Fort Fetterman Historic Site — Attraction in Douglas

One of many historic sites in Wyoming. We visited while camping in the Douglas area. The fort's exhibits and preserved artifacts are amazing. Ian, the fort's on-site host, was friendly and knowledgeable, providing information and cold water to slake our thirst on a hot, sunny day. Make sure to take the self-guided walking tour of the grounds, and enjoy the view from a gazebo above the North Platte river. Keep your eyes on the ground occasionally, because we saw a small horned toads, and found a few old style nails with square heads on one of the pathways. Remember, take only pictures, not exposed...

We saw the sign off the interstate and went here before getting gas. It’s 7 miles on a quiet road off the interstate and you won’t miss it when you get there. If you like history and military history then this is a great place to stop. There is a lot of history there and two building with exhibits in them. You can tour the old site and look at the markers and if you do decide to go on the walk, they’ll give you water. We also visited the old cemetery which was cool to see too.

I liked it. It made a long drive feel like vacation so if you ever get bored of driving it’s s...

The 7 mile drive off I-25 to the fort is signed and easy to do. There is no entrance fee, but donations are appreciated. Bathrooms are available.

This was one in a series of forts along the "Bozeman" trail, and the sign posts displayed throughout the site are very informative. We were also provided a pamphlet with more information. The little visitors center has nice displays as well.

Our 'leashed' dog walked the...