Places to Visit in Wyoming

1. Yellowstone National Park

• What makes Yellowstone National Park special?
  • Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming was the world’s first national park. Established in 1872, it is still the largest park at 2.2 million acres.
• What natural wonders can visitors see in Yellowstone?
  • Visitors will be in awe of the panoramic views, spewing geysers from among 10,000 thermal activities, and epic waterfalls.
• What kind of landscapes and wildlife does Yellowstone offer?
  • The park also offers lush seasonal landscapes of lakes, rivers, streams, forests, mountains, and meadows, along with abundant wildlife.
• What are the must-see places in Yellowstone?
  • Must-see places include the areas of Canyon Village, Lake Village, West Yellowstone, Mammoth Hot Springs, Norris, Old Faithful, and Tower-Roosevelt.
• What activities can visitors enjoy at Yellowstone?
  • Activities like hiking, camping, biking, boating, skiing, snowshoeing, fishing, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing entertain individuals and families year-round.

2. Jackson

• What is the elevation of Jackson, Wyoming?
  • Jackson, Wyoming, sits at an elevation of over 6,000 feet.
• What is Jackson's central hub?
  • The town’s central hub, George Washington Memorial Park, better known as Town Square, is recognizable by its four arched elk antler entrances.
• What attractions surround Town Square?
  • Besides the restaurants, cafés, art galleries, spas, and shops that surround the park, there are carriage rides and staged Old West shootouts here too.
• What summer activities can visitors enjoy in Jackson?
  • During the summer, visitors can ride horses, bike, hike, rock climb, and boulder.
• What water activities are available in Jackson?
  • The Snake River runs through town and provides kayaking, fishing, floating, and white water rafting experiences.
• What winter activities can visitors enjoy in Jackson?
  • During the winter, downhill and cross-country skiing and snowmobiling reign.

3. Cody

• Who was Cody, Wyoming, named after?
  • Cody is the namesake of town founder William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, frontiersman and showman.
• What outdoor activities are popular in Cody?
  • Like many scenic Wyoming towns, outdoor activities are the main draw. Visitors can hike, fish, raft, rock climb, and camp during summer, and ice climb during winter.
• What are the must-see natural attractions near Cody?
  • Must-see natural attractions near Cody include Buffalo Bill Dam and Reservoir, Absaroka Mountain Range, Beartooth Mountain Range, Heart Mountain in Bighorn Basin, and Yellowstone National Park.
• What cultural attractions are in Cody?
  • In town, guests will be impressed by the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, a complex of museums with a research library.
• What is Stampede Park known for?
  • The complex is also home to Stampede Park, the self-proclaimed rodeo capital of the world.

4. Cheyenne

• What is a good starting point for visitors in Cheyenne?
  • In Cheyenne, Wyoming’s capital, visitors can begin their trip at the historic Cheyenne Depot & Museum; it’s a tourist hotspot and home to the city’s Visitor Center.
• How can visitors explore the city’s history?
  • For an overview of the area, the Cheyenne Street Railway Trolley offers a narrated historic city tour.
• What outdoor activities are available near Cheyenne?
  • Other major attractions around Cheyenne include the Curt Gowdy State Park for salmon and trout fishing and the Vedauwoo Recreation Area for hiking or biking among ancient rock formations.
• What botanical attractions does Cheyenne offer?
  • Visitors can explore the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, which is both inspirational and educational.
• What are the must-see attractions in Cheyenne?
  • Must-see highlights in the area include the Terry Bison Ranch, the Bit-O-Wyo Ranch trail rides and cowboy dinner shows, and the 10-day Cheyenne Frontier Days outdoor rodeo.

5. Casper

• What is Casper, Wyoming, known for?
  • Casper, Wyoming, is known as an outpost to the Old West. During westward expansion, Casper provided respite for travelers headed to Oregon and California.
• How does Old West culture thrive in Casper today?
  • Today, Old West culture still thrives with western wear shops, western-themed restaurants, an active rodeo scene, and the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center.
• What outdoor activities can sportsmen enjoy in Casper?
  • Sportsmen will appreciate fishing the North Platte River for brown and rainbow trout, or hunting deer, antelope, pheasant, and duck.
• What urban activities does Casper offer?
  • City slickers are drawn to area championship golf courses, local theater, the symphony, and a vibrant restaurant scene.
• Where can nature lovers explore in Casper?
  • Nature lovers will enjoy a trip to Casper Mountain for downhill and cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.
• Where can I find a map of Casper?
  • Explore the area using this Casper Map.

