Wyoming: Top 10 best things to do
1 Yellowstone National Park
Designated as the nation’s first national park in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is known for its sprawling landscapes and unique thermal features. Iconic spots such as Old Faithful, Lower Falls and Yellowstone Lake guarantee breathtaking photos and a once in a lifetime experience.
2 Grand Teton National Park
The jagged peaks of Grand Teton National Park tower over the Jackson Hole valley just south of Yellowstone National Park. The park is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts ranging from climbers to hikers. The tallest peak, Grand Teton, rises 13,770 feet above sea level.
3 Devils Tower National Monument
A flat topped volcanic formation, Devils Tower National Monument is a one-of-a-kind natural wonder. Looming more than 1,200 feet above Wyoming’s eastern plains, the tower is considered a must-see for all Wyoming visitors. Devils tower is a sacred monument for many tribes, in addition to a coveted climbing spot for those seeking a thrill. Movie buffs will remember it as the backdrop for the climax of the 1977 movie, Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
4 Jackson Hole
Wildlife abounds in Jackson Hole. The area is also known to be a hub of outdoor adventure offering excellent skiing, hiking, and rafting experiences along with world-class accommodations.
5 Flaming Gorge
Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area boasts some 201,000 acres of scenic land shared by Wyoming and eastern Utah. Known as a fishing hot spot in America, the reservoir offers quality year round fishing and stellar views
6 Buffalo Bill Centre of the West
An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institute, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West has devoted itself to telling the story of the American West. With five Western museums, you’ll need to add a few days to your itinerary to get the complete experience.
7 Fossil Butte National Monument
Fossil Butte National Monument contains nearly 8,200 acres and protects the largest deposit of freshwater fish fossils in the world. It’s a ruggedly impressive topographic feature that rises some 1,000 feet above Twin Creek Valley to an elevation of more than 7,500 feet above sea level.
8 Fort Laramie National Historic Site
Fort Laramie National Historic Site was once one of the most important outposts for major emigrant trails heading West. The spot now preserves and interprets an important time in the American history of western expansion.
9 Cheyenne Frontier Days
Cheyenne Frontier Days is the largest outdoor rodeo and Western celebration in the world. This 10-day event brings in some of the nation’s top rodeo cowboys and music performers.
10 College National Finals Rodeo
See the top college rodeo athletes across the nation compete in what is considered the “Rose Bowl” of college rodeo in Casper.