— Lander, Wyoming · Available 24/7
Tow Truck Service in
Lander, Wyoming
Great Divide Towing and Recovery is Lander’s WreckMaster certified, veteran-owned tow truck company. When you’re stranded in Fremont County — on a city street, a mountain road, or a stretch of Highway 287 with no cell signal — we answer, we dispatch, and we show up.
Lander’s Most Trusted Tow Truck Company
We’ve been responding to tow truck calls in Lander and across Fremont County since 2018, and before that our operators spent decades in the automotive industry learning what it actually takes to move vehicles safely — not just quickly. That experience matters when you’re stranded on a mountain road in the dark, or your AWD vehicle breaks down and the wrong tow truck could turn a bad day into a very expensive one.
Great Divide Towing is locally owned and operated from 156 Escarpment Road in Lander. We’re not a national dispatch service routing your call to whoever picks up. When you call us, you’re talking to the people who will be in the truck, and those people are WreckMaster certified — the towing industry’s highest standard for operator training and vehicle handling.
We’ve helped thousands of motorists across this region — Lander residents who have our number saved, and out-of-state travelers on Highway 287 who were relieved to hear us pick up on the first ring. Whether you need a flatbed for your all-wheel drive Subaru or a winch-out from a ditch on a forest road, we have the equipment and the training to do it right.
Tow Truck Services in Lander, Wyoming
Every towing situation is different. We carry the right equipment for the full range of calls
we respond to in Fremont County — from a quick local tow to a technical backcountry
recovery.
What Happens When You Call Great Divide Towing
Most people have never needed a tow truck before. Here’s exactly what to expect
from the moment you call to the moment your vehicle is where it needs to be.
- 1
We Answer — no voicemail, no call tree: When you call 307-349-7476, a real person answers immediately. We’ll ask for your location, the type of vehicle, and what happened. If you’re not sure exactly where you are, describe what you see around you — road signs, landmarks, mile markers. We know Lander’s streets and Fremont County’s roads, and we can usually figure out your location from a description.
- 2We give you an honest ETA and dispatch immediately: We’ll tell you how long it will take to reach you based on where our truck is and current conditions — not a number designed to make you feel better. Within the Lander area, that’s typically 30 to 45 minutes. For calls further out in Fremont County, we’ll give you a realistic estimate and check in with you along the way.
- 3We assess before we attach anything: When we arrive, our operator will look at your vehicle’s position, the terrain, and any damage before determining the right approach. If the situation calls for winching before towing, or flatbed instead of wheel-lift, we make that call on-site — not in advance from the phone. WreckMaster training is specifically designed to make these assessments correctly so that recovery doesn’t cause additional damage.
- 4We give you a price before we begin: Once we know what’s involved, we tell you the cost before a single strap is attached. If you have insurance roadside assistance or AAA coverage, let us know at this point and we’ll coordinate accordingly. We accept all major credit and debit cards and cash.
- 5We safely load and transport to your destination: Your vehicle is secured using manufacturer-approved attachment points and proper tie-down equipment. We transport it to the repair shop, residence, or location of your choice within our service area. If you’re new to Lander and don’t know a repair shop, we can point you toward several reputable options — we know the area and the businesses in it.
Why Certification and Experience
Matter for Tow Truck Service
We Know Lander’s Roads
Local knowledge isn’t a marketing phrase — it’s the difference between a driver who knows to watch for black ice on the Main Street bridge in November and one who doesn’t. We operate in Lander every day and we know this area the way you’d expect a local company to.
What Customers Say About Our Towing Service
Real, verified reviews from motorists we’ve helped in Lander and across Fremont County.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Our Towing Services
For calls within the Lander city limits and immediately surrounding areas, our typical response time is 30 to 45 minutes. We dispatch the moment you call and give you a realistic arrival estimate based on where our truck is and current road conditions. For locations further out — along Highway 287 toward Crowheart, on mountain roads near Sinks Canyon, or on backcountry routes — response time will be longer, but we’ll tell you exactly what to expect and check in with you along the way. We never leave anyone wondering where we are.
Towing costs vary based on the distance of the tow, the type of vehicle, and whether specialized equipment like winching or backcountry recovery is required. A typical local tow within Lander starts around $100 to $150. We always give you a clear price before we begin any work — no surprise charges added after the fact. We work with AAA and most major insurance roadside assistance programs, so in many cases you’ll owe little or nothing out of pocket. See our towing cost page for more detail.
Pull as far off the road as safely possible — onto a shoulder, a side road, or a parking area. Turn on your hazard lights immediately, even in daylight. If you have road flares or reflective triangles, place them behind your vehicle. Stay inside if you’re on a highway with passing traffic — it’s safer than standing roadside. In Wyoming winter conditions, run your engine periodically to stay warm but crack a window slightly if you’re running it in an enclosed area. If you’re unsure of your exact location, stay on the line with us — we can usually identify where you are from a description of what you see around you.
Yes. We work with AAA and most major motor clubs and insurance roadside assistance programs. When you call, let us know you have coverage and we’ll provide itemized documentation for all services, making reimbursement straightforward when you pay out of pocket. We accept all major credit and debit cards and cash.
Yes — and getting this right matters more than most people realize. All-wheel drive and four-wheel drive vehicles must be transported on a flatbed tow truck with all four wheels off the ground. Towing an AWD vehicle with any wheels rolling on the pavement can cause serious and expensive damage to the transfer case, differentials, and drivetrain. Our 21-foot rollback flatbed handles AWD cars, lifted 4×4 trucks, electric vehicles, and low-profile vehicles safely. If you drive an AWD or 4WD vehicle, always ask specifically for flatbed towing — and we’ll confirm that’s what we’re sending before we arrive. Learn more on our flatbed towing page.
WreckMaster is the towing industry’s most recognized professional training and certification program. WreckMaster certified operators are trained in proper vehicle rigging and load securement, accident scene safety and management, damage-free recovery techniques for vehicles in difficult positions, AWD and 4WD handling protocols, and operation in adverse weather conditions including ice, snow, and mud. The certification matters because the towing industry has no mandatory licensing requirement in Wyoming — which means the gap between certified and uncertified operators can be significant. Every operator at Great Divide Towing is WreckMaster certified, not just the company as a whole.
Yes. Motorcycle towing requires soft straps and padding specifically designed to protect paint, frame, and exhaust components — standard tow straps can cause damage. Our operators are experienced with motorcycle loading and carry the right equipment for bikes. Highway 287 and Fremont County’s scenic routes attract riders from across Wyoming and beyond, and we respond to motorcycle tow calls throughout the season. See our motorcycle towing page for details.
Need a Tow Truck in Lander Right Now?
We answer every call. One conversation gets a WreckMaster
certified operator dispatched to your location — anywhere in
Lander or Fremont County, any time of day or night.
Great Divide Towing and Recovery · 156 Escarpment Road, Lander, WY 82520 · 307-349-7476