fort bridger state historic site

We must have been the only visitors but the preservation of this once important fort on there Oregon trail is very well done. there is a lot to interest both those who want to understand the history of the period as well as things of interest for children (part perhaps for those dreaded teenagers). The barracks and houses are worth spending time over and the audiovisual presentations about the relationship with the indigenous people worth watching From here its worth taking through circular route through Flaming Gorge - only refreshment stop is Red canyon tourist centre, but that has spectacular views.There was no restaurant/ cafeteria inside Fort Bridger but just outside the entrance is a small shop which does drinks and hot snacks

Labor Day Weekend hosts the annual Rendezvous, a celebration of the Fur Trade Rendezvous Era that occurred in the Rocky Mountains between 1825-1840. Dozens of traders tents are set up on the grassy fields, hundreds of teepees and lean-tos are set up for the hundreds of traditionally dressed participants. There are childrens games, native american dancing and great food. We've made it a tradition and my kids love it. Adults who love history will love the preserved buildings that are open year round.

Labor day weekend is the HUGE Mountain Man Rendezvous at Fort Bridger,Wyoming. The event is a wonderful step back in time. People of all ages dress up in Period clothing and anyone can take part (entry to the event is free is you dress up) The cost to go is cheap at $4.00 with parking anywhere from free to $5.00. The exhibits, mercantile stores and displays are wonderful. People can purchase items that are handmade, crafted or basic materials to create your own. People were very friendly and welling to pose if asked for picture taking. It is and easy walk on level ground with no special requirements to handicapped people. (We saw wheelchairs nazigating the event with easy) The food court is typical foods found at such events. Buffalo burgers, Navajo Tacos and various fruits etc. Prices were reasonable and fair. We will be going back next year.

We planned to stay in Evanston overnight, and went out to Ft. Bridger for something to do. I was so glad we went. They have presented the remaining structures very well, and for the areas where the structures were no longer there, they have placards explaining what the area was used for. The people were helpful and knowledgeable.We happened to be there on Labor Day weekend during the Mountain Man Rendezvous, and it was fabulous! So many tents and teepees, and most of the people were dressed in period dress, even the visitors! There were kids games, competitions, etc. Can't wait to go again. Although Saturday afternoon and Sunday (we were told) are crazy busy with people there. We went early Saturday morning and stayed until noon-ish.

On Hwy 80 a great stop is good to know about. I decided to stop at Ft. Bridger since I like history. I wasn't disappointed. There were reenactors in at least two locations who were very well informed and easy to talk with. The replica of the original Ft. Bridger trading post also had items for sale, so it felt like you had stepped back in time to be part of the action. There is a huge museum with a 30-minute film, many displays, interactive computer displays and maps. I am very glad i stopped.

We stumbled across this lovely attraction by chance. The site has been lovingly care for and the staff were very approachable and knowledgable. As Brits abroad, we only knew a little of the history of the area and we came away with a far greater understanding and respect for the pioneers/people who travelled through and worked in this fascinating landscape. I urge you to visit this lovely museum and venue, it deserves your attention, as do the dedicated staff.

We stopped at Fort Bridger, toured all of the original buildings, then toured the reconstructed Fort Bridger, found all of the history, very interesting.

Unfortunately we were not here for one of there celebrations and we really stumbled on this place while driving on I-80 heading back home after a 2 month trip out West including the Lewis and Clark trail from St Louis to Oregon . From the time I pulled up to the admission gate where I meet one of the nicest men-found out later he was the father of a person in the gift shop and our guide through the exhibit-but he was so freely giving us information I felt like I saw the Fort before we started. The fort was somewhat spread out and not as easy to negotiate as I was using a walker and a lot of the trails were gravel but much was easy to get to by car- The daughter in the Gift shop exhibit center was very knowledge about the fort and made you feel like you were living the age-I was unable to get to the old fort because of walkways which I hope they someday pave as I really would nave liked to get there. The buildings were well keep up and in the old store was a young lady who also was very knowledgeable of the activities in the old fort The fort also had history of the Oregon Trail which we had started on once we got into Oregon and was a part of it-

It is hard to imagine a summer going by without a visit to Fort Bridger. It is especially fun on Labor Day weekend for the rendezvous, but any day is great. There is a lot to learn, but it is also fun just to wander building to building and picture yourself in the setting.

Fort Bridger was an actual civilian fort at one time until it was taken over by the military. The actual stockade was auctioned off in the past but volunteers have built a replica. There are other buildings that are replicas but plenty of actual buildings from when it was a working fort. The one building, in the stockade, that I believe was original had many artifacts from the fort as well as others from that period. It was eye-opening to see how much work the people of that day had to do just living day-to-day.The Victorian-styled house built for the Commanding Officer was surprisingly large and nice for the time period and location -- and for the fact it was used for only a few years. (And we thought the government only started to waste money in more modern times!!) Even the junior officers' housing was more spacious than what I would have expected. Other housing was as small as expected. Be prepared to do some walking because the buildings are spread out over a large area.It's well worth the time if you like historical or military type places. It could be seen in about an hour if you are not interested in looking at everything. We could have spent 3-4 hours if we would have had time.

Well worth searching this out if in the area. Very close to I-80. Very well done historic park with some buildings open and furnished with period things. A couple of the places even have people to answer questions. Worth the price of admission. Besides nice bathrooms they also have a covered area to picnic so take a lunch like we did.

We've never been the type drawn to Civil War reenactments and such activities, but when we saw this Labor Day event occurred when we were in the area, we decided to give an hour or so to check it out. It was like a step back into the times of Lewis and Clark, complete with beaver trapping lessons, hand-tooled implements, and more fur than I have ever seen.........ever!It would have been great with the temperature at 80 degrees instead of 95, but it didn't stifle the enthusiasm of the participants. Traditional clothing was everywhere, ranging from the leathers of the trappers and beaded dress of the native dancers, to the hoop skirts and parasols of the fine ladies from back east. There were demonstrations of traditional skills, fun events like a frying pan toss, and lots of kids running around with toy guns and wooden knives having good, innocent fun that would be politically incorrect in another setting. Food was everywhere. Tacos, chili, bison burgers, and other traditional favorites, along with the basic burgers, hot dogs, and fries. There was a long line for Bison Brew and other beverages. Not sure if they were alcohol. If you're not offended by tent after tent of fur pelts, and are not unnerved by gun toting mountain men at every turn, I'd suggest this event. The inventive implements of the era and the skilled craftsmanship and beauty of the handmade garments was enough to make it a hit for me.

We went to the Moutain Man Rendezvous during the Labor Day weekend and spent an afternoon there. It was very interesting to see a lot of people dressed up and it felt like you were in the 1800s. There are lots of booths selling leadther made backpacks, wooden swore and etc. We went to check out the museum and watched the tranditional dancing. It would be a fun stop and experience the site.

I was very impressed with the sites and everything I saw. I was highly impressed with all the history. I was able to go back in time and physically see what I could only imagine prior to the trip. Seeing what the soldiers of that era had compared to my military career was amazing. Being in a member of the Frontier Camping Fellowship, this trip has been very inspiring and gave me many ideas. It is a trip I recommend for any frontier enthusiast to make.

We visited Fort Bridger during the Mountain Man Rendezvous. In addition to the many tents set up for the rendezvous (which was very interesting and fun to see everyone dressed up in period clothing) the site itself has old historic buildings and a museum with artifacts and information about the early Mormon pioneers and the pioneers traveling the Oregon Trail.