When you’re looking for an enjoyable fall road trip, many spots around Wyoming would fit the bill for offering beautiful scenery and fun things to do. If you want to narrow it down to just one, there is a little place in the southern part of the state that everyone should visit. Featuring festivals, hot springs, and seasonal events, Saratoga is a treasure of a town you shouldn’t miss.
Saratoga is a delightful little town in Carbon County, down in the southern part of the Cowboy State.
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For those who love the colorful changing of the season in Wyoming, it’s one of the best places to catch the fall foliage.
ForrestHBrown/TripAdvisor With acres of spectacular wilderness all around Saratoga, it’s a wonderful place to go for an autumn hike to see even more of Wyoming dressed in gorgeous seasonal shades.
The North Platte River runs near the city, making it a fisherman’s paradise any time of year. Considering the motto of the town is “Where the Trout Leap In Main Street,” fall is as good a time as any to fish in Saratoga.
SaratogaResident/TripAdvisor Except for in certain specified areas, you can fish all year long pretty much anywhere in Wyoming.
There is plenty to do in town, too. Autumn is harvest time, and there are weekly farmers markets through mid-October.
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Saratoga is home to Snowy Mountain Brewery, and the annual Oktoberfest at the end of September. There’s always tons of food, fun, and, of course, beer. Lederhosen are optional.
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If you happen to visit around the end of October, there is always a Halloween walk downtown with merchants handing out goodies for Trick-or-Treaters of all ages.
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The town also has Saratoga Hot Springs Resort, the perfect place to stay for some relaxation and pampering on your trip.
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The hot springs in the area are a big draw, especially in the chillier months, and there is even a public hot pool for anyone to take a restorative dip in free of charge.
Kathy B/TripAdvisor The thermal mineral waters have long been believed to have healing properties. You can read more about them in our full article here.
What Wyoming town do you like to visit in autumn?
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With acres of spectacular wilderness all around Saratoga, it’s a wonderful place to go for an autumn hike to see even more of Wyoming dressed in gorgeous seasonal shades.
SaratogaResident/TripAdvisor
Except for in certain specified areas, you can fish all year long pretty much anywhere in Wyoming.
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Saratoga Hot Springs Resort
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The thermal mineral waters have long been believed to have healing properties. You can read more about them in our full article here.
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