Top Things to do in Wyoming
Top Hotels in Wyoming
- 1. Wyoming Inn of Jackson Hole
- 2. The Lexington at Jackson Hole
- 3. Rustic Inn Creekside Resort and Spa at Jackson Hole
- 4. Best Western Premier Ivy Inn & Suites
- 5. The Lodge at Jackson Hole
- 6. Best Western Outlaw Inn
- 7. Little America Hotel & Resort
- 8. Teton Teepee Lodge
- 9. The Cody Hotel
- 10. Lake Yellowstone Hotel and Cottages
The 10 Best Hiking Trails in Wyoming, United States
Wyoming boasts a positively selfish hoard of natural outdoor beauty! From the soaring peaks of the Grand Tetons to Jackson Hole valley and Yellowstone National Park, the mountain landscape and natural wonders of Wyoming are breathtaking. All-season outdoor activities prove a natural draw for families, couples and group getaways. Sports lovers golf through spring and summer at attractive rates or tackle river and lake fishing, hunting and hiking. Families take to Alpine skiing and snowmobiling in Jackson Hole, Snow King, Grand Targhee and Pine Creek. Every visitor is awed by the deep canyons and steaming geysers of The Yellowstone National Park. Each magnificent sight rivals the next. The Grand Tetons rise over a mile above Jackson Hole valley, where a ride on the Aerial Tram from Teton Village offers unforgettable views. Across the entire state, wildlife stakes its rightful claim, from bison and bighorn sheep herds to black bear and mountain elk. For a step back in frontier history, take the family to Go Native America to experience Native American culture, history and arts of the Plains Tribes. Enjoy tours with indigenous guides, horseback riding and roping lessons. With every experience, your family will gain a sense of the pioneer spirit that pushed America westward.
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1. Titcomb Basin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Popular and often crowded hiking trail in Wyoming's Wind River Range.
2. Highline Trail
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Popular and often crowded hiking trail in Wyoming's Wind River Range.
3. Cirque of the Towers
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Popular, challenging and often crowded hiking trail in Wyoming's Wind River Range.
4. Cascade Canyon Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 259 reviews
This uphill trail follows Cascade Creek for 4.5 miles and reaches Hidden Falls.
Reviewed By TravFiend - Laguna Beach, United States
Since we had planned to hike up to Lake Solitude (14.5 mile round trip) we decided to take the first shuttle across the lake (you have the option of tacking on another 4 miles if you plan to hike the southern part of Jenny trail instead of taking the shuttle). We were pleasantly surprised that the first shuttle @ 7am costs $5 RT per person (all later shuttles cost $18 RT pp), so if you want to save some money and want to avoid the crowd, then I would strongly recommend getting up early to catch the first shuttle to hike this trail. Plus early mornings promise better moose sightings. We saw a total of 6-7 moose on our way up to the fork, and then another 3-4 on our way back. In order to see the canyon view, you really have to go past (bear right at the fork) the Canyon fork. You don’t have to hike all the way up to Lake Solitude (which is 2.7 miles past the fork). Just hike another mile past the fork, look back, and you’ll be rewarded with the most beautiful scenery. The last mile up to Lake Solitude was more strenuous and tricky given some of the snow pack at certain parts of the trail. So if you’re going to hike up late spring or early summer, I’d recommend hiking boots (not sneakers) and poles. The lake was still partially frozen over in early July, but we managed to dip our feet in the chilly water for a second or two to refresh the legs for our hike back down. The way back got crowded past the fork. A lot of families with kids looking to get a glimpse of moose. The whole hike took us 8 hours to complete, including 1/2 hour lunch break at the top, and a 15 minute “moose jam”, where a bull was blocking the trail as we were hiking up. My advice, start early! It’ll be so much more enjoyable.
5. Continental Divide Trail
6. Artist Point
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,292 reviews
Reviewed By Tommy599 - Two Rivers, United States
We crossed Chittenden bridge across the Yellowstone river; stopping first at Uncle Toms to view the smaller upper Falls, then on to Artist Point to view the MAGNIFICENT lower falls and the unbelievable colors of the canyon. It is IMPOSSIBLE to describe the majesty of this waterfall and canyon colors, so we will not even try,
7. Taggart Lake
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5.0 based on 213 reviews
Reviewed By kellir - Boise, United States
This is a moderate hike with pretty views of Tetons and areas of forest and meadow. Many pretty places to stop for photos. The Taggart Lake parking lot is full by 9:00. Recommend arriving by 8:00
8. Dubois Scenic Overlook
9. Lupine Meadows Trailhead
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By jesseo582 - Jackson, United States
This is the main trailhead for going up Garnet Canyon and climbing the Grand Teton, Teewinot and most of the core Teton mountains. There are also formerly little-known spots that have boomed in popularity due to the internet so that if you don’t get here early you may not find a parking place. The amazing thing about the Tetons is that they lack foothills. If you park here and start up Teewinot you leave the valley floor in just a few hundred metres and you’re on the mountain all the way to the top if you know the way. To go up Garnet Canyon takes a little more time but once you’re climbing the views get better and better.
10. Jenny Lake Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,000 reviews
Four miles of flat trail and spectacular mountain scenery.
Reviewed By Roadrunnerfit - Cleveland, United States
We did the Jenny Lake hike in the counter-clockwise direction as suggested by the park ranger at the Visitor Center. Great decision! We arrived early, about 8:50 a.m. on August 7th. The weather was perfect, around 60 degrees, warming up to around 78 by noon. The trail is wide and shaded for the first 3 miles, although somewhat rocky. It is generally quite flat going in this direction, so I would say it is easy-to-moderate in difficulty, only due to the small rocky footpath. We did see some people at the Jenny Lake overlook, but no other hikers until we reached the north side of the Lake. Don’t be fooled by the packed parking lot, as most folks don’t actually hike the lake, and few do it in this direction. Like others have said, the views of the lake and mountain range beyond are stunning, especially with the morning sun from the east side of the lake. When you arrive at the north side, at about mile 2.5, the trail turns sharply to the right and follows along the bank of a rushing stream flowing into Jenny Lake from String Lake. Keep going north to the Paintbrush Canyon trailhead parking lot. This is where you cross the stream over a footbridge. The trail then continues back south along the lakeshore. (There are some portable toilets in the parking lot, but no water.). As you head south on the trail towards the West shore boat dock, the trail is more out in the open, as you follow the path of an old burned out area of the forest. You can hear and see the shuttle boat bringing passengers who just want to see Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point. The dock is at the 4.5 mile mark of this hike and they usually have drinking water available here to fill up your bottle. From here, you can choose to make the .5 mile moderate climb to Hidden Falls and the beautiful rapids, or to climb another .5 miles up the very steep, rocky climb to the 7010 foot Inspiration Point. We did this, then turned around and caught the shuttle boat back to the Visitor Center. Total distance around 6.7 miles. One way rides are $10. All told, with stops to rest and for pictures, it takes about 2.5 to 3 hours to complete. The hike in this direction is definitely one you could do with kids or folks who haven’t hiked a lot. Once you get to the boat dock, you have options to go right back on the boat, attempt to climb to the Point, or even continue around the remaining 2 miles of the lake trail. Excellent hike!
