Alpine, Wyoming — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Alpine, Lincoln County.
| City | Alpine |
| State | Wyoming (WY) |
| County | Lincoln |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Denver) |
| Latitude | 43.163531 |
| Longitude | -111.018017 |
| Population | 1,222 |
| Density | 373.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
Alpine is a locality in Lincoln County, Wyoming, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,222. The population density is 373.5 people per km². Alpine is located at 43.1635°N, 111.0180°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 83128.
Alpine rests in a broad, sun-drenched valley, a place where the earth exhales the scent of sagebrush and distant pine. It lies 55.2 miles east-south-east of Idaho Falls, ID (from Idaho Falls, ID: bearing 112°T), and is situated 13.6 miles north-north-west of Star Valley Ranch. The landscape here is a study in contrasts, with the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Salt River Range forming a dramatic backdrop, their flanks often softened by the haze of late afternoon. Below, the valley floor unfurls in a mosaic of golden grasses and the muted greens of hardy shrubs, bisected by the winding, silver ribbon of the Salt River. The air, especially as the sun begins its descent, possesses a crystalline clarity, carrying the faint, earthy aroma of damp soil and the subtle sweetness of wild flowers. This is a land where the sky feels immense, a vast canvas of ever-shifting blues and grays, and where the silence is broken only by the whisper of wind through the grasses or the distant cry of a hawk. The history of Alpine is intrinsically tied to the river that gives it life and the vast, open country that surrounds it. Once a vital stop for trappers and traders, its early days were shaped by the rugged pursuit of furs and the passage of hardy pioneers. Today, the local economy still leans heavily on the land, with ranching and agriculture forming the bedrock of its existence, the rhythm of the seasons dictating the pulse of daily life. The Salt River, a vital artery for both nature and recreation, draws anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, its clear waters reflecting the grandeur of the mountains. While not a hub of bustling industry, Alpine holds a quiet dignity, a place where the legacy of its frontier past is still palpable in the sturdy architecture and the enduring spirit of its people, a testament to resilience against the grand, untamed beauty of this Wyoming corner.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Alpine, Wyoming with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Alpine and Lincoln County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Alpine is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Alpine is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |