Pictured above: TA Guest Ranch
Discover incredible outdoor spaces, unmatched cowboy culture and a rugged frontier spirit that has endured through the ages. Home to two of America’s most beloved national parks, Wyoming offers breathtaking views, thrilling rodeos and captivating Western history.
Gushing geysers and bubbling hot springs are just a few of Wyoming’s many natural wonders, while timeless traditions like cattle drives and chuckwagon dinners provide a glimpse into America’s pioneering past, making for unforgettable holiday experiences.
MUST-HAVE ADVENTURES:
Hook the Catch of Your Life — The Miracle Mile is a famed stretch of the North Platte River with world-class fishing and stargazing thanks to a remote location, grand scenery and epic trout.
Experience Frontier Life — Attend Cheyenne Frontier Days, the world’s largest outdoor rodeo, for 10 days of roping and riding, or visit Cody, a year-round frontier town with log cabins and saloons.
Shred Fresh Pow and Gnar — Jackson Hole offers world-class downhill skiing and snowboarding, but the state boasts over 10 other resorts with thousands of acres of skiable terrain, including back bowls and groomed runs for all levels and abilities.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Forgo the Typical Hotel — Wyoming is home to over 100 dude ranches, ranging from adult-only experiences to family-friendly adventures. Or become one with the land, sleeping in a yurt, covered wagon or teepee. Whether you post up outside a national park or go deep into the backcountry, you’ll love camping or glamping under the stars.
See Where History, Art and Native American Heritage Collide — The Buffalo Bill Center of the West houses five museums and a research library under one roof.
Devils Tower National Monument — America’s first National Monument looms 264 metres in the air. An astounding geologic feature that protrudes out of the Black Hills, you may recognize it from the movie “Close Encounters of the Third Kind”. Considered sacred by the indigenous people, it is one of the best crack climbing areas in North America.
SMALL-TOWN CHARM:
Buffalo — Nestled in the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains, Buffalo’s main street has more than a dozen historic buildings, including the Occidental Hotel with an authentic Western feel and historic saloon.
Lander — Known as “where the rails end and the trails begin,” Lander combines Western history with outdoor adventure. Internationally known for its rock climbing, the gateway to the Wind River Mountains has a variety of routes in Sinks Canyon State Park and Wild Iris, in addition to hiking, biking and other recreational pursuits.
Laramie — Home to the University of Wyoming, this colourful college town boasts an eclectic mix of outdoor pursuits and culture. Whether you spend the day meandering the historic downtown or visiting one of many renowned museums, Laramie has something for everyone.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS:
Wildlife Watching — With more than 253,000 square kilometres of terrain and one person per every 111 acres, Wyoming is one of the best wildlife-watching spots in North America. Home to more than 100 species of mammals and 400 species of birds, common sightings include bison, mountain lions, wolves, bald eagles and bears year-round in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.
“We All Float on Okay” — Top to bottom, east to west, Wyoming boasts endless rivers for floating, rafting, kayaking and canoeing. Whether you take it cool and calm or seek out adrenaline-pumping rapids, plan at least one great day on the water.
Epic Miles — With eight national forests, two national parks, 12 state parks and more than 18 million acres of public land, hikers enjoy a variety of views in Wyoming, from thermal wonders to crystal-clear lakes, meadows and forests to explore.
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