Wyoming

It doesn’t get more Wild West than Wyoming, home to two of the most visited national parks in the country—Yellowstone and Grand Teton—and hundreds of miles of prairies and snow-capped mountains. The whole state is a playground for wholesome outdoor fun—skiing, hiking, lake swimming, boating, and fishing. To cap a long, active day, take a relaxing soak in one of the abundant natural hot springs.

A heard of buffalo in Yellowstone National Park with a river and thermal springs in the background

Yellowstone National Park

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Planning your trip

Use these articles, resources, and guides to plan and inspire your next trip to Wyoming.

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Hotels
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Urban escapes, dude ranches, island retreats, and more: This list of the top 15 family-friendly hotels across the United States is your go-to guide for a multigenerational getaway.
At these properties, the children’s programming goes far beyond basic caregiving services with immersive experiences that offer younger guests a deeper look into culture, nature, sustainability, and even themselves.
These are the 10 best ranches and lodges for families in the American West.
At Wyoming’s Amangani resort, a truly superlative experience isn’t just about the creature comforts—it’s also about bringing the surrounding natural wonders in.
These well-curated hotel shops will give you a sense of place and a lasting memory.
Resources to help plan your trip
The West’s open spaces may be vast, but some of its richest treasures are concentrated in the northwest corner of Wyoming, home to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Both are located within a day’s drive of Jackson, the gateway for this 340-mile road trip featuring ops to ogle toothy summits, bizarre hot springs, geysers (more than anyplace else on the planet), bison, grizzly bears, and wolves.
In South Dakota and Wyoming, endless historical and cultural attractions mean unforgettable family-friendly fun.
Cyclists on the Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Trail will visit the plains of Wyoming, Devils Tower National Monument, the Black Hills, Mount Rushmore, the Badlands of South Dakota, and more.
Here, we’ve suggested seven super-sweet small U.S. towns with tulip festivals, pottery trails, and more.
Thriving art, music, and food scenes have transformed Jackson, Wyoming, from a ski town in the winter and national park gateway in the summer into a year-round destination in its own right.
Hoping to get back in the saddle and make some memories with her teenager, Peggy Orenstein headed straight for the Wyoming wilderness.
Alpine destinations around the world are upping their coworking infrastructure, allowing more mountain-loving professionals to mix business with pleasure.
Check out these stylish warm-weather retreats around the country. (Bonus: All are less than $220 a night.)
Skip Jackson Hole and head to this less-crowded spot instead.
The beauty, grandeur, and surprise of the national parks has influenced some of the world’s best art.
Wandering Chef: J&G Grill’s Matt Harris in Jackson Hole, Wyoming
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