
Forts & citadels
Fort Laramie National Historic Site
Fort Laramie, United States
Fort Laramie, established in 1834, was initially a fur trading post before becoming a crucial military outpost on the Oregon Trail. It played a pivotal role in westward expansion, serving as a meeting ground for trappers, traders, and tribes.
Good to know
- Crowds
- Usually quiet
- Best months
- Jun–Oct
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