See what the experts are saying about Wyoming. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
A mix of the rugged Wild West, the even more rugged Rocky Mountains, and a few almost-modern cities -- or what we might call overgrown cow towns -- make the states of Montana and Wyoming a delightful vacation spot. This is especially true for... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Yellowstone National Park: It's the crown jewel of American parks, and it remains the prime attraction in the Rocky Mountains. This unique park offers visitors an extraordinary combination of wilderness, wildlife, and geothermal wonders. G... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
The Blue Lion (Jackson, WY; tel. 307/733-3912): This is an old stalwart, still serving some of the best food in the region, with delicious game dishes like grilled elk loin in peppercorn sauce, and fresh seafood flown in daily. Jenny Lake... Continue reading »
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Best hotel bets
Old Faithful Inn (Yellowstone National Park, WY; tel. 307/344-7311): If you ever wonder whether there is really art in architecture, look at the way the rustic simplicity and monumental structure of this inn make a perfect fit just across the... Continue reading »
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The best fishing
The Snake (WY): It seems somehow fitting that the menacing-sounding Snake River is home to a feisty strain of cutthroat trout, making it one of the most satisfying Western rivers to fish. Continue reading »
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The best golf courses
Teton Pines (Jackson, WY): You won't find a more beautiful view from any golf course in the country -- except maybe the neighboring Jackson Hole club -- with the granite Grand Teton looming over every shot. The Powder Horn (Sheridan, WY):... Continue reading »
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The best inns and bed & breakfasts
Bentwood Inn (Jackson, WY; tel. 307/739-1411): This B&B is an architectural marvel: a 6,000-square-foot log mansion with 43 corners. The Mayor's Inn (Cody, WY; tel. 888/217-3001): This two-story A-frame, built in 1905 for Mayor Frank Houx,... Continue reading »
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The best museums
Buffalo Bill Historical Center (Cody, WY; tel. 307/587-4771): An art museum, a firearm gallery, the memorabilia of the West's great showman, and exhibits about the Plains Indians comprise the finest museum in the Rocky Mountains. National... Continue reading »
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The best outdoor pursuits
Enjoying the Yellowstone Backcountry: Outfitters from ranches around Yellowstone National Park will take you into the deep wilderness that surrounds the busy attractions at the park's center, and there you'll get a flavor of the wild as rich... Continue reading »
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The best performing arts
Cheyenne Frontier Days (Cheyenne, WY; tel. 800/227-6336): The "Daddy of 'em All," Cheyenne Frontier Days is a 10-day Western spectacle of parades, rodeo, dances, and concerts. It's safe to say that this is the most vivid demonstration of West... Continue reading »
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The best wildlife watching
The Lamar Valley: You can see wildlife in many parts of Yellowstone, including the meadows across from the Old Faithful complex. But the richest trove of wildlife is in the park's northeast corner, in the valley nicknamed "The Serengeti of No... Continue reading »
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The best winter vacations
Wintering at Old Faithful: The chilly season in Yellowstone is increasingly popular, and it's bound be even more so now that the Old Faithful Snow Lodge has been transformed into a handsome, comfortable facility. You can take a Snowcoach into... Continue reading »
