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What to do and see in Laramie, Wyoming (WY): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Formerly a lawless frontier town, known for wild saloons and vigilante justice, Laramie is now a quiet college town, popular with outdoor enthusiasts as well as history buffs. Over twenty sites in and around Laramie are on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Wyoming Territorial Prison, which once held Butch Cassidy. The town is conveniently located between the Laramie Range and the Medicine Bow Mountains, making the area a paradise for mountain bikers, climbers and campers.
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1. Laramie Plains Museum
2. Medicine Bow National Forest
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5.0 based on 338 reviews
Range of mountains close to Laramie which offer a wide variety of outdoor sports.
Reviewed By DillonM1905 - Eldersburg, United States
Less than an hour from Laramie, the national forest is a must see for hikers and other outdoors lovers. We took the loop trail to Medicine Bow Peak (clockwise) and it was fantastic; the views were amazing and the hike was a challenge. We were happy we brought our poles for crossing a large snowfield and coming down the steep trail near the peak. Get early for parking in summer as the lot filled up quick, as did parts of the trail.
3. Cowgirl Yarns
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5.0 based on 28 reviews
4. Deerwood Ranch Wild Horse EcoSanctuary
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By paul1962964 - Hackettstown, United States
The ranch was easy to find and our guide/host Jana was a jem. My friend who is a professional horse photographer and I spent the afternoon/early evening capturing the horses in all their splendor. The variety of horse types/coats made for interesting compositions. Jana was so accomdating and helpful spotting groups or individual horses, as well as moving us around the ranch to take advantage of the light as it changed thru the time we were there. The highlight of the visit was seeing the herd spontaneously run from one portion of the ranch to the other past us. Jana mentioned that it was rare to experience this occurrence and we cherished the experience. The visit was truly the highlight of our trip out west to photograph wild horses.
5. Ivinson Mansion
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4.5 based on 84 reviews
A historic building that houses the Laramie Plains Museum.
Reviewed By LaramieJoe2 - Laramie, United States
Well worth your time, especially if you live in Laramie and want to know more about our history. In the summer, tour guides include students from the local middle school. Very impressive!
6. Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site
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4.5 based on 495 reviews
The Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site has an incredibly rich history. Run as a federal (territorial) and state prison from 1872 to 1903, it then became the Agricultural Experiment Station for the University of Wyoming after the State Prison relocated to Rawlins. The site is now operated as a Historic Site by the State of Wyoming.
Reviewed By K3064XXpaull - Lincoln Park, United States
We were on our driving vacation out west and saw the sign, thought we would stop. Am I glad we did!! What a wonderful museum and historical site to visit. We did the self guided tour, so we were free to roam at our own pace, and it was fascinating. Everything is well maintained, the staff was super friendly. And the gift shop was very nice, not just your usual stuff, but some truly interesting items. If you are in the area, don't miss this gem.
7. University of Wyoming
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4.5 based on 132 reviews
Wyoming's only 4-year institution of higher education.
Reviewed By 28joanid
Great people, great town, great school spirit, great value for your money, great classes and professors, great outdoor activities, gorgeous area, cold as balls
8. University of Wyoming Geological Museum
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4.5 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By egeraldm - Laramie, United States
A visit to the Museum is both educational and inspiring. There are many exhibits with excellent descriptions. They depict the Wyoming area as a function of time beginning with the dinosaurs. And BTW there is a complete skeleton of a large dinosaur standing guard over the Museum. The exhibits are interactive and hence provide the most in self=education, There an a knowledgeable attendant to answer questions. The museum is located as an adjunct to the S.H. Knight Department of Geology building on the University of Wyoming campus.
9. Vedauwoo
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4.5 based on 310 reviews
Reviewed By Curly_in_Colorado - Edwards, United States
Very scenic park with hiking trails that are easy to moderate. There is a campground. Trails are very well marked. Turtle rock trail is a three mile loop with beautiful rock formations to view throughout the hike
10. Laramie Mural Project
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4.5 based on 40 reviews
Since 2011 the Laramie Mural Project has worked with local artists and the UW Art Museum to paint a series of large scale murals through the historic district that are reflective of Laramie's cultural and social assets. Take a walking tour of each mural by picking up a guide at the Laramie Main Street Alliance, 207 Grand Ave. or the Tourism Board (Visit Laramie) at 210 Custer. When taking photos, be sure to use the hash tag #laramiemural
Reviewed By EricaDH - Rochester Hills, United States
I love the murals. There are so many to see and they also make great photo ops for fun pictures with friends. Take some time and check them out when you're in Laramie. A must see on your trip list!
