events.

Find Rock Springs’ major attractions split between Downtown Rock Springs and the surrounding countryside of Sweetwater County. Getting around the downtown area is comfortable on foot but you’ll need a car to reach the attractions beyond the city center.

Start your visit at the Rock Springs Historical Museum to learn about the city’s pioneer and mining heritage. Collect a self-guided walking tour of Rock Spring’s historic downtown. Spot significant landmarks such as the Stockgrowers Mercantile Company building, one of the city’s oldest buildings. See the work of local and national artists at the Community Fine Arts Center. Attend a concert or play at the Broadway Theater.

Stop for lunch at one of the many steakhouses and Western-style saloons or a restaurant showcasing the city’s Asian influences. Alternatively, enjoy a picnic in tree-lined Burning Park. Throughout the summer the park hosts free concerts and International Day, which celebrates the city’s multicultural heritage. Afterward, check out the archaeology and geology displays at the Western Wyoming Community College’s Natural History Museum. 

A visit to Rock Springs isn’t complete without exploring its magnificent surroundings. Hike, fish and go boating at Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. Spot birdlife amid the prairie and river of Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge. Look for wild horses, coyotes and eagles along the Pilot Butte Wild Horse Scenic Loop. Ride on horseback or drive a jeep across the rolling dunes of Killpecker Sand Dunes. Check out the desert buttes and badlands of Adobe Town.

Rock Springs is about a 5.5-hour drive from Denver and a 3-hour drive from Salt Lake City. Interstate highways and intercity buses connect Rock Springs with other major U.S. destinations. Expect warm summers and cold winters, when frequent snowfall creates a pristine blanket of white over the nearby mountains.

Sweetwater Lodge

Sweetwater Lodge

3 out of 5
525 Gateway Blvd, Rock Springs, WY
The price is P4,595 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P4,595
P5,192 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rock Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (861 reviews)
"The food wasn’t very good the gravy was canned and cold he eggs were bland and cold"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Sweetwater Lodge
Studio 6 Rock Springs WY Flaming Gorge

Studio 6 Rock Springs WY Flaming Gorge

2.5 out of 5
1635 North Elk, Rock Springs, WY
The price is P3,671 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
P3,671
P4,149 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rock Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (631 reviews)
4 night stay
"The check in Mgr was great! The signage is horrible to find into the wierd compound. Very clean. WiFi_TV worked great. Ice machine worked! Quite.Room was great."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Studio 6 Rock Springs WY Flaming Gorge
Best Western Outlaw Inn

Best Western Outlaw Inn

2.5 out of 5
1630 Elk St, Rock Springs, WY
The price is P5,833 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,833
P6,591 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rock Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (968 reviews)
"Great staff, rooms are fine."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

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Spacious Rock Springs Stay Near Shops & Dining!

Spacious Rock Springs Stay Near Shops & Dining!

3 out of 5
Rock Springs
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Rock Springs. Enjoy patios, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions White Mountain Mall and Rock Springs ...
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Red Canyon Lodge

Red Canyon Lodge

3 out of 5
2450 Red Canyon Ldg., Dutch John, UT
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Dutch John. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area, and hiking/biking on site.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"Beautiful property"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Red Canyon Lodge
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