Hit the road, Wyoming! There are so many fascinating places to see in the Cowboy State that there’s no excuse to have “nothing to do”. If you’re not sure where to start, here are a few iconic landmarks that are worth the drive. You can split this up into two days by staying overnight in Casper or Saratoga, or try to see it all in one long day. No matter how you approach it, you’re sure to have a great time.
You’ll see unique, historic sites along your drive. Be sure to bring some snacks and a friend to share the journey!
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Your first stop is the Ames Monument near Laramie.
Wikimedia Commons / Jack Boucher This odd pyramid was built to honor the Ames brothers, who were railway tycoons. Both ended up with tarnished reputations due to personal and political scandals, and when the railroad was moved to no longer pass their monument, it became a roadside attraction.
Speaking of trains, the Ames Monument was just a warm-up. Now it’s time to visit the Cheyenne Depot Museum!
Wikimedia Commons / Smallbones The Cheyenne Union Pacific Depot was once the most elegant train station in the west. Today, it’s preserved as a museum that’s so worth your time! Cheyenne Depot Museum, 121 W 15th St, Cheyenne, WY 82001, USA
Continue along your route and you’ll travel a bit back in time to the days of the Oregon Trail, at Register Cliff.
Flickr / Brett Whaley Before the days of trains crossing the country, immigrants traveled via covered wagon. Along the way, they carved their names into Register Cliff!
At Guernsey, you can visit the ruts that these wagons left in the landscape!
Wikimedia Commons / Paul Hermans It’s incredible to see that the traffic of wagons left a physical mark on Earth.
Keep on following the route and soon you’ll find something quite unusual - Jackalope Square.
Google Local / Brendan Ross Did you know that the legend of the Jackalope was created in Douglas? You can even pick up a souvenir jackalope hunting permit in town.
Spending all this time in the car can make even the most spy traveler sore. Luckily, the Saratoga Hot Springs is the penultimate stop.
Wyoming Carbon County Soak in these natural mineral springs and you’ll be feeling refreshed in no time. They’re open to the public 24/7.
Finally, wrap up your road trip with a visit to one of the most fascinating spots in the state - the Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site.
Flickr / Jimmy Emerson, DVM This frontier prison has been standing for longer than Wyoming has been a state! You’ll hear all sorts of tales about outlaws of the west when you visit.
Each of these Wyoming landmarks is so unique! Which one are you most looking forward to visiting?
Google Maps
Click HERE for an interactive map.
Wikimedia Commons / Jack Boucher
This odd pyramid was built to honor the Ames brothers, who were railway tycoons. Both ended up with tarnished reputations due to personal and political scandals, and when the railroad was moved to no longer pass their monument, it became a roadside attraction.
Wikimedia Commons / Smallbones
The Cheyenne Union Pacific Depot was once the most elegant train station in the west. Today, it’s preserved as a museum that’s so worth your time!
Cheyenne Depot Museum, 121 W 15th St, Cheyenne, WY 82001, USA
Flickr / Brett Whaley
Before the days of trains crossing the country, immigrants traveled via covered wagon. Along the way, they carved their names into Register Cliff!
Wikimedia Commons / Paul Hermans
It’s incredible to see that the traffic of wagons left a physical mark on Earth.
Google Local / Brendan Ross
Did you know that the legend of the Jackalope was created in Douglas? You can even pick up a souvenir jackalope hunting permit in town.
Wyoming Carbon County
Soak in these natural mineral springs and you’ll be feeling refreshed in no time. They’re open to the public 24/7.
Flickr / Jimmy Emerson, DVM
This frontier prison has been standing for longer than Wyoming has been a state! You’ll hear all sorts of tales about outlaws of the west when you visit.
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