Fort Bridger, Wyoming

When traveling we try to go for a few days then stop and spend two nights in one spot to take a break from the driving.   One such stop was Fort Bridger, Wyoming, a major point along the Oregon Trail that many settlers took on their move West.  Below is a replica of the stockade fort as it originally stood.

The stockade fort was only 100 feet by 100 feet and had a similar protected area for stock off to the side.  Inside was Jim Bridger’s quarters and the trading post area along with a blacksmiths spot for repair of wagons and other services to the travelers

In later years the fort became a military post that was upgraded substantially with masonry buildings and nice residences.

Today, Fort Bridger was a nice respite on our trip West and the town while still a farming community is still a nice stop along the I-80 corridor West.