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Fort Bridger Airport

Fort Bridger, United States

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Fort Bridger Airport

Fort Bridger, United States

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7034 ft

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Small general aviation airport in southwest Wyoming.

Location

Fort Bridger, United States

Fort Bridger Airport (FBR/KFBR) is a small public-use general aviation airport located in Fort Bridger, Uinta County, Wyoming, United States. It serves the surrounding rural community and provides access for private and recreational pilots in the southwestern corner of the state. The airport is owned by Uinta County and operates primarily as a general aviation facility with no scheduled commercial airline service. It sits at an elevation of approximately 7,034 feet above mean sea level, making density altitude a notable consideration for pilots operating there.

Getting to & from

Ground transport options are limited, with personal vehicles being the primary means of access to the airport and surrounding area.

Airlines here

No commercial airlines operate scheduled service at Fort Bridger Airport; it serves exclusively general aviation users.

Notable facts

›The airport is owned and operated by Uinta County, Wyoming.
›It has an elevation of approximately 7,034 feet MSL, requiring pilots to account for high-density altitude conditions.
›The airport features one runway and no scheduled commercial service.
›Fort Bridger is a historically significant area, home to the Fort Bridger State Historic Site.
›The airport carries the IATA code FBR and ICAO identifier KFBR.

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A quiet gateway nestled in Wyoming's high desert frontier landscape

Fort Bridger Airport is a small general aviation facility located near the historic town of Fort Bridger in Uinta County, southwestern Wyoming. Named after the legendary fur trader and scout Jim Bridger, the area carries deep frontier heritage dating to the 1840s. The airport serves private pilots and light aircraft operations, functioning as a convenient stopover point in a region of rugged high-altitude terrain.

Terminals

General Aviation Terminal — A basic single facility supporting private and light aircraft operations with minimal passenger amenities.

Ground Transport

Private vehicle or personal pickup arrangement
Rental car (limited availability, advance booking recommended)
Taxi or rideshare from nearby Evanston or Lyman

Nearby Hotels

Sunset Motor Inn, Lyman
Economy Inn, Evanston
Hampton Inn Evanston

Dining

There are no dining facilities within the airport itself. Visitors will find basic diners, fast food outlets, and local restaurants in the nearby towns of Lyman and Evanston, both within a short drive. Fort Bridger State Historic Site area has limited seasonal food options worth exploring.

Traveller Tips

Fuel and services are extremely limited — confirm availability before arrival.
High altitude and desert weather can change rapidly; check conditions carefully before departure.
Visit Fort Bridger State Historic Site nearby for a glimpse into Wyoming's frontier history.
Coordinate ground transportation in advance as rideshare services have very limited coverage in this area.

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Encyclopaedia

Fort Bridger Airport is a public-use airport located 4 mi (6.4 km) from the town of Fort Bridger, Wyoming. The airport is owned by Uinta County. The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015 categorized it as a general aviation facility.

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