A man snowmobiling in the Bighorn Mountain National Forest of Buffalo and Kaycee Wyoming

Winter Adventures in Wyoming

Brave the Cold for the Snowy Escapes Await

Experience the thrill of winter like never before in Buffalo and Kaycee, Wyoming, where the snow-covered landscapes of the Bighorn National Forest transform into a playground of adventure. Beyond the traditional winter activities of skiing and snowshoeing, this region boasts unique and exhilarating experiences that will captivate both locals and travelers alike, from ice fishing to fat tire biking. Discover a winter wonderland in Buffalo and Kaycee, where adventure knows no bounds and the possibilities are endless.

Must-do’s for Your Winter Bucket List

Snow Machining

Nothing says winter time in Wyoming, like snowmachining in the Bighorns. Folks come from hundreds of miles to cruise our miles of marked snow machine trails in the Bighorn Mountains. Get a winter itinerary now.

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Fat Tire Biking

Ride the packed snow mountain trails on a fat tire bike and explore our winter wonderland like never before. Check out our fat tire bike trails.

Cross-Country Skiing

Cross-country skiing is a hidden gem in and around the Bighorn National Forest. With groomed and marked trails for varying levels of skiers, as well as backcountry skiing, your family’s winter adventures start here. Pole Creek has groomed trails that a great for all levels of cross-country skiers. Check out our cross-country skiing trails.

Ice Fishing

The pursuit of a trophy fish doesn’t stop in the winter as Lake DeSmet and Healy Reservoir are among the places where locals and visitors fish on a crisp winter day.