Unique Places to Stay Visitors to Johnson County Wyoming have the opportunity to stay in some unique accommodations whether they are looking for intimate hotels, guest ranches, or camping experiences. In the city of Buffalo, there are three historic properties that date back at least 100 years in or near downtown.
Date Nights in Buffalo, WY With outdoor recreation and the Western lifestyle embedded in the culture of Buffalo Wyoming, the opportunities for memorable dates are many in Johnson County. There are hiking trails with various scenery and difficulty that can be part of a great weekend experience.
Outdoor Activities in Kaycee Just outside of Kaycee Wyoming are multiple recreation areas that offer unforgettable opportunities for hiking, fishing, camping, and exploring. With the Hole in the Wall and Outlaw Canyon (also known as Middle Fork Powder River Recreation Area), not only can visitors enjoy the outdoors, but they will be following in the footsteps of Butch Cassidy, Sundance Kid, Nate Champion, and other famous names of the Old West.
Hole in the Wall Tours The Hole in the Wall and Outlaw Canyon are great places to explore outside of Kaycee Wyoming because they are beautiful areas with interesting history. The southern end of Johnson County became known as a haven for outlaws in the late 19th century because it was a remote location away from law enforcement officers of the day.
Wyoming Bird Watching Spots in Johnson County The untouched Wyoming wilderness makes Johnson County one of the best destinations for bird watching and enthusiasts. With lakes, creeks, wetlands, alpine meadows, and forested canyons, the Buffalo area offers great habitat for a variety of species.
20 Free and Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Buffalo, Wyoming For both solo and family travelers, Buffalo Wyoming is a great getaway with several free things to do and budget-friendly activities. Visitors to Buffalo Wyoming do not have to spend a lot of money to have a good time, thanks to the area’s natural beauty, outdoor recreation attractions, and the affordable historic sites and museums.
In what is now Johnson County, the Bozeman Trail in the 1860s was a shortcut from southern Wyoming Territory to the gold fields of Montana.
Johnson County is a great destination for anglers with a mix of mountain streams, alpine lakes, and larger bodies of water such as Lake DeSmet. Our most popular fishing waters are undoubtedly within the Bighorn National Forest.
Since the early years, Johnson County and the Bighorn Mountains hve been a hunter’s paradise. With vast acreages, and a multitude of species to hunt, folks come from hundreds of miles, even internationally, to fulfill their dream of hunting our beatiful area.
Fall for Adventure Day Two Make a day of it, behind the glass. Day Two takes you to the mountain or south to Outlaw Country for fall beauty and sightseeing. Download the complete itinerary below. Get ready for an amazing array of Johnson County's famous fall scenery.
Fall for Adventure Day One There’s nothing more beautiful than fall in and around the Bighorn Mountains. The changing of the seasons sweeps in our indian summers with dramatic colors, mild fall days and beauty from every angle.
Winter Adventure Day Three Looking to keep it closer to town? Day Three offers hiking, snow shoeing and fat tire biking opportunities galore, both in town and just minutes away. Make it a half day, or a full day with lunch dowtown at one of our many fine restaurants.
Winter Adventure Day Two Make another day of it, on the mountain. From cross country to sledding for the kids and motorized sledding (snow machining) for the big kids, Day Two of our Three Day Winter Itinerary series offers something for everyone!
Winter Adventure Day One Discover three unforgettable winter days right here with our Three Day Winter Itinerary series. From skiing to ice fishing to ice climbing, day one will get you set and ready to get the most out of your Winter Adventure in the Bighorns.
Summer Adventure Day Three Day Three of our Three Day Summer Itinerary series gets you into the great outdoors, hitting the greens at Buffalo Golf Club, finding fun activities for the kids, making a historical, scenic tour and winding down with a lakeside camp out. You can download the complete Three Day Summer Itinerary at the bottom of the article.
Summer Adventure Day Two Day Two of our Three Day Summer Itinerary series takes you for breakfast on main street, on a lovely walk along clear creek and a tour of your choice while topping it all off with a visit to the Historic Occidental and dinner at one of our many fine restaurants. You can move straight to Day Three by clicking the link at the bottom or download the complete 3 day itinerary.
Summer Adventure Day One Our 3 Day Summer Itinerary series is here! Offering ideas, places to see and things to do to get the most out of your journey to Summer Adventure. You can move straight to Day Two by clicking the link at the bottom or download the complete 3 day itinerary.