Wyoming makes for magnificent road trips
Wyoming is a state where Mother Nature spared no expense. If you’re looking for an epic road trip, Wyoming offers routes that’ll make your jaw drop. Here are 11 you need to check off your bucket list this year.
Teton Park Road
The iconic Teton Park Road is a must-see on any trip to Wyoming. This 42-mile route showcases jaw-dropping views of the Grand Teton peak. It also gives you a taste of the past with the Menor-Noble Historic District, where pioneer homesteads once stood.
Bighorn Mountains
Venture into the Bighorn Mountains to find Shell Falls cascading on the 58-mile Bighorn Scenic Byway. The route takes you through Ten Sleep Canyon and Powder River Pass, part of the 150-mile stretch of diverse landscapes and recreational activities.
Battle Pass
Battle Pass winds through the Sierra Madre Mountains with a 57-mile scenic route. It’s named after a historic fur trapper skirmish involving Henry Fraeb. Here, you can stroll through ghost towns and spy cabins from a bygone era. Drive through century-old aspen groves, absorbing the tranquil beauty mixed with a rich dose of Wyoming history.
Flaming Gorge
Flaming Gorge is breathtaking with its massive reservoir, spanning 91 miles and over 350 miles of shoreline. The Utah canyons’ narrow, colorful passageways open into Wyoming’s expansive sagebrush deserts. Over 600 camping spots, including boat-in and floating camps, make it a recreational haven.
Bridger Historic Byway
Take a drive through history on the 45-mile Bridger Historic Byway. The route intersects famed trails like the Oregon and Mormon Trails, with Fort Bridger as a historical highlight.
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone is untamed beauty at its best. Home to the largest concentration of geysers, including Old Faithful, this national park offers wonders like the Grand Prismatic Spring. The sight of the Lower Falls, which is nearly twice as tall as Niagara Falls, is simply unforgettable.
Cloud Peak Skyway
Head for the 64-mile Cloud Peak Skyway winding through southern Bighorn National Forest. The route reaches its zenith at Powder River Pass, providing the gentlest grades in the forest. Ten Sleep Canyon, a highlight along the way, never fails to amaze.
Pilot Butte Wild Horse Scenic Loop
The Pilot Butte Wild Horse Scenic Loop invites you to see Wyoming’s wild mustangs galloping across the plains. It’s a photographer’s dreamland, brimming with early morning and late afternoon views of wildlife. Besides the wild horses, the loop offers birdwatching opportunities and a chance to spot diverse native species.
Cheyenne to Medicine Bow National Forest
This route covers 55,000 acres of diverse terrains in the Pole Mountain section, Medicine Bow National Forest. Climbers and hikers will find billion-year-old granite boulders, while winter transforms it into a skiing wonderland. The area’s various ecosystems and scenic vistas, with elevations between 7,500 and 8,830 feet.
Grand Loop Road
Spanning 140 miles, the Grand Loop Road promises a fascinating journey through Yellowstone’s natural wonders. Built in 1915 and paved decades later, it leads you through Craig and Dunraven Passes.
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