2023 Wyoming Itinerary Guide

ITINERARY GUIDE

GROUP-FRIENDLY ITINERARIES

THAT SHOWCASE WHAT WYOMING HAS TO OFFER

The True West Lives in Wyoming

Saddle up for rip-roaring fun in the Cowboy State

WELCOME

ON BEHALF OF ALL OF WYOMING, it is my privilege to invite Group Travel to experience all that the Cowboy State has to offer. No state has fewer people and more room for adventure.

Some of America’s most pristine landscapes live in Wyoming, including Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park, Devils Tower and Fossil Butte National Monument, eight national forests and 12 state parks. During your travels, be sure to explore at least one of Wyoming’s 21 scenic byways while listening to its exclusive podcast – Hello WY

While the outdoors is notable, it is Wyoming’s pioneering spirit and deeprooted western hospitality that makes our destination truly remarkable. Wyoming is considered one of the last bastions of the West. Experience one of our famous rodeos or enjoy a chuckwagon dinner to capture that Western spirit. Our guides, ranchers, hoteliers and many others strive to make your trip safe and memorable.

Our hope is not only for you to enjoy the people and places that make Wyoming special, but for these parts of our state we hold so dear to be around for generations to come. This is why as you travel throughout our great state, we ask that you do so responsibly, keeping the health of our natural spaces, wildlife, residents and fellow travelers in mind. By working together, we can maintain Wyoming as a source of inspiration for years to come. You can learn more at wyresponsibly.com

We cannot wait to welcome you. At the end of your journey, you will understand why Wyoming is such a special place for visitors and for those of us who are lucky enough to call this state home. For now, turn the page and start planning your Group Travel itinerary to Wyoming. We will be waiting.

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GETTING HERE AND GETTING AROUND

WYOMING WELCOME CENTERS

There are interactive displays, photo ops, friendly staff and more at Wyoming’s eight Welcome Centers.

BEAR RIVER STATE PARK & TRAVEL INFORMATION CENTER

Evanston I-80/Exit 6

CODY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE VISITOR CENTER

Take U.S. 14/16 to Cody

JACKSON HOLE & GREATER YELLOWSTONE VISITOR CENTER

I-80 Exit 104 to US-191

NORTHEAST WYOMING WELCOME CENTER

Beulah, I-90 Exit 199

DRIVING INFO

For up-to-date road conditions and other transportation information, check the Wyoming Department of Transportation at wyoroads.info, or call 888-996-7623. Download the Wyoming 511 app.

FLY-IN

Nearly all Wyoming airports, including Casper (the state’s only international airport) Cheyenne, Cody, Gillette, Jackson Hole, Laramie, Riverton, Rock Springs and Sheridan offer direct flights from Denver and Salt Lake City. Jackson Hole Airport extends direct flights during the summer and ski season from Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York City (JFK), Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Seattle and Newark.

TAKE THE SCENIC ROUTE

Wyoming has 21 Scenic Byways, Scenic Highways, Scenic Backways, Historic Backways and Historic Byways. Check out these road trips. dot.state.wy.us/home/ travel/scenic_byways/wyomings-scenic-byways--backways.html

PINE BLUFFS INFORMATION CENTER I-80 Exit 401

SHERIDAN WELCOME CENTER I-90 Exit 23

SOUTHEAST WYOMING WELCOME CENTER

Cheyenne I-25 Exit 4

SUMMIT INFORMATION CENTER (SEASONAL)

Laramie I-80 Exit 323

Cover Photo: Eatons’ Ranch, the country’s first and oldest dude ranch

Photo courtesy of Wyoming Office of Tourism

THE TRUE WEST LIVES IN WYOMING

Saddle up for rip-roaring fun in the Cowboy State

By Randy Mink

Travelers looking for symbols of the American frontier—the ranch, the rodeo, the cowboy—will find them in the epic, wide-open landscapes of Wyoming, our 10th largest but least populous state. For fans of Western movies, it’s a fantasy come to life.

A group trip to Wyoming is not complete without a ranch visit, chuckwagon meal, or museum or historic site steeped in Old West lore. Your itinerary might include a ghost town, rodeo thrills and time to shop for cowboy duds. Heaping helpings of Western hospitality welcome all, city slickers included.

WILD WEST DINING EXPERIENCES

Historic Trails West in Casper offers a three-hour Dutch Oven Evening Trek that involves a covered wagon or horseback ride over the actual ruts of the Oregon, California, Mormon and Pony Express trails. A similar adventure is the Noon Up Lunch Trek. The Indian Tepee Village along the banks of the Platte River serves as the setting for these chuckwagon feasts. On the same route, Historic Trails West offers two-hour wagon rides without the meals. Wagons can accommodate up to 60 people.

Under an open sky with views of the Wind River Mountains, scrumptious food awaits groups at the Pitchfork Fondue Western Cookout at the Pinedale Rodeo Grounds. Start with homemade potato chips and buffalo brats before indulging in a main course of sirloin steak, chicken breast or trout.

For the Covered Wagon Cookout & Show offered by Bar T 5 in Jackson Hole, guests travel by wagon into Cache Creek Canyon for

Cheyenne Frontier Days features the world's largest outdoor rodeo.

an evening of chuckwagon dining and Western entertainment. In Cody, Cody Cattle Company rustles up an all-you-can-eat chuckwagon buffet with foot-stomping music.

At Terry Bison Ranch , a resort outside of Cheyenne, groups can go horseback riding for an hour or book a tour on a custom-built train that pulls right up to grazing bison—an iconic emblem of the American West. Guests can hand-feed the shaggy mammals and see a menagerie of other creatures, including ostriches, camels, llamas and longhorns. The on-site restaurant serves bison burgers and steaks; a group steak fry can be arranged.

For fine dining in a ranch-style setting, consider The Cookhouse at the TA Guest Ranch in Buffalo.

RODEOS

Firmly ingrained in the heart of Wyoming, rodeo is the state sport, and a bucking bronc appears on the state’s license plates. During the summer, almost every town hosts events where amateur and professional athletes compete in bull riding, steer wrestling, barrel racing, saddle bronc and bareback riding, and other feats of skill. When it comes to spectator sports, there’s nothing more exciting than watching a rider, using only one hand, fight to stay on the gyrating steed for eight seconds to earn a score. Many of these Wyoming rodeos are sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), the largest and oldest rodeo organization in the world.

