West Texas Trail Museum

West Texas Trail Museum Before the towns, before the ranches — there was the trail. Come explore!
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Just 30 minutes south of Devil's Tower, the West Texas Trail Museum in Moorcroft, Wyoming tells the story of the legendary cattle drive that built this corner of the West.

❤️ THANK YOU FOR MAKING THE 16TH ANNUAL HERITAGE ROUND UP A SUCCESS! ❤️A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who came out to supp...
09/01/2026

❤️ THANK YOU FOR MAKING THE 16TH ANNUAL HERITAGE ROUND UP A SUCCESS! ❤️

A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support the 16th Annual Heritage Round Up! Whether you attended, donated, volunteered, sponsored, brought a friend, or simply stopped by to enjoy the day—you helped make it possible.

We are incredibly grateful for the support of our community, visitors, members, sponsors, volunteers, and friends of the West Texas Trail Museum. Your continued support helps us preserve and share the stories of our past for generations to come.

The Heritage Round Up may be over, but the work of preserving our history continues! From all of us at the West Texas Trail Museum—THANK YOU for believing in the importance of our history and for helping keep it alive!

Until next year…keep riding, remembering, and celebrating our Western heritage!

THE SIGNS ARE UP! HISTORY IS NOW ON THE STREETS OF MOORCROFT! It’s official—the Moorcroft Historical Walking signs are n...
08/31/2026

THE SIGNS ARE UP! HISTORY IS NOW ON THE STREETS OF MOORCROFT!

It’s official—the Moorcroft Historical Walking signs are now in the ground! 🎉

Take a walk through Moorcroft and discover the stories of the people, businesses, buildings, and events that helped shape our community. Each sign gives you a glimpse into our past—but there’s SO much more history to share!

📖 Pick up the companion booklet at the West Texas Trail Museum for just $5!

The booklet takes you even deeper into Moorcroft’s history, with additional stories, photos, and fascinating details you won’t find on the signs. It’s the perfect companion to have in hand as you explore the tour!

📍 Stop by the museum, grab your booklet, and then take a walk through time!

❤️ Moorcroft’s history isn’t just in a museum—it’s right outside your door.

I have been asked about an organized walking tour with me as your guide - if interested let me know and we will see what we can get done before the weather changes!

A few more items for the auction arrived today! Have you bought your tickets to join us for the Heritage Round Up!
08/26/2026

A few more items for the auction arrived today! Have you bought your tickets to join us for the Heritage Round Up!

Just a few items that we will have on the auction at the Heritage Round-Up! If you haven’t gotten your tickets please ...
08/24/2026

Just a few items that we will have on the auction at the Heritage Round-Up! If you haven’t gotten your tickets please do it sooner than later.

Why do we tell these stories?Because history isn't just about buildings and dates.It's about the people who built busine...
08/22/2026

Why do we tell these stories?

Because history isn't just about buildings and dates.

It's about the people who built businesses, raised families, worked the railroad, ranched the land, served their communities and helped make Moorcroft what it is today.

The Historic Walking Tour helps make those stories visible again. We will not be walking to this location, but old photos tell stories - Rodeo at Devils Tower!

7 days until we walk through Moorcroft's history together!

Then & NowOne of our favorite things about local history is seeing how much has changed—and how much hasn't.Take a look ...
08/21/2026

Then & Now

One of our favorite things about local history is seeing how much has changed—and how much hasn't.

Take a look at this piece of Moorcroft's past. 👀

Do you recognize the location?

Drop your guess in the comments!


The Belle Fourche River: Then & NowToday, the Belle Fourche River flowing through Moorcroft is little more than a trickl...
08/20/2026

The Belle Fourche River: Then & Now

Today, the Belle Fourche River flowing through Moorcroft is little more than a trickle. 💧 With the drought we’re experiencing, it’s hard to imagine this waterway as the powerful river it once was.

But back in the day, the Belle Fourche River was a major part of life in this area. It provided water, supported wildlife, shaped the landscape, and played an important role in the settlement and growth of communities like Moorcroft.

It’s a good reminder that the landscape we see today hasn’t always looked the same. The river has a story—and it’s one worth remembering. 🌾

📸 What do you remember about the Belle Fourche River? Do you have an old photo, story, or memory of the river to share?

I by no means think all of those photos are in Moorcroft. Just showing how large the river once was!

Meet the TourHistory isn't just something you read about…sometimes you can WALK right through it!The Historic Walking To...
08/17/2026

Meet the Tour

History isn't just something you read about…sometimes you can WALK right through it!

The Historic Walking Tour of Moorcroft is coming!

Our new tour will help visitors and locals discover the people, businesses, buildings and events that helped shape Moorcroft all self guided!

👟 Comfortable shoes? Check.
📸 Camera? Check.
🤠 Curiosity? Definitely.

We'll provide the history!

Did You Know?Moorcroft History MinuteDid you know Moorcroft's story stretches back more than a century—and many of the p...
08/16/2026

Did You Know?

Moorcroft History Minute

Did you know Moorcroft's story stretches back more than a century—and many of the places that shaped our community are still part of the town we know today?

Soon, you'll be able to walk those streets and learn the stories behind them.

14 days until we start walking through history!

What Moorcroft landmark or building do YOU think should be on the tour? Tell us below! 👇

Something BIG Is Coming14 Days to Go! 👀Moorcroft has stories hiding around every corner—and soon, we’re going to take yo...
08/15/2026

Something BIG Is Coming

14 Days to Go! 👀

Moorcroft has stories hiding around every corner—and soon, we’re going to take you right to the places where those stories happened!

In just two weeks, the West Texas Trail Museum will launch the Historic Walking Tour of Moorcroft AND celebrate our annual Heritage Round Up!

Two events. One great reason to celebrate local history.

Stay tuned…we're counting down! 🤠

📍 Moorcroft, Wyoming
🏛️ West Texas Trail Museum

Address

100 E Weston Street
Moorcroft, WY
82721

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(307) 756-9300

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