Most People Don't Know These 10 Hidden Gems In Wyoming Even Exist
One of the things we love most about Wyoming is how there are fun little places tucked away throughout the state, easily overlooked unless you’re a local, or in the know. This list highlights just a few of our favorite hidden gems in Wyoming. Don’t see one of your favorite little-known spots? Let us know where we can find more of Wyoming’s great little places.
Wyoming’s hidden gems are just another feature that makes it such a great state. What do you think of these unique attractions? Have you ever visited them?
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What are the most well-known parks in Wyoming?
Of course, Yellowstone and Grand Teton top this list. Not only are they the two most well-known parks in Wyoming, but they're two of the most well-known parks in the world! Other legendary spots in the Cowboy State include Devils Tower National Monument and the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area.
What are the most unique towns in Wyoming?
When it comes to being one-of-a-kind, it's hard to top Thermopolis. Somehow, this town is both the Hot Spring and Dinosaur capital of the state! Other unique towns in Wyoming include Hartville, Hulett, Saratoga, Atlantic City, and South Pass City. Each one brings history and culture to the spotlight, and they're well worth the journey off the beaten path.
What are the oldest attractions in Wyoming?
You'll find attractions in Wyoming that date back thousands of years, so it's hard to peg a few as the "oldest" in the state. If you're curious, though, perhaps some of the landmarks along the Oregon Trail count! Independence Rock served as a sort of "register of the west", and there are hundreds of names carved into the enormous boulder. The Ayres Natural Bridge is nicknamed the country's first roadside attraction, and it drew travelers off the Oregon Trail to take a peek. Other spots, like the Vore Buffalo Jump site and the Big Horn Medicine Wheel, date back to the days of Wyoming's earliest residents.