6. Thermopolis

• What makes Thermopolis, Wyoming, a great vacation spot?
  • Thermopolis, Wyoming, offers unforgettable family summer vacations with two of the best reasons to visit – thermal pools and dinosaurs.
• What can visitors see at the Wyoming Dinosaur Center?
  • Visitors of the Wyoming Dinosaur Center get a chance to see one-of-a-kind dinosaur exhibits and take tours of active dig sites. Some can even participate in digging with the Dig for a Day Program.
• What attractions does Hot Springs State Park offer?
  • Hot Springs State Park provides visitors with gorgeous views of colorful cascade terraces, a free bathhouse for the whole family to enjoy, and a swinging bridge offering great views.
• What other activities are available in and around Thermopolis?
  • Other activities include viewing nearly 300 petroglyphs at Legend Rock Petroglyph Site, taking a Wyoming Whiskey Distillery Tour, and enjoying a two-day DINOmite Loop Tour.

7. Rock Springs

• Where is Rock Springs, Wyoming, located?
  • Rock Springs is located in the high desert of Southwestern Wyoming.
• What activities attract visitors to Rock Springs?
  • Visitors enjoy coming to Rock Springs for hunting and fishing vacations, off-roading trips, and golfing getaways.
• What recreational facilities are available in Rock Springs?
  • The small city is home to the Rock Springs Family Recreation Center and the popular Wataha Recreation Complex.
• What major events are held in Rock Springs?
  • The Sweetwater County Events Complex in Rock Springs hosts the national high school rodeo finals, the Red Desert Roundup Rodeo, and the Mountain States Circuit pro rodeo finals.
• What is Wyoming’s Big Show?
  • Wyoming’s Big Show, the county fair, is held in Rock Springs each summer.
• What natural attractions are near Rock Springs?
  • Nearby natural attractions include area hiking and mountain biking trails, the Pilot Butte Wild Horse Scenic Loop Tour, and the White Mountain Petroglyphs.

8. Buffalo

• Where is Buffalo, Wyoming, located?
  • Historic Buffalo, Wyoming, is a symbol of Old West heritage tucked away in the Bighorn Mountain foothills.
• What scenic route runs through Buffalo?
  • Buffalo is at the eastern end of the 47-mile Cloud Peak Skyway Scenic Byway, which runs through Bighorn National Forest and the Bighorn Mountains to the town of Ten Sleep.
• What historic buildings can visitors see in Buffalo?
  • History buffs will appreciate over a dozen buildings in town that are on the National Register of Historic Places, including the 1880 Occidental Hotel, where the protagonist in the western novel, The Virginian, caught his man.
• Where can visitors learn about Old West history in Buffalo?
  • Visitors can view over 15,000 Old West artifacts at the Jim Gatchell Museum.
• What famous outlaw hideout is near Buffalo?
  • Visitors can also visit the nearby Hole-in-the-Wall Outlaw Hideout of the Sundance Kid and the Wild Bunch.

9. Grand Teton National Park

• Where is Grand Teton National Park located?
  • Grand Teton National Park in northwestern Wyoming is located between Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and Yellowstone National Park.
• What can visitors do in the Moose District?
  • In the popular Moose District, visitors can hike or drive through scenic areas, or visit popular places such as the park Visitor Center, Mormon Row, Menor’s Ferry Historic District, Murie Ranch, Death Canyon, and three mountain lakes.
• What is the highlight of the Jenny Lake area?
  • Teton peaks are the highlight of the Jenny Lake area.
• What attractions are in Colter Bay?
  • Visitors to Colter Bay will discover mountain lakes, the Snake River, Flagg Ranch, and the Colter Bay Visitor Center.
• What is special about the Laurance Rockefeller Preserve?
  • The Laurance Rockefeller Preserve offers visitors a place of solitude to connect with nature.
• Is camping available in Grand Teton National Park?
  • Camping is available throughout the park for all, from RV vacationers to rugged backpackers.

201 Headquarters Loop, Moose, WY, Phone: 307-739-3300

10. Yellowstone Lake

• Where is Yellowstone Lake located?
  • Yellowstone Lake is located inside Yellowstone National Park.
• What makes Yellowstone Lake special?
  • The 136-acre lake is the largest high-elevation lake in the country and is known for excellent cutthroat trout fishing.
• Where can visitors see wildlife around Yellowstone Lake?
  • Wildlife lovers will enjoy elk sightings near Fishing Bridge, Bridge Bay, and Pelican Creek. Grizzly bear sightings are frequent along streams feeding Yellowstone Lake.
• Is swimming allowed in Yellowstone Lake?
  • Swimming in the alpine lake is not recommended because of cold water temperatures.
• Can visitors canoe or kayak on Yellowstone Lake?
  • Canoeing and kayaking are also dangerous due to rough water conditions.
• What amenities are available at Lake Village?
  • Lake Village provides visitors with a store and restaurants, and the Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins offers historic Colonial accommodations.
• Are there hiking trails near Yellowstone Lake?
  • Hiking trails are on the lake’s southern and eastern sides.