Day Trips from Gillette
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The best breweries and craft beer destinations within driving distance of Gillette, WY. Taprooms, brewery tours, and beer gardens that are worth the drive. Real ratings, drive times, and booking links included.
12 breweries near Gillette
Tootsies
Deadwood, SD 57732
Just 1 hr 34 min from Gillette, rated 5.0 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Cohort Craft Brewery - Black Hills
Hill City, SD 57745
Just 2 hrs 13 min from Gillette, rated 5.0 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Dakota Shivers Brewing
Lead, SD 57754
Just 1 hr 41 min from Gillette, rated 4.9 stars by 156 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Lost Cabin Beer Co. - Hill City Beer Garden
Hill City, SD 57745
Just 2 hrs 7 min from Gillette, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Tongue River Brewing Company
Ranchester, WY 82839
Just 1 hr 41 min from Gillette, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Skull Tree Brewing
Casper, WY 82601
Just 1 hr 59 min from Gillette, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Woodland Republic Brewing & Blending
Rapid City, SD 57701
Just 1 hr 59 min from Gillette, rated 4.8 stars by 123 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Cohort Craft Brewery - 5th Street
Rapid City, SD 57701
Just 2 hrs 6 min from Gillette, rated 4.8 stars by 220 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Stahoo's Brewery and Taproom
Casper, WY 82601
Just 1 hr 58 min from Gillette, rated 4.8 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Ten Sleep Brewing Co
Ten Sleep, WY 82442
Just 2 hrs 16 min from Gillette, rated 4.8 stars by 289 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Cowboy State Brewing
Glenrock, WY 82637
Just 2 hrs 11 min from Gillette, rated 4.8 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Lost Cabin Beer Co.
Rapid City, SD 57701
Just 1 hr 58 min from Gillette, rated 4.8 stars by 522 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Frequently Asked Questions About Breweries Day Trips from Gillette
What are the best breweries near Gillette, WY?
The best breweries near Gillette include craft taprooms, production breweries with tours, and beer gardens with food. Check the cards above for top-rated spots with drive times and direct links.
Are there brewery tours near Gillette?
Yes. Many breweries near Gillette offer guided tours of their production facilities, often including tastings. Use the "Book Activities" button to find organized brewery tour packages that include transportation.
Can I visit multiple breweries in one day trip from Gillette?
Absolutely. Several brewery regions near Gillette have multiple taprooms within walking distance or a short drive of each other. Plan a designated driver or book a guided beer tour for the safest multi-stop experience.
What is the best time to visit breweries near Gillette?
Breweries are great year-round. Summer and fall weekends are busiest, especially at spots with outdoor seating or beer gardens. Weekday visits mean less crowding and more time chatting with brewers.
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