Pinedale, Wyoming facts for kids
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Pinedale, Wyoming
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Pine Street, Pinedale, Wyoming - Looking East
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| Motto(s):
All the Civilization You Need
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Location of Pinedale in Sublette County, Wyoming.
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 Pinedale, Wyoming
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wyoming |
| County | Sublette |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.16 sq mi (5.61 km2) |
| • Land | 2.16 sq mi (5.61 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 7,182 ft (2,189 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,005 |
| • Estimate
(2023)
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2,034 |
| • Density | 864.60/sq mi (333.76/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
82941
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| Area code(s) | 307 |
| FIPS code | 56-61580 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1604444 |
| Website | www.townofpinedale.us |
Pinedale is a town in Sublette County, Wyoming, United States. It's also the county seat, which means it's where the local government offices are located. In 2020, about 2,005 people lived there.
Pinedale is a popular spot for people going on hunting trips. It's also a starting point for adventures in the amazing Wind River Mountains. The town is close to big natural gas fields, like the Pinedale Anticline.
There are many fun things to do in Pinedale. You can visit the Museum of the Mountain Man or enjoy the Green River Rendezvous Days. Other attractions include the White Pine Ski Area and the Pinedale Aquatic Center. The current mayor of Pinedale is Matt Murdock.
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Geography of Pinedale
Pinedale is located in Wyoming at an elevation of about 7,175 feet (2,187 meters) above sea level. The town covers an area of about 2.15 square miles (5.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
There are over 1,300 lakes near Pinedale! Fremont Lake is only four miles away. It's the second-largest natural lake in Wyoming and a very popular spot. Pine Creek flows through the town from Fremont Lake. It eventually joins the Green River.
Pinedale's Climate
Pinedale has a type of climate called a humid continental climate. This means summers have warm afternoons but cool mornings. Winters are very cold and dry.
In January, the average low temperature is about 1.9°F (–16.7°C). It often gets below 0°F (–18°C) in winter. The coldest temperature ever recorded was –49°F (–45°C) in December 1990. Even though winters are dry, Pinedale gets a lot of snow. A typical winter sees about 76 inches (1.9 meters) of snow.
| Climate data for Pinedale, Wyoming, 1991–2020 normals, extremes 1948–present | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 55 (13) |
51 (11) |
67 (19) |
77 (25) |
85 (29) |
91 (33) |
94 (34) |
91 (33) |
90 (32) |
81 (27) |
70 (21) |
56 (13) |
94 (34) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 39.5 (4.2) |
41.5 (5.3) |
54.1 (12.3) |
67.1 (19.5) |
76.3 (24.6) |
82.3 (27.9) |
87.3 (30.7) |
85.6 (29.8) |
81.5 (27.5) |
71.1 (21.7) |
55.6 (13.1) |
42.1 (5.6) |
87.3 (30.7) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 28.0 (−2.2) |
30.7 (−0.7) |
40.5 (4.7) |
50.9 (10.5) |
61.4 (16.3) |
71.3 (21.8) |
79.9 (26.6) |
78.3 (25.7) |
69.2 (20.7) |
55.2 (12.9) |
39.7 (4.3) |
28.6 (−1.9) |
52.8 (11.6) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 15.0 (−9.4) |
17.3 (−8.2) |
27.2 (−2.7) |
37.0 (2.8) |
45.8 (7.7) |
54.5 (12.5) |
61.3 (16.3) |
59.1 (15.1) |
50.8 (10.4) |
39.5 (4.2) |
26.2 (−3.2) |
16.0 (−8.9) |
37.5 (3.1) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 1.9 (−16.7) |
3.9 (−15.6) |
14.0 (−10.0) |
23.1 (−4.9) |
30.2 (−1.0) |
37.7 (3.2) |
42.8 (6.0) |
40.0 (4.4) |
32.5 (0.3) |
23.8 (−4.6) |
12.8 (−10.7) |
3.4 (−15.9) |
22.2 (−5.5) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | −19.9 (−28.8) |
−18.3 (−27.9) |
−7.1 (−21.7) |
