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GETTING TO KNOW WYOMING. The rugged Rocky Mountains meet the majestic High Plains in Wyoming, which encompasses more than 97,800 square miles. While the state is the 10th largest in the U.S., it is the least populated with one person per 6 square miles. Wyoming abounds with wild landscapes, wide-open expanses and enduring Western traditions. DRIVING RESOURCES For driving tips, up-to-date road conditions and other transportation resources, check the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s website at dot.state.wy.us, call 888-996-7623 or download the Wyoming 511 app. AIRPORTS Nearly all Wyoming airports, including those in Casper (the state’s only international airport), Cody, Gillette, Jackson, Laramie, Riverton, Rock Springs and Sheridan offer direct flights to and/or from Denver and Salt Lake City — both convenient starting points for a Wyoming road trip. Nonstop service to and from Jackson Hole Airport increases during the summer and ski seasons with direct flights from Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Newark, New York City (JFK), Washington, D.C., San Francisco and Seattle. WYOMING WELCOME CENTERS Discover friendly information specialists, interactive displays, photo ops, free maps and more at eight Welcome Centers statewide — all available to help make your visit to Wyoming the vacation of a lifetime. Hours of operation vary by location and season. Check out a list and map of locations on p. 16A and find out more at TravelWyoming.com/information-centers. WYOMING SEASONS AT A GLANCE While snowfall is common through May at higher elevations, increasingly warmer days make spring a great time to enjoy many quintessential winter activities, including skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling (depending on snow conditions). Since many species of wildlife migrate to higher elevations in search of fresh flora in March, April and May, it is also a prime wildlife-watching season. Learn more at TravelWyoming.com/spring. Summer features warm days and cool nights with low humidity. This season offers seemingly endless ways to experience Wyoming’s unspoiled wilderness and charming cities and towns. Camping under the stars, hiking, rodeo watching, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, rock climbing and exploring historic sites and attractions are just a few options. Learn more at TravelWyoming.com/summer. Autumn’s crisp, sunshine-filled days and color-changing leaves enhance the beauty of landscapes statewide. Encounter splendid autumn scenery while driving scenic byways, strolling main streets virtually unchanged since the Old West, fishing in crystalline alpine lakes, and hiking and biking on trails lined with golden aspens. Learn more at TravelWyoming.com/fall. Winter temperatures can dip into the single digits, but the dry air facilitates perfect, fluffy snow for skiing and other cold-weather pursuits, including snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, fat biking, snowmobiling, ice fishing and ice climbing. Winter weather and sunny days also support stunning otherworldly backdrops at Yellowstone National Park. Learn more about winter in Wyoming on p. 71 and at TravelWyoming.com/winter. VISIT TRAVELWYOMING.COM Trip Ideas Wyoming Made Monthly eNewsletter National Parks & Monuments Places to Stay Things to Do VIEW THE VIRTUAL GUIDE This guide is also available online. Visit TravelWyoming.com/travel-resources/ vacation-guide to see each page in all its virtual glory. DOWNLOAD THE WYOMING APP The Wyoming Vacation Guide app is available for download at the Apple, Amazon and Google Play app stores. Just search for “Wyoming Vacation Guide” or scan our QR code. *Flights can be seasonal and are subject to change. TIP: Snow is possible year-round in the mountainous areas. Pack accordingly and dress in layers no matter the season so you can add or remove pieces to stay comfortable.
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