Washakie County Map, Wyoming
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Washakie County, Wyoming
The Bighorn Mountains dominate the landscape in north-central Wyoming. That’s where you’ll find Washakie County. It’s not big, as Wyoming counties go. But it has character.
Worland is the biggest town. It’s a friendly place where everyone seems to know each other. Agriculture is the backbone of the economy here. Sugar beets, wheat and barley is what they grow here mainly.
The county is named after a famous Shoshone chief. He was known as a peacemaker between Native tribes and white settlers. Visitors will find plenty to do.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Washakie County |
| County Seat | Worland |
| Population | Approximately 7,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Worland, Ten Sleep, Winchester |
| Interstates and Highways | US-16, US-20, WY-432 |
| FIPS Code | 56-043 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 2,243 sq mi (Land: 2,242 sq mi; Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Big Horn County (North), Johnson County (East), Natrona County (Southeast), Fremont County (South), Hot Springs County (West), Park County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 43.9076° N, 107.7147° W |
| Etymology | Named after Chief Washakie of the Shoshone tribe |
| Major Landmarks | Washakie Museum and Cultural Center, Bighorn National Forest, Ten Sleep Canyon |
| Website | Washakie County Website |
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