Explore Riverton: The Rendezvous City’s Outdoor Experiences, Small-Town Charm, and Community Spirit

Explore Riverton: The Rendezvous City’s Outdoor Experiences, Small-Town Charm, and Community Spirit.

Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, we chat with Cindy Olson Roden, the Executive Director of the Riverton Chamber and Visitor Center in Wyoming. Join us as we journey to the heart of Fremont County—known as the Rendezvous City—where rivers, history, and adventure converge. Cindy shares what makes Riverton a unique destination, from its friendly small-town charm and vibrant business community to the incredible outdoor experiences.

DISCUSSUON

1. Overview of Riverton, Wyoming

• Location of Riverton (central Wyoming, proximity to Jackson Hole).

2. History and Significance of Riverton

• Referred to as the "Rendezvous City."
• Historical importance as a trading post where rivers converge.

3. Attractions Bringing Visitors to Riverton

• Less congestion compared to Yellowstone and Jackson.
• Location between the Wind River and Owl Creek mountain ranges.
• Appeal of a slower pace, friendliness of residents, and variety of activities.
• A hub for day trips and outdoor exploration.

4. Local Business Landscape

• Fremont Local (year-round farmer’s market), Rocky Mountain Burl (artisan furniture), local jade shop, pawn shops, Native American jewelry.
• Art galleries and retail outlets.

5. Website Tour and Visitor Resources

• Key attractions: Wind River Heritage Center, Riverton Museum, Castle Gardens petroglyph site, CATS (children’s museum).

6. Outdoor Recreation in and Around Riverton

• Outdoor attractions: river rafting, fly fishing, scenic drives to Wind River Canyon, Sinks Canyon, and Dubois.

7. Local Cuisine and Agricultural Products

• Popular coffee spots include Brown Sugar Roastery and The Roasted Bean.
• Trailhead (serving comfort food), Peretz (Italian cuisine), and drive-up coffee shops.
• Local beef, reflecting ranching and farming traditions.
• Local farmers' market produce
• Specialty products, such as raspberry jams from Sons of Harvest.

8. Native American Culture and Community

• Proximity to the only Indian reservation in Wyoming, with the Northern Arapaho and Eastern Shoshone tribes.
• Tribal casinos and Educational and cultural tours 
• Collaborative relationship with Native communities.

9. Annual Events and Community Activities

• Riverton Rendezvous Balloon Rally.
• Fremont County Fair and Rodeo.

LEARN MORE

Visit the Riverton website at https://wyriverton.com/ or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RivertonWYChamber/

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