Sublette County, Wyoming
Church of St. Hubert the Hunter and Library
Circle Ranch
Cora Townsite
Craig Cabin
Daniel School
DDZ Bridge over New Fork River
ENP Bridge over Green River
Father DeSmet's Prairie Mass Site
Fort Bonneville
Green River Drift Trail Traditional Cultural Property
Jensen Ranch
Lander Road-New Fork River Crossing
Log Cabin Motel
New Fork
Redick Lodge
Sommers Ranch Headquarters Historic District
Steele Homestead
Upper Green River Rendezvous Site
19th Century Interstate Highway
A Pause on a Journey
Ancient Pronghorn Kill Site
Astorian Camp
Buckskin Crossing of the Big Sandy River
Building the Lander Trail
Church of St. Hubert the Hunter and Library
Crossing the New Fork River
Elizabeth Paul
First Holy Mass in Wyoming
First Tie Drive on Green River
Fort Bonneville
Green River Rendezvous
Gros Ventre Lodge
Hoback Canyon
LaBarge Meadow
Lander Cut-Off Crossing
Lander Cut-Off Incident
Lieutenant J.C. Fremont's Week in Sublette County
Narcissa Prentiss Whitman
New Fork River Crossing
Of Cattle and Men
Parting of the Ways
Parting of the Ways
Pinckey W. Sublette
Pinedale Historic District
Pronghorn Antelope and the High Cold Desert
Rendezvous - Birth of an Empire
Rendezvous on the Green River
Reverend Samuel Parker
Rising to the Challenge of the New Fork River
Sand Springs - A Stop on the Oregon Trail
South Piney Creek
The First Engines: Oxen, Mules, and Horses
The Green River Drift
The Naming of a Lake
The Parting of the Ways
The Prairie of the Mass
To All Pioneers Who Passed This Way to Win and Hold the West
To All Pioneers Who Passed This Way to Win and Hold the West
Upper Green River Rendezvous
Welcome to the Riparian Community of Duck Creek
Wind River Mountains
Witherspoon Pass
"Hear Was Hundreds of Emigrants"
"Parting of the Ways"
"We Busy Ourselves in Various Ways"
The Best Mountain Road in the West
In the mid-1800s, the Oregon Trail brought even more settlers to Sublette County as they traveled westward in search of better opportunities. These pioneers established ranches and farms, taking advantage of the fertile soil and favorable climate for agriculture. The discovery of gold in nearby South Pass further fueled the region's growth, attracting prospectors in hopes of striking it rich.
By the late 1800s, the expansion of the railroad network had a transformative effect on Sublette County. The Union Pacific Railroad reached the region, opening up new avenues for trade and commerce. This led to the establishment of towns and the growth of industries such as timber, mining, and ranching. Sublette County became known for its vast grazing lands, attracting cattle ranchers from across the country.
In the 20th century, Sublette County continued to thrive as an agricultural and natural resource-based economy. The development of oil and gas fields in the area brought additional economic prosperity, and with it came new challenges and opportunities. Today, Sublette County is a mix of historic traditions and modern industries, with a strong focus on outdoor recreation, tourism, and energy production.
Brief timeline of the history of Sublette County, Wyoming:
- 1800s - Sublette County is inhabited by Native American tribes, primarily the Shoshone and the Crow.
- 1824 - The area is explored by fur trappers, including William Sublette, who the county is later named after.
- 1837 - The first permanent settlement, Fort Bonneville, is established along the Green River in present-day Sublette County.
- 1860s - The Oregon Trail brings an influx of settlers to the area, leading to the establishment of several small communities.
- 1875 - The town of Pinedale is founded and becomes the county seat.
- 1884 - Cattle ranching becomes an important industry in Sublette County.
- 1900s - The discovery of oil and natural gas leads to increased economic activity in the county.
- 1921 - The opening of the Sublette County Fair attracts locals and visitors alike.
- 1950s - The construction of the Fontenelle Dam on the Green River brings irrigation and hydroelectric power to the area.
- 1997 - Sublette County hosts the National High School Finals Rodeo, bringing national attention to the county.
This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Sublette County, Wyoming.