8.9 (−12.8) |
17.0 (−8.3) |
27.0 (−2.8) |
33.5 (0.8) |
28.7 (−1.8) |
20.5 (−6.4) |
7.1 (−13.8) |
−5.4 (−20.8) |
−18.0 (−27.8) |
−25.6 (−32.0) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −44 (−42) |
−42 (−41) |
−32 (−36) |
−13 (−25) |
−2 (−19) |
18 (−8) |
23 (−5) |
18 (−8) |
8 (−13) |
−17 (−27) |
−28 (−33) |
−49 (−45) |
−49 (−45) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 0.70 (18) |
0.76 (19) |
0.73 (19) |
1.07 (27) |
1.89 (48) |
1.36 (35) |
0.88 (22) |
0.96 (24) |
1.21 (31) |
0.93 (24) |
0.64 (16) |
0.74 (19) |
11.87 (302) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 13.2 (34) |
12.5 (32) |
9.4 (24) |
8.2 (21) |
2.8 (7.1) |
0.6 (1.5) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.6 (1.5) |
5.2 (13) |
10.1 (26) |
13.5 (34) |
76.1 (194.1) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 inch) | 7.2 | 7.9 | 7.2 | 8.2 | 10.7 | 7.9 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 6.8 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 90.5 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 inch) | 7.2 | 7.4 | 5.4 | 4.5 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 2.1 | 5.9 | 7.6 | 41.8 |
| Source: NOAA | |||||||||||||
Wildlife in Pinedale
The Pinedale area is home to many different kinds of wildlife. You might see grizzly bears and black bears. There are also moose, elk, and pronghorn. Other animals include mule deer, whitetail deer, bighorn sheep, and mountain lions. The lakes in the area have over seven types of trout, including rainbow and brown trout.
Pinedale's Population
Pinedale has grown quite a bit over the years. Here's how the population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 94 | — | |
| 1930 | 219 | 133.0% | |
| 1940 | 647 | 195.4% | |
| 1950 | 770 | 19.0% | |
| 1960 | 965 | 25.3% | |
| 1970 | 948 | −1.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,066 | 12.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,181 | 10.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,412 | 19.6% | |
| 2010 | 2,030 | 43.8% | |
| 2020 | 2,005 | −1.2% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 2,034 | 0.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2010, there were 2,030 people living in Pinedale. Most of the people (90.5%) were White. About 9.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Pinedale in 2010 was about 33.5 years old. About 23.1% of the people were under 18. Also, 33.2% were between 25 and 44 years old.
Education in Pinedale
Students in Pinedale attend public schools run by Sublette County School District #1. The schools serving the town are:
- Pinedale Elementary School (for grades K–5)
- Pinedale Middle School (for grades 6–8)
- Pinedale High School (for grades 9–12)
- Pinedale Skyline Academy (also for grades 9–12)
Tourism and Activities
Pinedale is a great place for outdoor fun because it's so close to the Wind River Range. You can enjoy many activities, such as:
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Camping
- Boating
- Four-wheeling
- Hunting
- Skiing and snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Ice fishing
- Ice skating
The town also hosts the Green River Rendezvous. This is a special event that reenacts old gatherings of fur traders. It takes place at the Upper Green River Rendezvous Site near Daniel. During Rendezvous, you can watch rodeos and visit many local businesses and vendors.
Outdoor Safety in Pinedale
When exploring the Wind River Range near Pinedale, it's important to be aware of your surroundings. You might encounter wildlife like bears. Always follow safety guidelines for being in bear country.
Other things to be mindful of include bugs, wildfires, and changing snow conditions. Even in summer, nighttime temperatures can get very cold. It's always a good idea to be prepared for different weather.
When hiking or climbing in steep areas, it's important to be careful. Falls from high places can be dangerous. Always stay on marked trails and be aware of loose rocks. If you are new to outdoor adventures, consider going with experienced guides.
See also
In Spanish: Pinedale (Wyoming) para niños
