Other than the sparse population, there’s a lot about Wyoming that is big. Our epic mountain ranges are majestic and huge, there are endless miles of wide open space, and the sky goes on forever.

And have you seen the canyons in the Cowboy State? They’re all stunning, and some of them give Arizona’s Grand Canyon a run for its money. In fact, one of the longest canyons in the country is here in Wyoming. It’s massive and breathtaking, and you’ve gotta see it.

Vast and rambling, the Bighorn Canyon is the third longest canyon in the country.
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It measures 55 miles long and is so huge it actually extends from Wyoming into Montana.
It took millions of years of sediment forming rock and the elements eroding it away to carve out this jaw-dropping natural wonder.
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The Bighorn River meanders through the canyon, making it one of the best ways to explore the area.
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The colorful cliffs rising more than 1,000 feet above the river will leave you awestruck.
In fact, water sports are popular activities in this massive canyon. In addition to the river, Bighorn Lake also offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming.
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There is more to see in the canyon than the water, though. It's home to a lively ecosystem of animals such as wild horses...
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...eagles and hawks...
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Birds of all types live in Bighorn Canyon including pheasants and songbirds, as well.
...coyotes...
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...bighorn sheep...
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...and bobcats, too.
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You might even spot bears, deer, elk, and bison while exploring the canyon.
Beautiful and bigger than life, as natural attractions go, the Bighorn Canyon definitely belongs on everyone's bucket list.
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Have you explored the Bighorn Canyon? What was the best part of the adventure?

Another canyon that shouldn’t be missed is Wyoming’s own Grand Canyon — it’s simply too beautiful for words.

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