"Fort Bridger State Historic Site" Fort Bridger by Yaqui

Fort Bridger Travel Guide: 13 reviews and 42 photos

Fort Bridger began as a simple trading post established by Jim Bridger and Louis Vasquez in 1843 to service the emigrants as a supply stop along the Oregon Trail. It was obtained by the Mormons in the early 1850's and then became a military outpost in 1858. It very location was essential to the western expansions of mountain men, Indians, emigrants, Pony Express, overland stage, the Union, and the U.S. Army.

It remained U.S. government property until 1890. It was later abondon and many of the buildings where sold and moved off. Then in 1933 is was dedicated as a historical landmark and museum.

Pros and Cons

Pros:A wonderful learning tool and reminder of the hardships of our soldiers and pioneers.
Cons:Sadly many structures were lost.
In a nutshell:A great place to spend a relaxing day.

Intro Updated Aug 27, 2009
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Fort Bridger Pony Express Monument - Fort Bridger

Fort Bridger Pony Express Monument Things to Do (6)

The marker reads: Fort Bridger Established in 1858 As a military post Aslo Pony Express Station And on the Old Oregon... more travel advice

1887 Guard House Things to Do (6)

This is the 1887 Guard House. It kind of sits all by itself. I am surprised that someone hadn't bought it, but maybe... more travel advice

Carter's Freight Wagon Things to Do (6)

This wagon belonged to Judge W. A. Carter, a pioneer rancher. It nicely covered under a cover to keep it... more travel advice

1880 Barracks- Museum Things to Do (6)

Although, many of the original buidlings are gone or in decay, the ones that are left are special. They stand now in... more travel advice

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MD2nd May 2, 2010 at 5:21 AM

Very much I like the tip about Fort Bridger Pony Express Monument!
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BruceDunning Feb 10, 2010 at 10:53 AM

What a great description of the area. It is not what it used to be in stature, but had a name in its time. Great pictures.
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Ewingjr98 Sep 4, 2009 at 4:50 PM

This is a great little page. I love historic forts from different eras that provide a window into our past.
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deecat Sep 2, 2009 at 4:22 PM

This is marvelous, Dee. Are not not in awe of historic-minded people who preserve? Such great information which I truly relished reading and seeing.
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mvtouring Aug 29, 2009 at 8:42 AM

Commanders quarters looks like a fantastic place. Like the building ;-)
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ncfg Aug 23, 2009 at 4:02 AM

Great info!
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freddie18 Aug 21, 2009 at 8:05 PM

Fort Bridger seems to be full of history. It is truly amazing that some structures are still intact. Many were lost, but that is understandable due to many years that it was abandoned. Thanks for sharing the fact.