At Cheyenne Frontier Days , a 10-day festival held the last full week in July in the state’s capital, top professional cowboys vie for $1 million in cash prizes. A summer staple since 1897, the world’s largest outdoor rodeo and Western celebration is called the “Daddy of ’Em All.” Trick riders and rodeo clowns break up the wild ’n’ woolly main events. Pancake breakfasts, chuckwagon dinners, concerts, a carnival

midway and Native American dance performances at Indian Village add to Cheyenne Days festivity.

In northwest Wyoming, the town of Cody stages two distinct rodeos. The Cody Nite Rodeo , a tradition that started in 1938, takes place every night from June 1 through August 31. At the same venue, Cody Stampede Days , with special performances of the Nite Rodeo, highlights the Fourth of July weekend. Known as the Rodeo Capital of the World, Cody traces its rodeo history back to the time when William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody conducted his Wild West Show tryouts in town, although the show was never formally held there.

In Casper, daring cowboys entertain grandstand crowds every July at the Central Wyoming Fair & Rodeo . Casper also hosts the Collegiate National Finals Rodeo , a mid-June event that draws more than 400 cowboys and cowgirls from 100 universities and colleges. In July, the National High School Finals Rodeo takes place in Gillette. Other calendar highlights include July’s Sheridan WYO Rodeo in Sheridan and August’s Wyoming State Fair & Rodeo in Douglas.

Chuckwagon entertainment

Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Cody

HISTORIC SITES

As you explore the grounds, cavalry barracks and other restored buildings at Fort Laramie National Historic Site, staff members and volunteers in period dress bring alive the sweeping saga of westward expansion and Indian resistance to encroachment on their territories. Originally established as a private fur trading post in 1834, Fort Laramie, a major stop on the Oregon Trail, evolved into the largest and best known military base on the Northern Plains before its abandonment in 1890. There are museum exhibits and an 18-minute orientation film.

The story of Fort Caspar, which also served Oregon Trail journeyers, is told at the Fort Caspar Museum and Historic Site, located on the North Platte River near the central Wyoming town of Casper. It was the site of deadly Indian attacks in 1865. Fort Fetterman, established in the late 1800s as a supply point for soldiers protecting the Union Pacific Railroad, epitomized the Wild West: shootouts, hangings and characters like Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane and Buffalo Bill Cody. Fort Bridger State Historic Site, near Evanston in southwest Wyoming, features 34 original and re-created buildings, including a schoolhouse, homestead cabin, Pony Express barn and officers’ quarters. Its museum showcases items from eras past, and costumed guides provide insightful commentary.

Tours of the Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site in Laramie feature cells, prisoner dining rooms, the industries building (broom factory), warden’s office, and guards’ and women’s quarters. An exhibit on outlaw Butch Cassidy marks the time he spent in the prison, which was in use from 1872-1903.

In Pinedale, the fur-trade era comes alive at the Museum of the Mountain Man , where exhibits include a replica of an 1800s Sioux lodging and a life-size grizzly-bear-attack diorama. In the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains near Sheridan, the Brinton Museum at Quarter Circle A Ranch displays Western and American Indian art. Tours of the Historic Brinton Ranch House and old-time leather workshop are available.

Wyoming claims a number of ghost towns that provide a rare glimpse into a bygone era, a time when prospectors came from far and wide in hopes of striking it rich digging into veins of mineral deposits. Among the most visited of these abandoned frontier settlements is South Pass City, which boomed with the discovery of gold in the 1860s. Visitors at this state historic site can see more than 20 authentically restored structures, view 30-some period room exhibits, tour the gold mine, go panning for gold in Willow Creek and order a sarsaparilla soda at the general store. Nearby, Atlantic City also bustled with mining activity before being deserted in a few short years. Besides poking around 40 original buildings, you can shop in the general store and enjoy a meal at Atlantic City Mercantile.

The Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, the state’s most renowned museum complex, consists of five separate units dedicated to the culture and traditions of the American West, all under one roof. Its Buffalo Bill Museum spotlights the famous showman and scout, while the Plains Indian Museum brims with the art, dress, ceremonial items and weaponry of the Arapaho, Blackfeet, Cheyenne, Crow, Shoshone and Sioux tribes. A Smithsonian Affiliate, the center comprises the Draper Natural History Museum , Cody Firearms Museum and Whitney Western Art Museum as well.

Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site, Laramie

8-DAY ITINERARY

Wyoming has everything a traveler could want when the temperature dips. From world-class outdoor adventrues to amazing snowcovered scenery, Wyoming and Yellowstone National Park are incredible winter destinations.

WYOMING Shines in the Winter

When the temperatures drop, Wyoming becomes a winter wonderland

BY LISA SHAMES

Yellowstone’s thermal pools are incredible in the winter as well as in warmer months.

Unique outdoor adventures, world-class skiing, an abundance of wildlife and spectacular scenery all await during wintertime in Wyoming. While the Cowboy State has a well-deserved reputation for being an awesome place to visit during summer, come the colder months it turns into a beautiful winter wonderland. Then there’s the bonus of less crowds. Interested? We thought so. Read on to learn about the wonders that await in Wyoming during winter in this eight-day itinerary.

DAY 1

HOT SPRINGS AND MORE NATURAL WONDERS IN WYOMING

Start your Wyoming adventure in Bozeman, Montana, which hosts an international airport and is just 90 minutes driving distance to Mammoth Hot Springs, your home for the evening. A large complex of hot springs on a travertine hill in Yellowstone National Park, this iconic natural wonder was created thousands of years ago as hot water from the spring cooled and deposited calcium carbonate. Get an up-close look of the colorful Mammoth Terraces, one of the major geyser basins in Yellowstone, with a tour on skis or snowshoes. Reward your hard work with a hearty meal at one of the charming nearby lodges, followed by a good night’s rest.

DAY 2 A UNIQUE YELLOWSTONE WILDLIFE TOUR AND MORE ADVENTURES

Your first full day in Wyoming is filled with plenty of outdoor activities. Plan accordingly with a nourishing breakfast. Be sure to dress in layers and leave the jeans at the hotel (they don’t dry well).

Yellowstone’s winter scenery and amazing wildlife is unmatched. And the best way to see this majestic landscape is with a group tour.

The Xanterra Travel Collection gives groups an up-close and personal view of Yellowstone with the Lamar Valley Wildlife Tour. This tour takes you across the park where you can explore Yellowstone’s wintry, white terrain, which creates a perfect background for showing off the animals in their natural habitat.

Finish the day with a leisurely walking tour of the Mammoth area. Spend the night in Mammoth. After the day’s energetic activities, we predict a restful sleep.

