Doctors aren't in short supply in this forward thinking community. The Laramie River Station power plant is located six miles northeast of Wheatland. It represents one of the largest consumer-owned regional joint power supply programs in the United States. Grayrocks Dam and Reservoir, located six miles east of the plant, supplies water for steam and cooling. Tours will be given by appointment.
Recreational opportunities abound, with outdoor activities at the top of the list.
Fishermen can get to fishing sites located just a couple of minutes from town, either at Wheatland Reservoir, Grayrocks Reservoir, or the Laramie River. The Platte County Chamber of Commerce sponsors a Summer Fun Fest and Antique Tractor Pull ending with a street dance, at the Town's 40-acre Lewis Park, the 2 nd Saturday in July. Those who like college football or basketball can drive just a little over an hours time and watch the University of Wyoming games. No Community Industrial Plan Recreation Baseball fields, tennis courts, one park. Glendo State Park and Lake located 2 miles east.