Cheyenne, Wyoming, the capital of a stunning Western state, reflects roots in more than one sense. From the westward railway expansion to kicking up dust at the rodeo to the chic, upscale experience provided downtown — everywhere you go, the local people will show you their history with a handshake and a smile. Cheyenne has more than first greets the eye.
The Best Things Cheyenne Has to Offer
The Cheyenne Depot Museum
After the tram tour, see the Cheyenne Depot Museum when you return to the old Union Pacific Railroad Depot. Stored in the exquisitely rebuilt train station, it features displays illustrating how the railway shaped Cheyenne and the Wild West. On the second floor, you will find an amazing collection of train models and fantastic views of the running railway in the museum’s backyard.
Terry Bison Ranch Resort
Early morning sunlight on Terry Bison Ranch, a well-liked destination in Cheyenne, finds a bison herd grazing the fields.
Terry Bison Ranch Resort
Something has to be said for a cowboy experience, which is typical of Terry Bison Ranch Resort in Cheyenne. Strongly anchored in Wyoming’s political past, the Ranch became well-known for its bison train trip, which brings guests (safely) up close and personal with these wild, woolly animals by railcar.
Visit the Senator’s Steakhouse and Brass Buffalo Saloon to eat as early 1900s former presidents did. Discover the grounds, which have lots of chances for horseback riding and fishing, and remember, you can stay where you play in their RV campground or cabin. One real cowboy escape is waiting.
Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
Finding a place to surround yourself with plant life can be quite rejuvenating in a world of never-ending screen surfing and wintry conditions that occasionally keep us indoors. With year-round outdoor and indoor events, Cheyenne Botanic Gardens offers that chance for your next trip.
Bring your littles to discover more about environmental preservation techniques at the Paul Smith Children’s Village, locate your moment of zen in their Peace Garden, or spend hours among the verdant Grand Conservatory. However, how you spend your time will help you develop a fresh respect for the surrounding natural environment.
Curt Gowdy State Park
Curt Gowdy State Park is the type of outdoor destination tucked away just outside Cheyenne that attracts guests with the appeal of the wild. Discover three reservoirs ready for a fun day of boating, fishing, hiking, and horseback riding by the short drive; do it all against the amazing Laramie Mountains. Go hunting, camp under the stars, and even try your hand-eye coordination on their archery range.
Cheyenne Public Art
Search for the large cowboy boots in Cheyenne Big Boots throughout Cheyenne Depot Plaza and Downtown Cheyenne. Decorated by local artists, these 8-foot-tall works of art honour Cheyenne’s Western background and provide amazing picture opportunities. You will also find outstanding murals and bronze sculptures as you tour the capital of Wyoming.
Quebec 01 Missile Alert Facility
Have you ever thought about what it would be like to go to the place where a real nuclear weapon is kept? This is possible outside of Cheyenne, in Chugwater, Wyoming, at the Quebec 01 Missile Alert Facility. This historic site and Cold War relic have control rooms and other items from when the U.S. military lived there and was in charge of nuclear missiles during wartime. You can learn about military history and see all the knobs, buttons, and levers that were used to control this powerful weapon by going on a self-guided tour.
Big Boy Steam Engine
In the early 1940s, these trains were the best used all over Wyoming’s mountainous state. Their size and power are still impressive today. The Big Boy is on display in a park but no longer runs. You can look at it from the outside and imagine what riding that big of a train would be like. You can only see eight left in the U.S., so don’t miss the chance.
The Wrangler
Not always is it enough to see what it’s like to be a cowboy. There are a lot of different styles of cowboy hats, new boots in bright colours, and Carhartt gear for those cold mornings on the ranch. They have what you want if you want it. Feel free to dress like a cowboy.
The Nelson Museum Of The West
Focused on Native American culture, horse life, military history, and other subjects, its collection includes more than 6,000 artefacts and Western artistic works. One may learn about the rich history of the American West very well at the Nelson Museum of the West. Only certain times of year are the Nelson Museum of the West open. Make sure it’s open before you go.
Conclusion
Renowned for its railway, Cheyenne, Wyoming, helped establish and grow the city. Among the biggest rodeos in the nation, Cheyenne Frontier Days call this home as well.