Old Faithful erupts consistently in all seasons.

Photos courtesy of Wyoming Office of Tourism

Mammoth Hot Springs are picturesque stops.

DAY 3:

SNOW COACHES, OLD FAITHFUL AND ONE-OF-A-KIND LODGE

After a hearty breakfast — if there ever was a time to splurge on your morning meals, this trip and all its outdoor activities is it — load up the snowcoaches. To the uninitiated, snowcoaches are shuttle vans on steroids (picture a monster truck) with extra-large tires like those on a snowmobile. These are necessary for navigating the area during snow-filled winters and offer a truly one-of-a-kind transportation experience.

Today, Yellowstone National Park’s Old Faithful and the surrounding area are the focus. Sitting on top of an active volcano, Yellowstone is home to many hydrothermal features, hundreds of geysers and waterfalls. Old Faithful is a

DAY 4

WYOMING’S GRAND CANYON

Today’s adventure features a tour of Yellowstone’s Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon expresses the park’s complex geologic history in dramatic colors and shapes. Puffs of steam mark hydrothermal features in the canyon’s walls. Twenty miles long, the canyon is up to 4,000-feet wide and 1,200-feet deep in places. The Upper and Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River add to the grandeur of the unique natural treasure. The narrated sightseeing tour departs the Snow Lodge and follows the road north from Old Faithful through the Upper and Lower Geyser Basins to Madison Junction. The tour continues north along the Gibbon River through excellent elk and bison habitat.

Refuel with a delicious box lunch.

Return to Snow Lodge for the night. Share stories of the day’s adventures in the cozy lounge and be sure to stop by the charming Bear Den Gift Store for memories of your trip.

cone geyser located in Yellowstone’s Upper Geyer Basin. The first geyser in the park to be named, its moniker references its highly predictable geothermal feature, erupting every 90 minutes since 2000. Viewing it during wintertime means you might just get it to yourself or a very small crowd. Your home for the next two nights is the nearby Old Faithful Snow Lodge. Nestled in the Upper Geyser Basin, the beautiful lodge features a heavy timber construction, exterior log columns and cedar shingle roof. It has received the Cody Award for Western Design and Travel and Leisure’s Inn of the Month. Relax in front of one of the lobby fireplaces before grabbing dinner at the sit-down restaurant or the quick-service Geyser Grill.

DAY 5

UNIQUE BOUTIQUES, TASTY FOOD AND MORE THINGS TO DO IN JACKSON

Load the snow coaches and depart for Jackson , a small town in Wyoming’s Jackson Hole valley, which is a valley about 80 miles long and 15 miles wide. Scenic Safaris tour and rentals will meet groups at Old Faithful and transport them via a shuttle into Jackson.

Downtown Jackson’s historic Town Square features iconic antler arches. Spend a leisurely afternoon wandering the quaint town, including Jackson’s National Museum of Wildlife Art , which features a collection of more than 5,000 works of art. Keep the art appreciation going with a tour of Jackson’s more than 25 galleries featuring paintings and photography by local and world-renowned artists. Walk the boardwalks where you’ll find

local boutiques, western apparel and gifts, outlets, and major retailers. Pay a visit to Jackson’s landmark watering hole, The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar , which is internationally famous for its western dancing and live entertainment. Some of the finest entertainers in the country western scene have been known to take the stage here, including Waylon Jennings, Hank Williams Jr., Asleep at the Wheel, Hoyt Axton, Glen Campbell, Tanya Tucker, Willie Nelson, Commander Cody, and the James Cotton Blues Band. Another group favorite is the Gun Barrel Steak & Game House , which serves incredible mesquite grilled elk chops and big sky ribeye. The Local ’s tasty buffalo burger and an authentic chuckwagon dinner is also a popular stop.

DAY 6

MORE WILDLIFE, INCLUDING PLENTY OF ELK, IN JACKSON, WYOMING

Start your day bright and early with one of Jackson’s stellar wildlife tours. There are a number of companies to choose from that offer expert-led journeys through the area’s national parks, giving you an up-close view of a variety of animals. Some of them offer highdefinition binoculars and scouting scopes.

After a break for lunch, continue the animal-themed day and head to the National Elk Refuge. Created in 1912 to protect habitat and provide sanctuary for one of the largest elk herds, this wildlife refuge offers the chance to see the most elk in one place. During winter those numbers go even higher. Add to the experience by taking it all in from a horse-drawn sleigh.

DAY 7

MILITARY VEHICLES AND BIGHORN SHEEP IN DUBOIS, WYOMING

You could leave today but then you’d miss out on two unique Wyoming activities. Head to Dubois and visit the award-winning National Museum of Military Vehicles. This world-class military history museum features nearly 500 fully restored miliary vehicles, artillery pieces, naval vessels and aircraft dating from 1897 to the present with a current emphasis on the American experience in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. The museum also houses a large, historically significant, firearms collection.

Then there’s the National Bighorn Sheep Center , a nonprofit organization providing education and outreach for the national conservation of wild sheep, wildlife and wildlands. A variety of displays are as informative as they are interesting.

DAY 8

FINAL DAY IN WYOMING

As you prepare your luggage for your flight home out of Jackson, start planning your next visit to Wyoming.

Photos courtesy of Wyoming Office of Tourism

Snowcoaches will take guests on memorable tours of Yellowstone.

3-DAY ITINERARY

Carbon County sits in a picturesque area between the Snowy Range and the Sierra Madre Mountain Ranges. It lies in breathtaking natural beauty and has many outdoor activities year-round. Carbon County is perfect for unlimited adventures and exploring, from visiting the home of a renowned Western writer to relaxing in the therapeutic healing waters of Saratoga Hot Springs.

Discover Carbon County, Wyoming

Scenic backdrops and outdoor activities attract visitors to this alluring destination

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R elax in the therapeutic healing waters of Saratoga Hot Springs.

Photo courtesy of Carbon County Visitors’ Council

DAY 1

Get your Carbon County adventure started right with a visit to Medicine Bow. Founded in 1868 by the Union Pacific Railroad as a watering station, Medicine Bow is home to the Medicine Bow Museum and the Owen Wister Cabin. The latter is the summer home of Owen Wister, author of The Virginian, and a significant inspiration for the town. The museum features many fun and exciting things about this iconic author and his time in Medicine Bow.

Completed in 1911, The Historic Virginian Hotel was the largest hotel between Denver and Salt Lake City back in its heyday. The Old Western hospitality remains the same, and the hotel is registered as a National Historic Landmark. Enjoy a hearty lunch at the hotel’s Eating House and Saloon , walk around the hotel, and take in all the history each room holds. Depart for the 35-mile drive to Elk Mountain.

At the base of one of Carbon County’s most impressive natural landmarks, Elk Mountain, sits the gorgeous little town of Elk Mountain. This quaint town features a beautiful museum, an iconic historical hotel, and a llama ranch. The Elk Mountain Museum holds many stories from the Elk Mountain Valley within its walls. During the winter, call to make an appointment for a private tour. The iconic Historic Elk Mountain Hotel sits back in a Cottonwoodcovered area of Elk Mountain; this beautiful hotel has an excellent menu and rooms named after some of the area’s most notable characters. Take time to tour the Elk

Mountain Llama Trekking and learn more about what these amazing animals do and how they can be rented out.

After leaving Elk Mountain, travel 44 miles to Saratoga. Drop off your bags at the Saratoga Hot Springs Resort before heading out to experience this fabulous town. Walk along Bridge Street , the town’s thriving downtown, and shop for unique Wyoming and Saratoga-made goods. Enjoy a Saratoga-brewed cold one with your dinner at The Snowy Mountain Pub & Brewery , located within the Saratoga Hot Springs Resort.

DAY 2

Located across the road from the Shively Airfield, the Saratoga Museum exhibits present an extensive history of the Platte Valley. Several hands-on displays, an expansive gem and mineral display, and the local history exhibits make the museum a worthwhile stop. Lunch today is at the Wolf Hotel dining room in downtown Saratoga.

This historic hotel became an icon for Joe Pickett fans because C.J. Box, the author of the Joe Pickett series, featured the hotel in one of his New York Times Bestsellers.

After a long day of exploring, visit The Malt in Saratoga, a quick-serve burger bar; their delicious boozy milkshakes and wall of over 200 whiskeys from around the world make this restaurant tastebudpleasing and Instagram-worthy.

Return to the resort for a quiet evening in the hot pools.

DAY 3

Breakfast and checkout, then head for the Encampment River Valley, 20 miles south of Saratoga. Here you will discover Riverside and Encampment in the beautiful foothills of the Sierra Madre mountains. The Grand Encampment Museum is southern Wyoming’s GEM due to its extensive grounds, countless artifacts depicting valley life, and the Western storefront replicas.

Sixty-one miles north is Rawlins; here you will have lunch at Buck’s Sports Grill, where you will find a menu bigger than you and a vast array of options featuring the burgers, sandwiches, and salads you’d expect at a good diner. Following lunch, visit the Carbon County Museum , which preserves, through 30,000 artifacts, the rich history and heritage of the Carbon County communities. The next stop is Wyoming Frontier Prison , Wyoming’s first state prison that operated from 1901-1981 and housed prisoners until the new state prison was built south of town.

Guided tours are available, but you cannot leave any of your fellow tour passengers behind bars.

Discover Carbon County, Wyoming Leslie Jefferson • 307-324-3020

director@carboncounty.com

www.WyomingCarbonCounty.com

Enjoy Elk Mountain’s colors in Autumn.

Downtown Saratoga is a perfect place to dine and shop.

The Grand Encampment Museum is home to countless artifacts depicting valley life.

Photo courtesy of Carbon County Visitors’ Council

Photo courtesy of Carbon County Visitors’ Council

Photo courtesy of Carbon County Visitors’ Council

Wyoming’s best adventure starts in Wyoming’s Wind River Country. Located in western Wyoming, just beyond Yellowstone National Park and the Grand Teton Mountains, Wind River Country is the place to go to get away from the crowds.

Go Beyond Yellowstone to Wyoming’s Wind River Country

Embark on an adventure in this legendary locale

National Museum of Military Vehicles

DAY 1

Established in 1906, Riverton—also known as The Rendezvous City—lies at the confluence of the Big and Little Wind Rivers. The city is located in a natural basin that has long been a gathering point, most notably for the 1830 and 1838 mountain man fur trade rendezvous. Grab breakfast downtown at Brown Sugar Coffee Roastery, a popular locally owned and operated restaurant.

Depart to The Wind River Heritage Center , the new location of the WYRiverton Chamber and Visitor Center. See Wyoming wildlife and western history while gathering information about Wyoming’s Wind River Country. Close-by, the Riverton Museum offers educational exhibits and programming, including a walking tour of nearby historical buildings. Visit the 1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous site. Stretching 100 acres along the Wind River, the site has a walking path with stone markings and signs sharing tales about famed mountain men. Enjoy lunch at Roasted Bean & Cuisine . This restaurant offers hand-crafted dishes made with highquality ingredients, sourced locally when available and in season.

Work up an appetite hiking the Rails to Trails pathway . From the trailhead in Riverton to the outskirts of town following the old railroad right-of-way, the Rails to Trails pathway—also known as the Wyoming Heritage Trail—welcomes visitors at almost every cross street in town. Have pizza, calzones, pasta or subs at Perrett’s , an Italian restaurant with fresh ingredients and a welcoming environment.

DAY 2

Incorporated in 1890, Lander was named for Frederick W. Lander, the engineer responsible for the Lander Trail, a wagon road traveled by thousands of people heading West. Grab breakfast at The Middle Fork . With an all-fromscratch menu featuring local ingredients, fuel up for a day of adventure with delicious breakfast dishes.

The Fremont County Pioneer Museum collects, preserves and interprets artifacts from prehistory through the 1920s. It is home to a Pioneer Village, which features 10 historic buildings depicting pioneer living from 1880 to 1930.

Hike the Falls Trail just outside of Sinks Canyon State Park . This three-mile, easy to moderate hike, surrounds a series of waterfalls and cascades with the longest vertical fall about 60 feet high. Enjoy a tasty salad, burger, sandwich or pizza for lunch at Gannett Grill .

Peek into the history of the Wind River Indian Reservation through the TravelStorys Wind River Indian Reservation Audio Tour. During this tour you’ll visit significant sites such as Sacajawea’s Grave Site, while enjoying the beauty of the Reservation and hearing stories told by the Eastern Shoshone and the Northern Arapaho. Return to Lander’s Main Street for a stroll through town and dinner at Mulino Italian Bistro , a sophisticated, yet relaxed restaurant featuring appetizers, salads, house-made pastas and specialties.

DAY 3

Grab a quick bite and a warm drink at Lincoln Street Bakery in Lander. This bakery features traditional breads, pastries and other tasty delights.

Enjoy a wild horse tour while learning about Native American culture at the Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary . Home to more than 250 wild mustangs. The Sanctuary’s educational interpretive visitor center includes curated panels and displays and a small gift shop. Depart for Dubois , which is one of the last real Old West towns. Dubois is a charming hidden gem with the authentic feel of the Frontier.

Visit the National Museum of Military Vehicles . Within the museum is a collection of historically-significant firearms, including the first sniper rifle used in combat. Town Park and the Scenic Overlook captures many of the natural joys of Dubois. Extending on both sides of the river, the River Walk is a paved walkway lined by willow, juniper and sagebrush. Stroll and shop along Ramshorn Street’s art galleries and stores, then dine at The Lone Buffalo Steakhouse

Wyoming’s Wind River Country

Helen Wilson • 307-332-5546

hwilson@windriver.org

www.windriver.org

The Wind River Heritage Center offers educational exhibits and programming.

Enjoy a delicious meal at Mulino Italian Bistro.

Experience a wild horse tour at the Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary.

DAY 1

If you’re planning to visit during Cheyenne Frontier Days (always the last full week of July), you’re in for an immersive experience into cowboy culture. In addition to professional rodeo events, there’s live entertainment, a carnival midway, a chuck wagon cookoff, Native American cultural performances in the Indian Village, and more. However, if you are unable to make the big event, get a slice of the 10-day festival any time of year at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum . Learn the history of rodeo in Cheyenne and view one of the largest carriage collections in the United States, as well as historical clothing and artifacts and Western art and folk-art shows rotating through the gallery throughout the year.

Next, venture across the street to the beautiful Lions Park and the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens . You’ll discover awardwinning displays of plants, shrubs and trees from around the world. The tropical plant collection in the Shane Smith Grand Conservatory is a pure delight and green all year round. Then, it’s lunch on your own in downtown Cheyenne. Choose from Cajun, burgers, or a brewery in a historic building, upscale and classy, meat and potatoes, or soup and sandwiches. You’re sure to find the perfect item to please your palate.

Kick off the afternoon with the Cheyenne Street Railway Wild West Tour . This 90-minute chartered or ticketed tour puts the city’s most interesting sites and historical buildings on full display with a spirited narration by a knowledgeable conductor.

Continue your afternoon at the Cheyenne Depot Museum located inside the historic Union Pacific Railroad Depot. Exhibits tell the story of why Cheyenne was selected for the depot along the Transcontinental Railroad and its years as a “Hell on Wheels” town. Views of the roundhouse, steam shop and railyard are enjoyed from the second floor, next to an impressive model train setup. Settle in before departing for dinner at Wyoming’s Rib and Chop House . The menu offers an extensive list of premium steaks, fresh fish, and house specialties.

DAY 2

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading downtown for a visit to the Nelson Museum of the West. This Old West heritage museum has a wide variety of exhibits covering older western cultures, including cowboy, charro, art, Native American and military aspects. Next stop is Cowgirls of the West , dedicated to the history and legends of pioneering western women. Allow time for a little shopping at the Emporium, or other downtown shops and boutiques where you can dress like a local.

After a bite at your choice of restaurant downtown, you will make your way to the Wyoming State Capitol Building for a guided tour highlighting the recent $300 million restoration project.

Rich with art and architecture, the People’s House is worth a wander – and only steps away from both the Historic Governor’s Mansion and Wyoming State Museum . Depart for Terry Bison Ranch whose mission is to provide something

fun for every group. Begin with a ride on the well-known bison train for up-close interaction with the bison and a history tour of the ranch. The Trading Post Gift Shop has western gifts and one-of-a-kind photo opportunities. Enjoy dinner tonight at the ranch’s Senator’s Steakhouse and Brass Buffalo Saloon . The menu features choices regardless of your taste, but the Bison Short Ribs and Bison Burger are award-winning crowd-pleasers.

DAY 3

Breakfast, checkout and depart Cheyenne traveling North on I-25.

It’s about a 30-minute drive to the Quebec 01 Missile Alert Facility State Historic Site . Originally constructed in 1962 as a Minuteman I Launch site, it was converted in 1986 to a Peacekeeper site. It was one of five flights of Peacekeeper Missile Alert Systems and the only one that visitors can tour. Depart Quebec 01 for the 15-minute drive to Chugwater Soda Fountain , the state’s oldest still operating soda fountain. The stop couples well with lunch at the Stampede Saloon and Eatery

Cheyenne Botanic Gardens

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Quebec 01 Missile Alert Facility Site

3-DAY ITINERARY Wyoming has everything a traveler could want if you have the time and the transportation. Natrona County is the only place in Wyoming where you can find it all at once. Beautiful landscapes, wildlife, American history you can experience, amazing food, winter adventures and 59,000 friendly locals to welcome you here.

The Traveler’s Guide to the Heart of Wyoming

You will be wowed by Casper’s picturesque landscapes

Enjoy good food and good company in this neck of Wyoming.

DAY 1

Arrive in Casper around noon. Grab a light snack or lunch if needed downtown. Food trucks are certainly an option.

Head to the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center . It was voted No. 3 out of the top 10 museums to Visit in the West . Explore exhibits featuring what early pioneers experienced as they followed the trails between 1841 and 1868. You’ll be diving into legendary Western history, while learning about the Oregon, California, Mormon and Pony Express Trails. This must-see museum is filled with interactive historical exhibits relevant to Wyoming and Casper. A group-friendly museum, there is ample motorcoach parking available.

Depart from the National Historic Trails Center and spend the early evening on the three-hour Historic Trails West Tour with Morris Carter. Hitch a ride on the historic covered wagon train or be a Pony Express Horse Rider. You’ll experience the deep ruts carved out by hundreds of thousands of early settlers. Enjoy a Dutch Oven dinner cookout with “Conestoga Cobbler” along the Platte River in the Indian Teepee Village.

Return to Casper and choose from any one of 2,400 hotel rooms for some muchneeded rest.

DAY 2

Grab a delectable breakfast downtown at Sherri’s Place, Eggingtons, or The BlueBird Restaurant.

Depart to Independence Rock State

Historic Site , about 50 miles southwest of Casper. Monumental history is waiting to be explored as you hike, touch and view history from more than 150 years ago. This large granite formation that looks like a large whale from a distance is where emigrants forging West for a promised new, brighter future camped. Upon the arrival of pioneers, as a testament to their journey, many carved their names into the rock’s smooth surface that stands 136 ft. tall, covering 24.8 acres of land. Keep an eye out for your ancestors’ engravings.

Heading back to Casper, swing by Alcova Reservoir & Fremont Canyon for lunch at the Alcoa Resort Restaurant, just 40 miles from Casper. Take in the beauty all around with a watercraft rental, tour, or excursion. Kayaks, SUPs and canoes along with pontoons deck boats and jet skis are available for both guided tours, or individual use.

Return to Casper and enjoy dinner and brews in the thriving downtown district corridor. A local favorite, Bull Horn Brewery serves hand-crafted ales and award-winning menu items. Walk off your dinner as you tour downtown, viewing historic buildings and stunning murals. You’ll come across David Street Station, Casper’s versatile outdoor space, complete with a stage for concerts, green areas, and a splash pad in the summer months. Check the website for events and concerts during your stay.

Wrap up your busy day at your hotel for a good night’s sleep.

DAY 3

Check out and kick off your day with a healthy and filling breakfast.

Shop Historic Downtown Casper at various locally owned, one-of-a-kind boutiques and shops. Peruse clothing and goods at shops like the Floral Rhino, Cadillac Cowgirl, Mustard Seed or Wy Shirt & Gift. Check out the craftsmanship on display at 307 Metal Works, where you can find artistic creations forged from steel by a Casper artist. Don’t forget to swing into Casper’s most iconic shopping experience Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters. Offering nine floors of true western clothing for the entire family + 10,000 pairs of name brand cowboy boots to choose from. And don’t get us started on their hat collection.

Hit the road for the Hell’s Half Acre, a 30-mile drive from Casper. Despite the name, Hell’s Half Acre is well over an acre; it encompasses over 900 acres of deep ravines, caves, rock formations, and hard-packed eroded earth. What makes this location extra special? In 1997, this was a filming location for the fictional planet Klendathu in the movie Starship Troopers. It’s a great Wyoming photo opportunity.

Visit Casper

Amanda Sewell • 307-234-5362

Asewell@VISITCASPER.COM

www.VISITCASPER.COM

The Historic Trails Interpretive Center shows how early pioneers lived.

Your group will be wowed by the picturesque Fremont Canyon.

Hell’s Half Acre features more than 900 acres of ravines and rock formations.

Photo courtesy of Andy Austin

Photo courtesy of Andy Austin

Explore the cultural capital of Wyoming immersing yourself in the history and heritage of the old west with a visit to Sheridan County, Wyoming. Encounter icons and outlaws, and embrace the spirit of the American frontier in this captivating town. Across the region you’ll find battlefields that shaped the history of the American West, as well as little-known sites nestled into the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains.

The History and Heritage of Sheridan County, Wyoming

Pay a visit to the cultural capital of Wyoming

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Learn about the history of Sheridan County and the American West in this historic destination.

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DAY 1

Trapper George Mandel built a cabin and post office near the forks of Goose Creek; that cabin still stands today at Whitney Commons in downtown Sheridan. The arrival of the Burlington & Missouri Railroad in 1892 transformed Sheridan into the region’s industrial and commercial center; both of Sheridan’s Train Depots still stand today.

Just 30 minutes south of Sheridan is Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site and Interpretive Center. The fort, constructed in 1866 played an important role in Red Cloud’s War. Nearby Fetterman Battlefield is the site of the U.S. Calvary’s worst defeat until Little Big Horn.

Fort Mackenzie is a former U.S. Army post in Sheridan, now used by the U.S. Veterans Administration as the Sheridan Veterans Administration Medical Center. There are 48 structures listed as contributions to the Fort Mackenzie National Register of Historic Places district.

The Historic Sheridan Inn, constructed in 1892, was one of the first hotels in Sheridan. It was conceptualized and developed by William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody. Refurbished in 2013 bringing 21st-century luxury to the 19th-century building.

DAY 2

Sheridan’s historic heart beats with the stories of cowboys, Indians, battle sites, ranching legends, and western outlaws. Prepare for a day of historic immersion with breakfast

at Silver Spur Cafe, a beloved Main Street haunt, or head to Ranchester for breakfast at Innominate Coffeehouse & Bakery.

Less than an hour from Sheridan, near Crow Agency, Montana, is the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. The site memorializes the U.S. Army’s 7th Cavalry and the Lakota and Cheyenne in one of the Indian’s last armed efforts to preserve their way of life.

Next stop is The Brinton Museum, located on the 620-acre Quarter Circle A Ranch in the community of Big Horn. The museum offers an authentic view into the life of Bradford Brinton, a Western gentleman and art collector who was a patron of many of the most celebrated 19th and 20th- century Western artists.

Lunch at the Brinton Bistro comes with sublime mountain views and an opportunity to wax poetic about the museum’s immense collection.

Returning through Big Horn, take time to visit the community’s main street, home to a number of historic properties, including the beautiful Big Horn Mercantile and the Just Ledoux It Steakout & Saloon. Stop at the Bozeman Trail Museum. Built in 1879 by the Rock Creek Stage Line, the blacksmith shop, now home to the museum, originally satisfied the needs of travelers on the nearby Bozeman Trail.

In Sheridan the Trail End State Historic Site mansion built and inhabited by former Wyoming Governor and U.S. Senator John B. Kendrick. Kendrick was a successful cattleman when he commissioned the house.

In nearby Dayton, Hans Kleiber, artist, poet, and naturalist, constructed his first

printing press with gears and rollers cast at the Sheridan Foundry. You’ll have tickets for tonight’s WYO Theater show. When the WYO Theater opened in 1923 as the Lotus, newspaper headlines proclaimed it “Wyoming’s Wonder Picture Palace!”

DAY 3

Sheridan is the Cultural Capital of Wyoming, and features numerous galleries, exhibits, exhibitions, and art collections open to the public. There are plenty of opportunities to have a hands-on experience in shaping your own artistic vision. Take Sheridan’s self-guided Historic Walking Tour and enjoy more than 100 public art pieces and numerous buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Take your show on the road and visit the Ucross Art Gallery; exhibitions are evocative, insightful and beautiful. Ucross is less than 40 miles from Sheridan; pastoral beauty is the highlight of the drive. For more than 35 years, Ucross has been giving space and time to artists who come from all disciplines.

Sheridan County Travel & Tourism

Shawn Parker • 307-673-7120

sparker@sheridanwy.gov

www.sheeridanwy.org

Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site played an important role in Red Cloud’s War.

The Brinton Museum offers an authentic view into the life of Bradford Brinton.

Sheridan is home to a wide variety of excellent public art.

Discover the best of Southwest Wyoming with a three-day group itinerary to Rock Springs & Green River. Explore stunning landscapes, outdoor adventure and classic Western towns that welcome groups of all sizes. Reserve a bus tour of the Flaming Gorge All-American Road. This is how we explore in Sweetwater County.

3 Days to Explore in Rock Springs & Green River, Wyoming

This is the ultimate group guide to Southwest Wyoming

Southwest Wyoming has some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country.

All photo courtesy of Sweetwater County Travel & Tourism

DAY 1

Begin your adventure in the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area . This is the quintessential Southwest Wyoming landscape: massive terrain, expansive vistas and jagged skylines from centuries-old rock formations.

Drive the Flaming Gorge All-American Road yourself, or reserve a full-day bus tour, perfect for large groups. Lunch, and even an ice-cream break, are included.

The tour stops at Firehole Canyon, Flaming Gorge Dam, Red Canyon Overlook and more. Listen along as your local guide describes how this area has changed over the centuries and bring your camera to capture the epic scenery and wildlife.

The tour ends at the Explore Rock Springs & Green River Visitor Center in Rock Springs.

Refuel after your day of exploring, go through your photos over dinner and craft beer at Bitter Creek Brewing . Then tuck into your hotel and rest up for tomorrow.

DAY 2

Head just outside of Rock Springs for a second day of high desert adventure. Make sure your group is prepared for an off-thegrid experience as service is limited in this area. Start at the Killpecker Sand Dunes , a playground for all ages.

These massive sandy slopes are called “singing sand dunes” and make a faint humming sound when you listen closely. This rare phenomenon is due to the

polished sand shape. Rent sandboards for your group at Rockin Rollin Rentals in Rock Springs and slide down the dunes together. It’s heart-racing, belly-laughing and sandy fun.

From the dunes, venture to Boar’s Tusk . This stone pillar is a beacon of the region and can’t be missed. Boar’s Tusk is the remnant of an ancient volcano over 2.5 million years old. Bring lunch to eat as you stand in the shadow of this giant, carved over centuries.

Just a short drive from Boar’s Tusk are the White Mountain Petroglyphs . Learn the stories of Southwest Wyoming from the Plains and Great Basin indigenous people. The large stone walls feature hundreds of hand carvings that show what life was like for these early people.

Etched bison, elk hunts and even human figures connect present day visitors to the historic people of the area. The petroglyphs are estimated to be between 200 - 1000 years old. Once you’ve finished here, return back to town and enjoy a hearty meal at Santa Fe Southwest Grill after a day on the road.

DAY 3

Start in town, with a leisurely breakfast and shopping excursion in Rock Springs. Try Eve’s at the White Mountain Golf Course for beloved brunch fare (on Sundays) or grab a dozen from Cowboy Donuts –featured on Food Network for their iconic baked goods. Snag a gift from local shops like Sidekicks Wine & Book Bar , Mack & Co , and Kneeland Fine Ar t.

Then strap into your helmet for mountain biking at Wilkins Peak , just outside Green River

These are the best mountain bike trails in Wyoming and offer a trail for all skill levels. Rent bikes for your group from Bike and Trike in Rock Springs or Geared Up in Green River and do as the locals do: play outside. Recuperate with a walk around Expedition Island and some shopping at Apricot Lane before your meal.

End the day with a stop at a signature Sweetwater event. This is rodeo country, so grab your cowboy boots and head to the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs to watch roping and riding. Events happen all year long, so check the event calendar before you visit. Discover the best of Southwest Wyoming, where you can get off the grid with the people who matter most. Plan your group trip to Rock Springs and Green River and start exploring.

Rock Springs & Green River

Jenissa Meredith • 307-382-2538

jmeredith@tourwyoming.com

www.ExploreWY.com

Drive through Flaming Gorge Country for scenic vistas like Firehole Canyon.

Rent sandboards and hit the slopes at the Killpecker Sand Dunes.

Bike the best trails in the state at Wilkins Peak Trail System.

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Rolling hills, sagebrush-covered plains, stunning blue skies, and historic Western towns can all be found in Campbell County, which rambles across the northeast corner of Wyoming. Gillette and Wright are the county’s largest communities. Together they are considered the capitals of the Powder River Basin, which lies between the Big Horns and the Black Hills.

Exploring Wyoming’s Campbell County

From Bison and Old West charm to stunning scenery, this northeast region of Wyoming is a crowd-pleaser

Durham Bison Ranch is one of the continent’s largest bison operations.

Photo courtesy of Wyoming Office of Tourism

DAY 1

After getting settled into your hotel, head to Pizza Carrello for lunch. A handmade wood-fired oven ensures the perfect crust on their pies, while the laidback ambiance and friendly service adds to the charm of this local favorite.

Get a lay of the land with a Downtown Gillette Guided Historic Walking tour Learn about the city’s Old West past and hear entertaining tales of gunslinging cowboys while experiencing the charm of a quaint but up-and-coming downtown, complete with boutiques, shops, and restaurants.

Next, head to Durham Bison Ranch , where there are plenty of Wyoming’s spirit animal to see. One of the continent’s largest bison operations which spans 60,000 acres and is home to more than 3,000 head of these majestic animals, all of which are raised naturally, holistically, and sustainably as part of the owner’s commitment to the animal and the land.

Afterward, unwind with a visit to Big Lost Meadery & Brewery , where the oh-so-relaxing atmosphere is as unique as the fermented honey-based spirit they specialize in. Fans of these tasty beverages will appreciate the selection of homemade craft beers.

After wetting your whistle, head to the esteemed Prime Rib Restaurant and Wine Cellar for dinner. Impeccable service, a stellar wine list and an award-winning menu full of steaks, seafood and, yes, prime rib, await hungry groups.

DAY 2

Fuel up for a day full of fun activities with Southern-style breakfasts at family-owned Lula Belles Café or freshly made joe and morning treats at The Local coffee shop. Learn about local and regional history with an emphasis on the culture and people of Campbell County at the Rockpile Museum . Housing large collections of fossils, rifles, saddles, horse-drawn vehicles, and energy industry equipment as well as plenty of hands-on exhibits, this one-of-akind museum digs deep (pun intended) in telling the full story of Powder River Basin.

Further the energy production lesson with a tour of the Eagle Butte Mine . See spectacular machines work and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of the energy industry in Wyoming’s economy.

Reward all your learning with a lunch stop at The Coop Rotisserie House , which features delicious Latin- and Americanflavored chicken in a variety of dishes (chicken chorizo tacos, anyone?).

Save room for made-in-house frozen treats and fancy coffee drinks at The Ice Cream Café.

Stretch your legs (and work up an appetite for dinner) with a leisurely walk or give your fishing skills a try at Dalbey Memorial Park , which features a lake with fishing docks and plenty of scenic trails.

Wyoming-friendly hospitality is front and center at Railyard Steakhouse . Located in historic Downtown Gillette, this charming restaurant features terrific steaks, topnotch seafood, and globetrotting dishes sure to please the pickiest of seafood lovers.

Finish the evening at Cam-Plex Multi Event Center , offering everything from rodeos and tractor pulls to musical performances.

Or head to one of Gillette’s numerous watering holes, to catch a local event, singer or bingo game.

DAY 3

Your last day in Campbell County calls for freshly made bagels and all the fixings. Whether it’s cream cheese or gussied up scrambled eggs, The Main Bagel aims to please.

Finish your Campbell County trip with yet another found-only-here spot with a visit to the Frontier Auto Museum and Relics Store

The 13,000-square-foot museums features two separate vintage towns with rooms decorated with artifacts from the 1900s, including a soda fountain. Grab a stool and enjoy a refreshment as you plan your next Campbell County visit.

VISIT GILLETTE

Jessica Seders • 307-686-0040 •

jessica@visitgillettewright.com

visitgillettewright.com

Take a guided tour of Downtown Gillette and learn about the city’s Old West past.

See spectacular machines working at the Eagle Butte Mine.

The Frontier Auto Museum and Relics Store is filled with great artifacts.

Photo courtesy of Wyoming Office of Tourism

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Photo courtesy of Michael Smith

3-DAY ITINERARY

Explorers seeking some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country will love Cody Yellowstone. With outdoor activities and authentic Western experiences, the Wild West comes alive here. Discover Buffalo Bill’s untamed playground, experience must-see live music shows and learn to rope cattle in the Rodeo Capital of the World.

Adventures Await in Cody Yellowstone

From magnificent outdoor scenery and history, this northwest Wyoming town offers as much charm as its namesake, Buffalo Bill Cody

ITINERARY GUIDE

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Wyoming’s Cody Yellowstone is a picturesque area and is a perfect place to get outdoors and enjoy the magnificent scenery.

For centuries, Wyoming’s Cody Yellowstone has been a natural gathering place. Initially, it was wildlife that first called the area home. Then came all the others, including Native Americans, early explorers, settlers and a young man by the name of William F. Cody, known to the world as Buffalo Bill. Today, his legacy remains, as do the natural wonders that make this area so inspiring.

DAY 1

After arriving at Yellowstone Regional Airport, enjoy a post-flight lunch at Trailhead Bar Grill Wood Fired Pizza. Here, chef/owner Nathan Kardos has fulfilled his dream of opening a restaurant in his hometown that offers a Western spin on Northern Italian-inspired cuisine. Dishes feature ingredients from local farmers and ranchers and range from fresh pastas and wood-fired pizzas to a gourmet burger.

After lunch, enjoy 100 years of history in one hour on the Cody Trolley Tour that includes audio clips and a live narrator sharing the story of Buffalo Bill’s town in the Rockies. In the late afternoon, check in to your hotel, The Holiday Inn at the Buffalo Bill Village Resort. The largest of the three hotels at Cody’s only downtown resort, this full-service hotel includes 189 deluxe sleeping rooms, a restaurant, lounge and an outdoor heated pool.

Step back in time to the Old West of the 1890s at Old Trail Town, located on the original site of historic downtown Cody. Stroll through 27 historic buildings including Butch Cassidy’s Hole in the Wall Cabin, visit the cemetery and Jeremiah Johnston’s grave and view Mountain Men monuments.

DAY 2

The adventure continues with a visit to the Buffalo Bill Center of the West , home to five Smithsonian affiliate museums under one roof. Explore legends, cultures and artworks of the Wild West at this massive, award-winning museum complex in downtown Cody.

Get a hands-on encounter at Cody Firearms Experienc e where you’ll shoot the guns that won the West from flintlock to full auto. The instructor-led experience covers history, safety and live fire at the indoor range, which also includes a kids arcade, wildlife exhibit and indoor axe throwing.

When it was completed in 1910, the Buffalo Bill Dam was the tallest dam in the world. Today, it is a National Civil Engineering Landmark. Enjoy breathtaking views and learn about local travel and events at the visitor center.

The Proud Cut Saloon features the finest Cowboy cuisine including some of the best hamburgers in the area, prime rib and shrimp. This casual hangout with a full bar has been serving satisfied customers since 1936, when it burst to life as Grupps Cafe.

Since 1978, Wyoming River Trips’ mission has been to create and facilitate impactful river experiences through widely accessible, participation-oriented river trips. Enjoy a full canyon rafting adventure of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, which features majestic red sandstone peaks and Native American petroglyphs. Finish the day with an authentic cowboy

dinner cooked over an open fire at 2 Mules Chuckwagon. Learn about traditional Dutch oven cooking methods as you enjoy dishes such as wood-fired steak, sourdough biscuits and fresh cobbler.

DAY 3

Start your day with a one-of-a-kind open-air Yellowstone tour in a Mercedes convertible van with Cody Wyoming Adventures . See amazing rock formations, wildlife and beautiful lakes from your seat. Next up is the Heart Mountain Interpretive Center , which tells the stories of Japanese Americans confined here during WWII. The National Historic Site includes a museum, original camp structures, walking trail and military memorial. Finish your Cody stay with yet another adventure with a stellar scenic trail ride followed by dinner at a guest ranch.

Located in the beautiful Shoshone National Forest, the UXU Ranch has been in operation as a guest ranch since 1929 and features outstanding food, luxurious log cabins and stunning scenery.

Cody Yellowstone

Ryan Hauck • 307-586-1574

ryan.hauck@codyyellowstone.org

www.CodyYellowstone.org

Watch bucking broncos at the famous Cody Nite Rodeo.

Rafting is a great way to explore this beautiful part of the country.

Red Canyon Wild Mustang Tours offers tours of the Greater Yellowstone area.

By wagon train or motorcoach, every road leads to adventure

Solitary switchbacks. Timeless destinations. Natural wonders around every bend. e spirit of the West is alive in Wyoming, inviting you to connect with nature and reconnect with each other.

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