Day 1: Fishing, Paddleboarding, and Exploring Laramie Breakfast at 17th Street Cafe Fuel up for your outdoor adventures at 17th Street Cafe. This cozy, locally-owned cafe serves classic homemade American and Southwestern-inspired meals. Try one of their savory omelets or a spicy chorizo breakfast…
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The photo above is of the town of Centennial, c.early 1900s (photo is part of the Ludwig Collection, used with permission from Anne Brande of Ludwig Photography) Just a few miles west of Laramie, on Highway 130, lies the Centennial Valley and the town of Centennial. The Valley is nestled between…
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Our planet, and its wild resources, are finite and precious. It may be surprising to learn that hunting wild game is a very sustainable and environmentally conscious way of procuring meat. Wyoming hunters overwhelmingly value their state’s natural resources. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department…
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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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Wildflower season is upon us here in Laramie and it is sure to be great with all the extra precipitation we received this spring. The wildflowers are abundant throughout the area beginning in June and continuing throughout the summer. There is no shortage of places to find wildflowers in the…
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Winter in Laramie is a season unlike any other. With miles of pristine, dry powder snow and more sunshine skies in winter than the rest of the year, you can bet on bluebird days up on the mountain in Wyoming. We don’t call it the Snowy Range for nothing. Snowy Range Ski Area is Wyoming’s…
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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 known not only for outstanding and easy-to-access outdoor recreation, but also for a rich cultural scene, a vibrant and historic downtown, and all the perks that come with hosting Wyoming’s only four-year university. This unique combination makes Laramie an excellent location for a…
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Many couples, when pondering where to host their wedding, look to nature. Nature is, after all, the epitome of beauty, and for many, it holds a sense of sacredness as well. Located 35 miles west of Laramie, the Snowy Range Mountains of southeastern Wyoming are a stunning site for a wedding. The high…
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The town of Laramie rises 7200 feet above sea level in the Rocky Mountains and is surrounded by outdoor recreation areas on all sides, none of which are more than an hour’s drive away (and some as quick as 15 minutes or less!). This unique geography makes Laramie an excellent location for winter…
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