Things To Do in Cheyenne, WY

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Living In Cheyenne, WY

The small, peaceful city of Cheyenne is actually the capital of Wyoming, as well as the state's most populous city. Next to Crow Creek and Dry Creek, this Magic City of the Plains was established in 1867 with the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad and Fort D.A. Russell. Named after the Cheyenne Nation, one of the most prominent Great Plains tribes, this city acted as a gateway for westward expansion. Unsurprisingly, it's role earned Cheyenne the nickname Frontier City.

Things To Do in Cheyenne, WY

Curt Gowdy State Park

Head out to the Curt Gowdy State Park, located in-between Cheyenne and Laramie, for a beautiful mountain retreat. Get back in harmony with Mother Nature in this 3,400-acre park and reservoir; this nature preserve is bounding with all sorts of plant and wildlife, as well as an “Epic” trail system, granite outcroppings (perfect for climbing), and aquatic and outdoor activities.

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Medicine Bow - Routt National Forest

Part of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, an almost 2.9 million acre forest straddling Wyoming and Colorado, the Medicine Bow - Routt National Forest showcases some of the most breathtaking landscape in the state–from mountain ranges and towering trees to grasslands and crystal clear streams. Enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, horse riding, camping, sightseeing and a variety of winter sports.

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