Move To These 10 Towns In Wyoming If You Want To Get Away From It All

One of the most rural states in the nation, Wyoming is easily one of the best places to move if you’re tired of city life. If you live anywhere in the state, you’re never far removed from nature, with a quick drive in any direction quickly taking you into an isolated and scenic countryside.

While many people move to Wyoming because they want to get out of the city, a lot of people just aren’t ready to take the plunge of living out in the boonies. Because of this, we’ve included towns with a variety of populations. Some of these will be more developed and some more rural, but all of them are a great escape from the big city.

1. Cheyenne

Cheyenne is the largest city in Wyoming. There’s plenty of restaurants and things to do, and even at its busiest the town is nothing compared to larger cities. Living in Cheyenne proper might still feel a bit too crowded to some but the outskirts of town are still pretty isolated without being too far from any amenities.

Pictured above is a shot of downtown. It’s my home city, and while it’s not the prettiest place I’ve ever been it does have a certain charm.

2. Pine Bluffs

Pine Bluffs sits on the border of Wyoming and Nebraska. The town has a couple fast food joints, a steakhouse, a grocery store, and a handful of bars. The bluffs which the town is named for also offer a scenic view year-round as well as a great hiking location.

3. Casper

Though it’s a bit smaller (a difference of less than 5,000 people), Casper is similar to Cheyenne. Living on the outskirts of town is still relatively isolated but you’re never too far from anything you could possibly need. Casper also has a few more museums than Cheyenne.

4. Burns

Burns is a classic small town. It’s 26 miles east of Cheyenne, so while you’re a healthy distance away from town you’ll still be able to run in and grab groceries. The town also has an elementary, junior high, and high school.

Pictured above is an abandoned homestead just north of Burns.

5. Laramie

Laramie is home to the University of Wyoming. It’s a quintessential college town, so it has a lot of activities based around the arts. If you’re moving from out of state and you have high school aged children UW is also a pretty well respected college. So long as you’re here for at least a year you’ll qualify for residency, which will save you a huge chunk of cash.

6. Sheridan

In addition to being home to Bighorn National Forest, Sheridan also has a decent collection of historic sites as well as a museum. Like much of Wyoming, Sheridan has a healthy relationship with the arts. The town has a pottery studio in addition to an art gallery.

7. Jackson

Jackson, often referred to as Jackson Hole, is only five miles away from the Grand Teton National Park. The town is also home to the National Museum of Wildlife Art, a museum that showcases and preserves artwork based around the state's wildlife.

Pictured above is the National Museum of Wildlife Art.

8. Chugwater

A town of roughly 200 people, Chugwater’s main claim to fame is its annual chili cookoff. While the town is very small, there is a local K-12 school that serves the area.

Above is a picture of a local diner, The Chugwater Soda Fountain.

9. Sundance

The main attraction of Sundance Wyoming is the Devils Tower Monument. Apart from that, Sundance is a standard small (roughly 1,000 people) Wyoming town. It does have a few restaurants such as the Buffalo Jump Saloon & Steakhouse and the Longhorn Saloon & Grill. The town also has a grocery store and a gas station.

10. Pinedale

As of the 2010 census Pinedale had a population of 2,030 people. The area’s main attraction is the White Pine Ski Area and its Annual Green River Rendezvous (a festival that celebrates mountain man and Native American Culture). The area is served by Obo’s Market & Deli, a local grocery store.

Pictured above is the Wind River Range, which is near Pinedale, Wyoming.

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