Welcome to Campbell County!
Most of the visitors who travel to Wyoming do so in search of the Wild West. And while the northeastern region does boast its fair share of ranches and rodeos, it’s known for its minerals—coal, oil and gas and uranium, to name a few. This small section of the United States is most commonly referred to as the Energy Capital of the Nation. More than one-fourth of all American coal is mined from the Powder River Basin in Campbell County, which is in high demand today because it is low in sulfur—i.e., low emissions.
Gillette began as a railroad terminal in 1891, and today it is a commercial center for the agricultural and mining industries. Visitors can expect to see an average of 85 coal trains daily snaking their way along the railroad tracks. In the summer, visitors are encouraged to hop on a coal mine tour to see how this black gold is mined. Campbell County is the second largest producer of oil in the state, was the leading crude oil producer in 2010. Gas is also produced in Campbell County, and is piped south to Colorado and east to Nebraska.
The city boasts excellent parks, golf courses, recreational facilities and the state’s premier multi-use facility, CAM-PLEX. Residents rarely mutter the phrase, “There’s nothing to do!” as there are a variety of events offered throughout the year—from rodeos to fairs to concerts and theatrical productions to hockey games and music festivals. And, if you’re wild about wildlife, nearly 77,000 pronghorn call this region home, along with a multitude of mule deer, turkey, sage grouse and more wild animals.
Gillette in Action
Don’t just take our word for it – see for yourself how wonderful Gillette is in our online Photo Gallery. There are images of business ventures, Chamber events and ribbon cuttings, cityscapes, local wildlife, recreation, stunning landscapes, and so much more! View Photo Gallery.
Visitor Information
The Chamber’s more than 600 member companies are here to help make your stay memorable. Select a category below to view lists of accommodations, restaurants, recreational activities, transportation services, and other attractions. If you're looking for others, please visit the Business Directory.
Want more information?
The Chamber’s map, produced by Spring Hill Press, includes detailed maps of Campbell County and the cities of Gillette, Hulett, Moorcroft and Wright, Wyoming. View the online version of the map.
For a free visitor packet, contact the Campbell County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Gillette Visitor Center
1810 S. Douglas Highway, Suite A
Gillette, WY 82718
(307) 686-0040
Winter Hours (October 3-May 24): Open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Closed weekends and holidays.
Summer Hours (May 25): 8 a.m.-7 p.m., seven days a week
Coal Mine Tours
June through August, the Campbell County Convention and Visitors Bureau hosts FREE Coal Mine Tours. For more information on these tours, contact the Gillette Visitor Center at (307) 686-0040.
Wright Visitor Center
U.S. Highway 387 (next to Panther Pond)
Wright, WY 82732
(307) 464-0079
October 3-31: Open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed weekends and holidays.
Winter Hours (November 1-May 24): Closed
Summer Hours start May 25: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. seven days a week, until further notice