The beautiful mallard photo in the header above was taken by Talena Runner at Meeboer Lake. The Laramie area is a wonderful place for birding. From prairie birds to mountain birds, and even waterfowl. Laramie is adjacent to several Audubon birding “hot spots.” Laramie is located along the central…
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One of the most alluring aspects of visiting the Snowy Mountain Range is the abundance of alpine lakes you will find there. There are so many beautiful lakes in the Range that it will take multiple visits to see each one. The Snowy Range Scenic byway starts 30 miles west of Laramie, just past the…
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The Laramie area has tons of great trails. Vedauwoo Recreation Area, Happy Jack Area, Pole Mountain Recreation Area, and Curt Gowdy State Park have a variety of trails perfect for hiking and biking, or accessing fishing, climbing, or boating opportunities. Curt Gowdy State Park encompasses three…
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One of the main reasons visitors and locals alike love Laramie is the wide variety of outdoor recreation opportunities that surround our town. The Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest is the main star of Laramie’s backyard and encompasses the stunning Snowy Range Mountains to the west and the…
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Laramie has many great activities to keep families and kids of all ages busy and having fun. Whether you are looking for something active, artistic, or educational, there is something for everyone. Here are local kids' favorite things to do in the Laramie area. Outdoor Fun When the weather is…
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To many locals and visitors alike, the Snowy Range Mountains are the shining star of Laramie’s great outdoors. Located just 35 miles west of Laramie, this range, colloquially known as the “Snowies,” forms part of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest of the renowned Rocky Mountains. The Snowy…
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Laramie is home to some of the most scenic and least-crowded hiking trails you can find in the Rocky Mountain West. The sheer quantity and quality of hiking opportunities in the area is truly amazing, encompassing the high alpine and breathtaking terrain of the Snowy Range Mountains, the…
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Laramie, Wyoming is the epicenter of some of the most scenic and least-crowded hiking you can find in the Rocky Mountain West. Due to the sheer quantity and quality of hiking trails in the area, selecting a trail can be a challenge. Still, too many good options are never a bad thing. Your choice…
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The warmer months have arrived in the Rocky Mountain West, making adventuring outside pretty much everyone’s favorite activity. Laramie is a spectacular home base for a wide array of outdoor adventures. It is also a great place to find a little peace and quiet. In this blog, you’ll find five…
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Camping with kids in Wyoming is an incredible adventure and can be very family-friendly. Use this guide to fast-track your plans! True, it can be a lot of work and there are things that may go wrong. However, with the right planning and preparation, you can have a terrific camping experience. This…
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