Fly & Drive guide
Fly into RIW, drive to Dubois
Your route
RIW
Central Wyoming Regional Airport
Dubois
About 1 h 22 min · 74 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to RIW
Compare fares into Central Wyoming Regional Airport.
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02Car at RIW
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Dubois. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Dubois
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Dubois
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04Cabins & homes near Dubois
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
Secure Guest Ranch and Forest Stays in the Wind River Valley
Dubois glamping and guest ranch stays often book six months to a year in advance for the July-August peak. While no federal permits are required for the town itself, backcountry access in the Shoshone National Forest may involve specific grazing or group permits. Changing systems for wilderness entry require an official check with the US Forest Service.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
June – September
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Dubois?
Central Wyoming Regional Airport (RIW) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from RIW to Dubois?
Roughly 1 h 22 min (about 74 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Dubois?
Dubois glamping and guest ranch stays often book six months to a year in advance for the July-August peak. While no federal permits are required for the town itself, backcountry access in the Shoshone National Forest may involve specific grazing or group permits. Changing systems for wilderness entry require an official check with the US Forest Service.
