If you’ve lived in Wyoming for any amount of time, chances are you have fallen in love with the winter. When most of the year is blustery and cold, you’ve got to find a way to enjoy it! Spend some time this winter ice skating in Wyoming in Pinedale, where you’ll find the chilly fun of the Wind River Range and Fremont Lake.

Pinedale, WY is located about an hour and 20 minutes south of Jackson off of Highway 191.
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Pinedale is one of Wyoming's most charming and beautiful towns, and winter is the best season to visit.
The Wind River Range is one of the top places on earth for snowmobiles.
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If you aren't from here, you might not know that all of the major snowmobile manufacturers test their sleds out here in the real Wyoming.
When you come here, really take the time to see and enjoy the sights along the way.
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There are thousands of miles of groomed trails for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, which are simply stunning. It really is a winter wonderland here during the winter months.
While all of the winter activities in Pinedale are fun for nature lovers...
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...perhaps the most exciting time of year is when Fremont Lake freezes over.

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Yes, it does get quite cold here. But "cold" is a subjective term. Wyomingites love it!
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As soon as word spreads that the lake is safe to skate, hockey sticks come out, figure skates get laced up, and everyone heads out to kick off winter in the best way. It's an au natural outdoor ice rink in Wyoming!
If you're looking for a pickup game of pond hockey, you'll find others out on the ice and quickly have a scrimmage started.
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A visit here is really one of the best winter family activities in the state.
If you just want to practice your moves, there's always plenty of room to work on your spins, twirls, and speed skating.
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Look at those happy faces! No matter your age (or size), a visit to Fremont Lake will make you feel like a kid again!
Some Wyoming residents will tell you that winter in Pinedale is the best time of year to visit.
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If you really love winter adventures, you'll have a season of fun ahead!

Have you ever been to the Wind River Range in Pinedale? What did you do there? What was your favorite part? We’d love to hear about your experiences in the comments and see your fun winter photos! For more information on skating opportunities on the lake and at the Sublette County Ice Area, visit the Pinedale website. You can also learn more on the Pinedale Facebook Page.

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Fremont Lake Rd, Pinedale, WY 82941, USA