Laramie, Wyoming Things to Do

Wyoming Territorial Prison and Old West Park
University of Wyoming Art Museum
University of Wyoming Geological Museum
Laramie Jubilee Days, Wyoming
Historic Downtown Laramie, Wyoming
Laramie Plains Lakes, Wyoming
Laramie Vedauwoo, Wyoming

Outdoor enthusiasts will be most enthused about all the great activities available near our Laramie, Wyoming hotel. We're just 30 miles from the Snowy Range Ski Area, home to superb skiing and snowmobiling. Lakes and rivers abound and that means fantastic fishing is sure to lure you away. Many inviting indoor activities can be found as well, such as museums and the shops of historic downtown. To get you started on your adventure, we've put together our top-ten list of fun things to do.

Fun things to do are just around the corner from our Laramie, Wyoming hotel

Wyoming Territorial Prison and Old West Park -

Built in 1872, the Wyoming Territorial Prison once held some of the most notorious outlaws in the region, including Butch Cassidy. Listed on the National Register, the 190-acre facility features rotating displays on the history of the prison and Laramie City. Old West Park is perfect for picnics and there's also a playground for the kids. www.wyoprisonpark.org

University of Wyoming Art Museum -

The University of Wyoming Art Museum's current collection of over 7,000 objects includes European and American paintings, prints, and drawings, 19thcentury Japanese prints, 18th and 19th century Persian and Indian miniature paintings, 20th century photography, and African and Native American artifacts. www.uwyo.edu/artmuseum/index.asp

Snowy Range -

Nestled in the magnificent Medicine Bow National Forest, Snowy Range is a pristine skiing and snowboarding paradise. Discover 27 downhill and cross-country trails, which are ideal for both beginners and experts alike. www.snowyrange.com/page1.html

University of Wyoming Geological Museum -

Wyoming is rich in geologic treasures and the University of Wyoming Geological Museum offers a glimpse into this geologic diversity. Uncover more than 50,000 cataloged fossil, rock, and mineral specimens along with dynamic dinosaur exhibits. www.uwyo.edu/geomuseum

Laramie Jubilee Days -

It happens every July 4th and lasts for nearly two weeks. Laramie Jubilee Days begins with a fantastic fireworks celebration and continues with just about everything under the sun, from a pancake breakfast to local team roping to a big-time parade. www.laramiejubileedays.com/index.html

Medicine Bow National Forest -

Medicine Bow National Forest encompasses portions of many mountain ranges, such as the Gore Range, Flat Tops, Parks Range, Medicine Bow Mountains, Sierra Madre, and Laramie Range. Year-round recreational opportunities, including skiing and hiking, are in no short supply. www.fs.fed.us/r2/mbr

Historic Downtown Laramie -

A former Wild West town, the Laramie of today is considerably quieter. As the home of Wyoming's only university, it's much busier during the school year than in the summer. The historic downtown area is rich in landmark buildings, museums, shops, restaurants, and cafés. www.laramie.org/page1.html

Plains Lakes -

Fine fishing is a short drive away at Laramie's Plains Lakes, which include Meeboer, Gelatt, Lake Hattie, and Twin Buttes. Catch various types of trout at these spectacular sites that also feature camping facilities and boat launches. www.wyomingfishing.net/WhereToFish/lk_larplains.htm

Laramie Plains Museum -

Housed in the elegant 1892 Victorian mansion of pioneer philanthropists Edward and Jane Ivinson, the Laramie Plains Museum presents exquisite antiques and artifacts that detail this area's rich history. www.laramiemuseum.org

Vedauwoo -

Rock climbing is the thing to do at Vadauwoo. This mountain rocky retreat boasts an altitude of 8,000 feet and is surrounded by pine forests and aspen groves. Views from the top are breathtaking. Enjoy everything from the Continental Divide to Long's Peak, located 75 miles to the south in Colorado. www.vedauwoo.org/intro.htm