Wyoming Official Travel Guide - 2025 Wyoming Official Travel Guide

450 BIRD SPECIES

100 MAMMAL SPECIES

The bison is the state mammal and the meadowlark is the state bird.

97,800 SQ. MILES

48% of Wyoming’s lands are public, meaning there are endless possibilities for recreating in Wyoming’s great outdoors — including state and national parks, and national forests.

7TH LARGEST RESERVATION

The Wind River Indian Reservation is the seventh largest Native American reservation. It is also the only reservation that is home to two distinct tribes, the Eastern Shoshone and the Northern Arapaho.

6 PEOPLE PER 1 SQ. MILE

While the state is the 10th largest in the U.S. in square mileage, it is the least populated, with six people for every square mile — ensuring there’s plenty of room to roam without the crowds.

WYOMING TIPS

MAKE RESERVATIONS

Most Wyoming campsites require reservations, especially during peak season, May– September. Luckily, there are online reservation systems to help: travelwy.com/state-park-reservations, recreation.gov and yellowstonenationalparklodges.com.

CELL COVERAGE

Cell service and bandwidth are limited in Wyoming’s more remote areas, so don’t be surprised if you can’t receive calls or texts or access the internet. Download maps and other key travel information before you hit the road. When exploring the great outdoors, always tell someone where you’re going and when you plan to return. Disconnecting can be a good thing, of course, but only if you’ve planned for it.

BE ALTITUDE READY

Many of Wyoming’s popular destinations are pretty high up. It may take you a couple days to acclimate, especially if you’re coming from sea level. Remember: Drink plenty of water, go easy on alcohol and rest for a day or two before doing anything too strenuous.

PACK SMART

Wyoming’s wide elevation range means temperatures can swing drastically depending on region and even time of day. No matter the season, plan to dress in easily removable layers and bring a water-resistant jacket. Wear your parka, hat and gloves in winter.

PET RULES

Keep your dog on a 6-foot leash, pack out the poops and check ahead so you know where your pup may or may not be welcome. Turn to p. 56 to learn about pet rules at national parks and monuments.

DRIVE SAFELY

Always remember to observe posted speed limits. Please use pullouts to watch wildlife, take pictures and let other cars pass. Keep in mind that gas and service stops might be few and far between, so fill up when you can. Highways will shut down for hazardous winter-driving conditions, so please check routes before heading out and be flexible with travel plans. Find more driving tips at travelwy.com/cartravel.

CAMPFIRE CARE

To prevent wildfires — and to keep everyone safe — please check for and respect fire restrictions in your camping destination. Always put your campfire out completely, never leaving it unattended and use existing designated fire rings at your campsite.

3 PRINCIPLES OF WY RESPONSIBLY

Together, we can keep Wyoming wild and free. As the least populated state with the most room for adventure, we recognize the responsibility of being mindful stewards of our land, animals, culture and communities. We invite you to travel the state to witness the beauty for yourself while doing so responsibly.

1. ADVENTURE

Wyoming’s wide-open spaces make for epic adventures. These public spaces are a finite resource, making us all caretakers for future generations. As you plan your trip, utilize the know-before-you-go motto to create a fun and sustainable adventure.

2. WILDLIFE

Wyoming’s wild animals are plentiful and powerful. While it is widely known that Wyoming has some of the best wildlife viewing, we want our visitors to stay mindful of their impacts. Not only should you keep your distance for safety, you’ll also ensure you are keeping their habitats safe and untouched. Turn to p. 65 for wildlife safety tips.

3. COMMUNITY

The spirit of the West is wild and welcoming. But it’s not reckless. We love welcoming visitors into our communities and hope they experience our Western hospitality. Please visit locally owned stores and restaurants as you travel the state to lift up our communities.

Find WY Responsibly travel tips scattered throughout this guide. Learn more at travelwy.com/wyresponsibly. Share your own Wyoming journey and be part of the WY Responsibly movement by using the #WYresponsibly tag.

IMPORTANT FIRSTS

1869

The Wyoming Territory approved the first unconditional law in the U.S. permanently guaranteeing women their inherent right to vote and hold office more than 50 years before women could vote and hold office in the U.S.

1872

Yellowstone was designated as America’s first national park by President Ulysses S. Grant.

1904

The term “dude ranch” was coined at Eatons’ Ranch in Wolf, the country’s first and oldest dude ranch, which still welcomes guests today.

1906

Devils Tower was designated as America’s first national monument by President Theodore Roosevelt.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

AIRPORTS

Nearly all Wyoming airports — including those in  Casper, Cody, Gillette, Jackson, Laramie, Riverton,  Rock Springs and Sheridan — offer direct flights to and  from Denver and/or Salt Lake City. Nonstop service to  and from Jackson Hole Airport increases during the  summer months and ski season with direct flights from  Chicago, Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles, Minneapolis,  Newark, New York City (JFK), Washington, D.C., San  Francisco, Denver and Seattle. (All flights are subject  to change.) Learn more at travelwy.com/airtravel.

DRIVING RESOURCES

For driving tips, up-to-date road conditions, road  closures and other transportation resources, check  the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s website  at wyoroad.info, call 888-996-7623 or download the  Wyoming 511 app. Turn to p. 11 for helpful hints that’ll  help you stay safe on the road, especially in winter. 

WYOMING WELCOME CENTERS 

Discover friendly information specialists, interactive  displays, photo ops, free maps and more at eight Welcome  Centers — all available at state entry points — to help  make your Wyoming visit the vacation of a lifetime.  Hours of operation vary by location and season. Check  out a list and map of locations on this page (above)  and find out more at travelwy.com/welcomecenters.  See p. 110 for all Welcome Center information.

1 Bear River State Park & Travel Information Center, Evanston, I-80 | Exit 6

2 Cody Country Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center, take U.S. 14/16/20 to Cody

3 Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center, I-80 | Exit 104 to US-191

4 Northeast Wyoming Welcome Center, Beulah, I-90 | Exit 199

5 Pine Bluffs Information Center (Seasonal), I-80 | Exit 401

6 Sheridan Welcome Center, I-90 | Exit 23

7 Southeast Wyoming Welcome Center, Cheyenne, I-25 | Exit 4

8 Laramie Area Visitor Center, Laramie, I-80 Exit 313

CASPER
CHEYENNE
CODY
GILLETTE
JACKSON HOLE
LARAMIE
RIVERTON
ROCK SPRINGS
SHERIDAN

BE FLEXIBLE & INFORMED

Do your research and be flexible with plans. If a trailhead parking lot is full, have lesser-known backup options ready. If you plan to camp, understand the differences between designated and dispersed campgrounds and pack accordingly. Share your own Wyoming journey and be part of the WY Responsibly movement by using the #WYresponsibly tag.

SCAN TO LEARN MORE.

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