9 of the Best Wyoming Hiking Trails for Amazing Views and Small Crowds
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The Dubois Bandlands was featured in Matador’s article about nine of the best trails for doing a little Wyoming hiking while you’re visiting the Cowboy State, ranked from shortest to longest.
The Dubois Badlands Wilderness Study Area is small area with just seven square miles of multi-colored desert and otherworldly landscapes. The trail loop is just 3.8 miles with minimal elevation gain and is the best Wyoming hiking route in the study area if you’re looking for views of colorful cliffbands.
See Wind River Country as it happens, on the trail, in town and out on the land. Follow along for real moments from real people, and share your own journey by tagging @windrivercountry.
Explore the stories, history and traditions of the Wind River Indian Reservation.
As the only reservation in Wyoming and home to the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho tribes, it`s a place rich in culture and heritage. Take the self-guided driving tour to learn more about the people, places and history that make this landscape so special.
While we`ve got lots of hidden gems in Wind River Country, Sinks Canyon is one of the coolest. It`s located at the base of the Wind River Mountains, with landscapes that include foothills, forests, waterways and more. Plus, it`s a short drive from Lander.
Saddle up and experience Wyoming the way it was meant to be experienced. 🐴
Guest ranches and outfitters throughout Wind River Country offer guided pack trips that take you deep into some of Wyoming`s most breathtaking backcountry.
