Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Rock Springs travel guide

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With a population of 23,036, Rock Springs is a must-see destination in Wyoming, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Rock Springs to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Rock Springs

Rock Springs in January
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rock Springs in January
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Rock Springs in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 1.2″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Rock Springs, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.

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How to Get to Rock Springs

Plane

When flying to Rock Springs, you’ll arrive at Rock Springs Sweetwater County (RKS), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Rock Springs departs from Denver and takes around 1h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Rock Springs is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 150 miles from Rock Springs. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Bus

Rock Springs’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Rock Springs, you’ll arrive at Rock Springs Sweetwater County (RKS), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Rock Springs departs from Denver and takes around 1h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Rock Springs is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 150 miles from Rock Springs. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Turo, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Bus

Rock Springs’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Rock Springs

RKSRock Springs Sweetwater County
VELVernal Regional

Airlines serving Rock Springs

United Airlines
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Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
Contour
Good (26 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rock Springs

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Rock Springs and Clarion Hotel Rock Springs-Green River.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rock Springs

Most booked hotels in Rock Springs

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Rock Springs
3 stars
Excellent (9, 264 reviews)
$198+
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Clarion Hotel Rock Springs-Green River
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1283 reviews)
$86+
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Holiday Inn Rock Springs
3 stars
Good (7.9, 391 reviews)
$120+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Good (7.6, 726 reviews)
$66+
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Motel 8 Rock Springs
2 stars
Good (7.1, 794 reviews)
$68+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Rock Springs
2 stars
Good (6.7, 549 reviews)
$64+
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Renting a car in Rock Springs

Renting a car in Rock Springs costs $56 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Rock Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Rock Springs is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Rock Springs costs $56 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Rock Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Rock Springs is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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