Sweetwater County is a county in southwestern Wyoming. As of the 2020 United States census, the population was 42,272, making it the fourth-most populous county in Wyoming. Its county seat is Green River.
The Rock Springs Historical Museum is housed in the original Rock Springs City Hall. The museum houses many exhibits on the history of Rock Springs with special emphasis on the coal mining and multi-national heritage. Exhibits rotate regularly, so be sure to stop in often to see what is new.
Rock Springs is a city in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. It sits at an elevation of 6,388 ft (1,947 m). The population was 23,526 at the 2020 census. Rock Springs, Wyoming is home to 56 nationalities thanks to its beginning in coal mining. This high-desert oasis provides adventure around every corner.
Continuing along the Utah National Scenic Route, the Flaming Gorge-Green River Basin Byway winds through the majestic landscapes surrounding Flaming Gorge. The scenery quickly shifts to high desert and sparse shrub vegetation as it leaves the mountainous region.
