Fort Laramie, WY

Fort Laramie is a tiny Wyoming town of 252 people along the North Platte River, reached via US Highway 26 from Interstate 25 near Torrington. The area sits at 4,200 feet elevation with a semi-arid climate. Long-distance visitors typically drive from Denver (180 miles) or Cheyenne (100 miles) via I-25, while locals use US 26 for regional trips. The main attraction is Fort Laramie National Historic Site, featuring 11 preserved buildings from the original 1800s military post that protected Oregon Trail emigrants.