Wind River
The Wind River runs southeast past Dubois and Crowheart across the Wind River Indian Reservation to Riverton, then swings north into Boysen Reservoir and the Owl Creek Mountains, where it takes the Bighorn name.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Wind River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 185 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Two Ocean Mountain near Togwotee Pass, Wind River Range, Wyoming |
| Mouth | Becomes the Bighorn River at the Wedding of the Waters, Wyoming |
| State | Wyoming |
Boysen Dam forms Boysen Reservoir.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Wind River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- Wyoming: Wyoming Game and Fish Department ↗
Lakes on or near the Wind River
Lakes in our guide on or near this river:
Facts from Wind River (Wikipedia) ↗