Road Trips from Gillette, WY
Gillette gives you a solid range of Wyoming escapes. You've got options that keep you on the highway for a quick hit, like heading south for a few hours. For those wanting more dramatic scenery, there are routes with significant elevation changes, including some that take you near major national parks. If you're looking for a longer trip, two destinations are recommended for overnight stays, reaching over 400 miles and 8 hours of driving.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
3.9h
With Parks Nearby
5
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
Cody, WY
4h 46m251.2 mi one way
This 4.8-hour trip to Cody, WY, is 251.2 miles and has a drive score of 9. It features mountain driving with significant elevation changes. It's a good option if you want a scenic drive, a bit longer than the Lovell trip, without the extended time commitment of the longer routes.
Rock Springs, WY
6h 30m354.2 mi one way
Heading to Rock Springs, WY, covers 354.2 miles and takes 6.5 hours. This route offers a mixed highway and surface drive with high-altitude sections and climbs, featuring a 10 drive score. While it doesn't list nearby parks, it provides a longer drive experience within the state.
Ranchettes, WY
4h 14m238.6 mi one way
The drive to Ranchettes, WY, is 238.6 miles and takes 4.2 hours. With a drive score of 8, it's a mostly highway route that includes high-altitude sections and climbs. This is a relatively short trip, making it a manageable day drive with some elevation changes.
Pine Bluffs, WY
4h 58m283.8 mi one way
For a 5-hour drive covering 283.8 miles, Pine Bluffs, WY, is a solid choice. It has a drive score of 8 and is mostly highway, with high-altitude sections and notable climbs. It offers a longer day trip experience compared to the shorter routes out of Gillette.
Long-haul ideas
Afton, WY
9h 31m480.1 mi one way
This is a significant overnight trip to Afton, WY, spanning 480.1 miles and 9.5 hours. It's a mixed highway and surface drive with high-altitude climbs and direct access to Grand Teton National Park. If a major park visit is your goal, this is a top contender.
Moose Wilson Road, WY
8h 1m411.8 mi one way
A long haul at 411.8 miles and 8 hours, this route to Moose Wilson Road, WY, is recommended for an overnight stay. It offers access to Grand Teton National Park and features mountain driving. It's a substantial drive with a high drive score of 9, perfect for a dedicated park adventure.
Marbleton, WY
8h409.8 mi one way
This 8-hour drive to Marbleton, WY, covers 409.8 miles and is recommended for an overnight stay. While it doesn't list parks, it features high-altitude sections and climbs, offering a substantial driving experience. It's one of the longer options for exploring Wyoming's terrain.
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Lovell, WY
3h 53m203.8 mi one way
Cody, WY
4h 46m251.2 mi one way
Afton, WY
9h 31m480.1 mi one way
Rock Springs, WY
6h 30m354.2 mi one way
Lovell, WY
3h 53m203.8 mi one way
Cody, WY
4h 46m251.2 mi one way
Afton, WY
9h 31m480.1 mi one way
Rock Springs, WY
6h 30m354.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring drives offer mountain driving and high-altitude sections, ideal for experiencing snowmelt and emerging greenery on routes like those to Cody or Lovell.
Summer
Summer is prime time for the longer drives, especially those leading to Grand Teton National Park, with favorable weather for mountain terrain.
Fall
Fall provides excellent conditions for the high-altitude drives, with cooler temperatures potentially enhancing the scenic mountain driving experiences.
Winter
Winter driving can be challenging on routes with significant elevation changes; consider shorter, mostly highway options unless conditions are favorable for mountain terrain.
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