Visit Sheridan For A Fun Day Trip That's Pure Wyoming

The bucking horse and rider is a trademarked symbol of the state, proudly displayed on the helmets worn by University of Wyoming football players. Wyoming’s cowboy culture is celebrated throughout the state, especially in the north central town of Sheridan. Local businesses have “Cowboy,” “Spur,” and “Lariat” in their names, to cite only a few examples, and Sheridan High School teams are nicknamed the “Broncs.” A day trip to Sheridan is one of the most memorable adventures you can have in Wyoming!

Wyoming towns seem to retain their historic charms more so than any other state, and Sheridan's downtown is a prime example of this.

Sheridan is one of those Wyoming towns where the landscape and sky seems to expand forever.

King's Saddlery is both a modern staple and a historic site in Sheridan, boasting its very own cowboy museum.

The nearby Bighorn National Forest offers opportunities for hiking and other forms of outdoor recreation.

Back in Sheridan's downtown district, you'll find more than 100 permanent pieces of art, including this sculpture, titled "Cool Waters."

Since 1907, the Mint Bar has been an iconic saloon in downtown Sheridan. The big horse-and-rider sign makes it a photo opportunity, even from the outside.

The Sheridan WYO Rodeo, staged annually in July, is a major celebration of the town and its history.

Whitney Common, only a block from downtown Sheridan, is a cool, green oasis, perfect for stopping and soaking up the scenery of this winsome Wyoming town.

This road outside of Sheridan shows how the Wyoming landscape is both rugged and beautiful. A day trip to Sheridan, Wyoming, really is one of the most delightful adventures!

Sheridan really makes for such a wonderful day trip in Wyoming, don’t you think? For more information and to plan your day trip to Sheridan, Wyoming, be sure to check out the Sheridan Visitors Center website.

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With Attractions Galore, The Small Town Of Sheridan, Wyoming, Is Perfect For A Family Getaway

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