Wyoming State Parks

It’s not too late to join the FREE challenge – walk the WY Oregon Trail from anywhere! 🥾

Ever wondered what it was like for the pioneers to cross the plains on the Oregon Trail? Now you can find out without leaving your neighborhood!

Join our virtual walking challenge and track your progress through the historic route. The further you go, the more history, information, and photos you unlock about important trail destinations.

How to Join:
- Download the Pacer app.
- Enter Org Code: DJ110052
- Select your route!
- East Wyoming Challenge: Virtually hike from Fort Laramie to Independence Rock (154 miles).
- West Wyoming Challenge: Virtually hike from South Pass to Fort Bridger (196 miles).

🏅 Free Registration & Medals:
Participation and finisher medals are free, but limited to the first 1,000 individuals or groups! To secure your medal, you must confirm and complete your selected route between May 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026.

Getting your steps in is easy: Pacer automatically syncs with Apple Health, Apple Watch, Google Fit, Samsung Health, Fitbit, and Garmin (or you can enter steps manually).

Cyclists and other athletes: There is a built-in conversion chart so your activity miles count toward the trail, too!

🔗 For detailed registration instructions, visit: Bit.ly/OregonTrailWY

Photos courtesy of the Wyoming State Archives.

Thanks for a great kickoff to season 2 of ! ☀️🎶

Shawn Hess set the perfect tone for a summer of trailside music at Guernsey State Park

Don't miss these awesome artists as we continue our series across the state:

Box of Rocks
📅 July 11, 2026
📍 Seminoe State Park
🥾 Optional Hike: 6 p.m.
🎵 Performance: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
ℹ️ Tunes on the Trail with Box of Rocks

The Tinderwoods
📅 August 15, 2026
📍 South Pass City State Historic Site
🥾 Optional Hike: 4:30 p.m.
🎵 Performance: 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
ℹ️ Tunes on the Trail with The Tinderwoods

Pathfinder
📅 August 22, 2026
📍 Hot Springs State Park
🥾 Optional Hike: 5:30 p.m.
🎵 Performance: 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
ℹ️ Tunes on the Trail with Pathfinder

To learn more about each event, please contact the individual site.

While standard day-use fees apply for park entry at Guernsey State Park and Seminoe State Park ($7 per vehicle for Wyoming residents and $12 per vehicle for non-residents) and general admission applies at South Pass City State Historic Site ($4 for Wyoming residents, $8 for non-residents, with free admission for kids 17 & under) the Tunes on the Trail events are free to attend. Entry to Hot Springs State Park is always free. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early and explore the park to make the most of their visit.

This program is proudly presented in partnership with the Wyoming Arts Council, Wyoming State Parks and the Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation.