One of Wyomingās most well-known attractions is Yellowstone National Park. Millions of visitors travel to the national park each year, intrigued by its geothermal features. About 150 miles away from Yellowstone is the lesser-known destination of Thermopolis, WY, which is home to another geothermal attractionāHot Springs State Park.
The North Platte River in Casper, Wyoming runs through history, from Indigenous people to the Oregon Trail, to world-class fly fishing.
Go beyond Yellowstone National Park. Slow down in Wyoming’s Wind River Country and discover your own unforgettable holiday moments.
Gillette lies between Yellowstone and Mt. Rushmore and a mere 64 miles from Devils Towerā”an hour from the tower,” as the locals say. Gillette and its neighbor community, Wright, are welcome surprises to most visitors, offering a notable foodie scene and uniquely Wyoming tours.
We are longtime fans of Carbon County, Wyoming. Located right in the middle of Southern Wyoming, the tagline for this epic spot is “Get Your West On.” As soon as you cross the state line and leave the city lights behind, youāll see why.
Whether youāre out to earn your turns or braaap it up, Laramie is high on āweāre coming back next winterā lists all over the country. But weāre here to make the case that it should be on āweāre coming back this summerā lists.
Winter in Cody looks like trails through the forest, abundant wildlife, history of the American West, downhill skiing, and everything in between!
Here at Visit USA Parks, we live for cross-country road trips. They are simply the best way to take in the expanse of the American West. But after six hours at the wheel, there is no amount of sugary truck stop snacks that can keep you going (and we encourage safe, alert driving at all times!). Itās much better to pull over in a place like Platte County, Wyoming, where thereās so much to do you might even spend an extra night.
For quiet and solitude in the fall and winter months, wind your way to Carbon County, Wyoming. There is so much to keep you busy if youād like, as well as plenty of options for relaxation and rejuvenation.
When my parents decided they wanted to come visit me, Iād already been in central Wyoming near Thermopolis for a few months, after moving here for a job and a love for the mountains. In July, they drove west from Indiana and brought with them their easy-going midwestern spirits, some random items Iād left behind in my childhood room, and a strong itch to go fly-fishing.
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