Added: 04/15/2006 |
Wyoming Travel Destinations - Numerous, Historic and Always Exciting!Wyoming travel destinations abound. The peaks of the Grand Teton Range descend gradually into rolling foothills and then taper off into the wide-open plains of the eastern part of the state of Wyoming. In the Wyoming Rockies, the rugged landscape offers world class skiing and snowboarding, mountain biking, and kayaking through the Snake River Canyon. The state's geography is the primary reason why Wyoming travel destinations are so popular.
The Rockies are the central tourism destination in Wyoming. The Wyoming Rockies are home to Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park, as well as the Jackson area with its famous Jackson Hole Valley. Jackson is surrounded by the incredible geography of the Jackson Hole Valley, and Green River and Rock Springs are small centers with a deep pioneer-influenced history.
The northwestern corner of the Cowboy State boasts a number of national attractions and an outdoor playground like no other. Yellowstone National Park is home to powerful geysers and abundant wildlife, Grand Teton National Park's mighty peaks and rushing rivers are truly awe-inspiring, and the world famous Jackson Hole Mountain Ski Resort brings visitors from around the globe.
Trophy trout are regularly pulled from mountain streams and lakes of the state, while big and small game hunting tours are popular throughout Wyoming. East Wyoming sees rock climbers tackle America's first National Monument, Devil's Tower. Cheyenne, the state capital is in the east, as is Buffalo, a city that sits at the foot of the Big Horn Mountains, both are popular Wyoming travel destinations.
There are few places in the United States where visitors still risk the chance of encountering a western shootout between gun-slinging cowboys, and although it's just a show, downtown Cheyenne is one of them. Established in 1867, the historical city has not forgotten the important role both cowboys and the national railroad played in their community. With the snow-crested Rockies looming in the distance and short, sun-bleached grass encircling the town, the sky suddenly appears gargantuan, dwarfing the city's leafy suburbs. Each July the city celebrates their rich western heritage with Frontier Days, a week-long rodeo and fair that features performances, carnival rides, exhibitors and more.
Experience the state's Old West heritage throughout the state at museums in Casper and Cody, or join a fossil dig in the desert of Fossil Butte. Founded by the legendary Colonel William "Buffalo Bill" Cody, the frontier town bears his name and boasts several sites in his honor. Cody is renowned for its western history with Wyoming inns, museums and parks paying tribute to the famous cowboy, Buffalo Bill. Cody is one of Wyoming's gateways to Yellowstone National Park and has plenty of reasons to boast as one of premier Wyoming travel destinations. Cody offers plenty of action to compliment its western roots. There are numerous guest-ranches, camping areas, trail rides and other activities to satisfy outdoor enthusiasts.
Fish the crystal waters of alpine streams; experience the Old West breaking trail on the back of a horse or staying at a Wyoming guest ranch.
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