Experience the Wonder and Beauty of Northeast Wyoming!

Travel and tourism are critical segments of Wyoming's economy. As residents and visitors experience the state’s phenomenal outdoor and cultural draws, their expenditures support individual businesses, create employment opportunities and support entire communities through the associated taxes.
Northeast Wyoming has a wealth of incredible attractions to satisfy the curiosities of folks of all ages. From a national monument and an international event to state parks and historical sites, the region has many unique experiences to fill a lazy afternoon or a week-long vacation!

Travel and Tourism Significance

This spring, Powder River Energy Corporation celebrates the travel and tourism industry's significance in economic growth, job creation, new businesses, and the quality of life of the communities in its service area. The U.S. Travel Association indicates travel had an economic impact of $2.8 trillion in 2023, equivalent to 2.5% of the U.S. GDP, while supporting 15 million jobs! The Wyoming Office of Tourism reported in The Economic Impact of Travel in Wyoming that 2023 travel spending in Wyoming was $4.8 billion, up 6.5% from 2022. The travel impact in northeast Wyoming, defined as Campbell, Crook, Johnson, Sheridan and Weston Counties, is considerable. Combined estimated data for the five countries include $127.6 million in earnings, $23.1 million in tax receipts and 3,527 jobs.  

Year-round impact

While events like National Travel and Tourism Week occur in specific periods, the effects of travel and tourism occur year-round. For northeast Wyoming, here are some of the most notable draws. 

A unique event coming to the region is the International Pathfinder Camporee, held in Gillette from August 5-11. More than 55,000 individuals from over 100 countries are expected to attend this leadership and spiritual right of passage for youth and adults as they play, share, learn and worship together. The event will be held at the CAM-PLEX, ​​a multi-event center with campgrounds, a convention hall, a fine arts theater, a 21-acre park, rodeo grounds and more.

The region’s most recognizable feature is likely Devils Tower National Monument. More than 511,000 people visited the iconic monolith in Crook County, the second-highest visitation rate ever.

Keyhole State Park, just a short drive from Devils Tower, has excellent swimming, hiking, boating, water skiing, camping and some of Wyoming’s largest fish. Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site marks the fort built in 1866 to protect gold prospectors and travelers along the Bozeman Trail. Sheridan’s Trail End State Historic Site highlights the electric lights, telephones and a coal-fired furnace that were all the latest technology when constructed in 1913. The Connor Battlefield State Historic Site near Ranchester recalls the 1865 battle between U.S. troops and Arapaho Indians, with modern amenities like camping, fishing and Tongue River access. 

Northeast Wyoming awaits!

Powder River Energy Corporation is proud to serve the people and businesses of such a unique region. We encourage you to utilize the fantastic resources at Travel Wyoming to learn more about the area and step off the beaten path by visiting northeast Wyoming for an unforgettable experience!