Big Sandy Lodge

05/27/2026

Celebrate America’s 250th with us in the Wind Rivers!

We’re offering special discounted rates to our guests, this July 3–5, in celebration!

If you’d like to book a stay or a day trip on these dates, you MUST BOOK THROUGH EMAIL to receive a discount, and we’ll get you taken care of: [email protected].

Or, if you’re just out exploring for the day, swing by the restaurant for a juicy burger and some time in the mountains.

Proof of military, veteran, or first responder status will be required for discounted rates.

05/23/2026

Hiking the CDT? We’ve got you covered at Big Sandy Lodge.

05/20/2026

A friendly annual reminder: We're moving through a large number of guest emails right now. Because we operate remotely and without a full office staff, repeated emails, texts, or calls from your group can delay the process. We have one person managing all communication and operations, and we truly appreciate your patience as we get to each request.

05/14/2026

We’re hiring for the 2026 summer season at Big Sandy Lodge! If you know someone who’d love spending a summer in the Wind River Range, feel free to tag or share this with them.

Resumes & References: [email protected] or
Text: 307‑749‑1401

05/14/2026

A couple of August horse‑trip openings have become available after recent cancellations. We wanted to pass the update along in case you were hoping for an August ride or gear drop, and the dates you wanted were previously booked.

Text 307.749.1401 or Email [email protected] and let's see if we can get you on the schedule!

05/12/2026

Behind the reservations, website, social posts, bookkeeping, and basically everything in between, there is one very busy human. In coordination with the owners and our Outfitter/Manager, she makes sure summer chaos stays (mostly) under control.

05/12/2026

A quick reminder for all guests: travel insurance is the best way to safeguard your trip against unexpected changes. Weather, smoke, illness, and work emergencies can happen — coverage keeps your plans protected.

04/30/2026

We’re remembering a cornerstone of Big Sandy Lodge today — Bernie Kelly.

Bernie and his wife, Connie, carried this place through several years, from 1985 to 1999. They were the kind of lodge owners who didn’t just run a business; they shaped a community. They welcomed hikers, horsemen, wanderers, and old friends with the kind of steady, genuine hospitality that becomes legend in a place like this.

If you’ve ever stepped into the staff room and looked up, you’ve seen one of Bernie’s old hats sitting on the crossbeams. It’s been there for decades — UB's hat is a quiet reminder of the man who ran this lodge. It’s a small thing, but around here, small things carry stories. That hat has watched seasons turn, staff come and go, storms roll in, and countless mornings begin with coffee and purpose.

We’re proud to carry forward the work he and Connie carried forward from the Thomas family. We’re holding their family close in our hearts and extending prayers to all.

Funeral Services will be on May 8, 2026, in Lander, Wyoming.

https://www.hudsonsfh.com/obituaries/bernard-bernie-kelly-sr

03/30/2026