Rock Springs : Wyoming

Historically the “Gateway to the West”, Rock Springs is known as the home of 56 nationalities. A city in Sweetwater County, Rock Springs is located on Bitter Creek.  Rock Springs offers a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors and residents alike. Established in 1888 as a mining town, the natural resources around the area are the driving force behind the Rock Springs economy. The Sand Dunes of Rock Springs, are the largest in North America. Rock Springs is known for fishing and hunting with an exhaustive abundance of water recreation resources, and impressive wildlife.

The weather in Rock Springs is pleasant with an average annual temperature at 44 degrees. It enjoys four distinct seasons with an annual precipitation of 8. 7 inches.  The average growing season is about 101 days with 244 days of clear, sunny days.

Land area: 18.4 square miles

Elevation is 6,401 feet

Latitude: 41.59 N

Longitude: 109.22 W

Population: 18,772 as on 2005

Festivals:

    * Wyoming Hispanic Festival

Attractions:

    * Natural History Museum of Western Wyoming College
    * Rock Springs Historical Museum