Douglas
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Countryside and towns · Wyoming · 13k people
Douglas
“Home of the Jackalope”
Where the prairie meets the sky and the jackalope roams.
Wyoming Cowboys goldWyoming flag bluePrairie earth brown
Welcome to Douglas and Converse County—where the prairie meets the river and the jackalope rules. Whether you're here for the fishing, the rodeo, or just passing through, you'll find a friendly handshake and a good cup of cowboy coffee.
Clubs for Douglas
No clubs for Douglas yet.
The room
One room for everyone around Douglas. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
Ask the neighbours
AllA good plumber, the best tacos, a lost cat: nobody has asked yet. Be the first.
Coming up
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Marketplace
Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around Douglas. Sign in to sell something.
Things to do
- Fort Fetterman State Historic Site A well-preserved frontier military post on the North Platte.
- Ayres Natural Bridge Park A natural sandstone arch over LaPrele Creek, great for picnics.
- Jackalope Statue World's largest jackalope, a quirky roadside icon in Douglas.
- Douglas Railroad Interpretive Center Local railroad heritage and model trains in the old depot.
- Glenrock Paleontological Museum Fossils and dinosaur exhibits from the area's rich prehistoric past.
- Wyoming State Fairgrounds Home of the state fair and year-round events in Douglas.
- Outdoors Fish the North Platte
- Outdoors Hunt deer and antelope
- With kids Visit the Jackalope statue
- With kids Explore Fort Fetterman
- Evenings Local bars with country music
- Evenings Rodeo dances
- Locals love Local diners
- Locals love Feed and ranch supply stores
Through the year
- Wyoming State Fair August The state's biggest summer gathering, with livestock shows, carnival rides, and concerts.
- Jackalope Days June A quirky community festival celebrating Douglas's jackalope legend with parades, food, and family fun.
- Fort Fetterman Living History Days Summer Reenactments and pioneer demonstrations at the historic fort site.
Semi-arid high plains climate with big temperature swings. Best time to be out is late spring to early fall. Best: Late spring through early fall is ideal—warm days and cool nights.
Getaways
- Casper Largest nearby city with museums, restaurants, and the North Platte River.
- Torrington–Wheatland Small-town charm and the Oregon Trail history.
- Laramie Home of the University of Wyoming and the Snowy Range.
- Gillette Energy boom town with nearby recreation at Keyhole State Park.
Local flavour
Rooting for Wyoming Cowboys (NCAA), Denver Broncos (NFL)
Eat and drink
- Beef steak Grilled beef steak, often from local ranches
- Chicken fried steak A classic Wyoming comfort food
- Cowboy coffee Strong black coffee, often made over a campfire
Where people go
- Ranches Working cattle ranches across the open plains
- Rodeo arenas Small-town rodeo grounds hosting local events
- Fort Fetterman Historic military outpost near Douglas
- North Platte River The river running through the county, a hub for fishing and recreation
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Nearby
Every areaCasperWyomingWhere the prairie meets the mountain.Torrington–WheatlandWyomingBig skies, honest work, and the Oregon Trail’s footsteps.Newcastle–SundanceWyomingSmall-town heart, big-sky soul.LaramieWyomingWhere the high plains meet the Snowy RangeGilletteWyomingBig skies, deep mines, and open hearts.Hot SpringsSouth DakotaWarm waters, cool hillsScottsbluffNebraskaWhere the plains meet the bluff.CheyenneWyomingA warm welcome on the high plains
Converse County, WY. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.