Posted in Wyoming July 14, 2020 by

This Day Trip Will Take You To The Best Wine And Waterfalls In Wyoming

It’s always a good time to start planning your day trips, and this one takes you right to a Wyoming vineyard! Stop by two of the state’s most impressive, underrated waterfalls along the way, and be sure to dine at a brewery and chophouse that serves up hearty meals to refuel you for your drive home. Check out this delightful trip below that showcases the best wine and waterfalls in Wyoming.

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This awesome day trip will take you to some beautiful waterfalls and one of the best vineyards around!
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Click HERE for an interactive map and gather your friends for a trip you'll be sure to remember.
First, you'll head to the beautiful Duck Falls, near Wheatland. It's sort of in the middle of nowhere, but many consider it the most underrated waterfall in Wyoming.
Facebook / Garrett, Wyoming
The hike up to Duck Creek Falls will take you about two hours from the trailhead and back.
The views from the top of falls are worth the work! This is one of Wyoming's most impressive cascades
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Click here for a trail guide.
Though you may find it hard to leave the beauty of Duck Creek, your next destination is sure to call your name. Kick off the 'wine' part of this day trip at Table Mountain Vineyards.
Google Local / Michael Miller
Be sure to visit the Table Mountain Vineyards website to check their hours and exact location before hitting the road.
Stop by to try some of the best Wyoming wine, and you'll surely fall in love with this charming farm vineyard.
Facebook / Table Mountain Vineyard
After your winery visit, stop by Curt Gowdy State Park for a two hour out-and-back hike to Hidden Falls.
AllTrails / Caleb MacKenzie
At the end of the trail, you will find these aptly-named hidden falls. Be prepared to get a little wet - if the water's high, you'll have to wade to find this tucked away waterfall.
AllTrails / Matthew Rosen
Find a trail guide here.
Finally, after a great day out in nature and enjoying fine wines, it's time to eat! Head over to Altitude Chophouse in Laramie.
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Visit the Altitude Chophouse website to find their menu, hours, and exact location.
Here, you'll continue your libations tour with a local brew, a beer flight, or another glass of locally made vino.
Facebook / Altitude Chophouse and Brewery
Wrap up your day with a big, hearty meal from their kitchen. This is a trip you'll want to repeat again and again.
Facebook / Altitude Chophouse and Brewery

When you take a tour to see some of the best wine and waterfalls in Wyoming, there’s no way to have a bad day.

What’s your favorite place for a waterfall hike in Wyoming? If you can’t make it out to the southeast, try hitting the road for 9 unbelievable Wyoming waterfalls hiding in plain sight – no hiking required.

Address: Duck Creek Falls, Wyoming 82201, USA
Address: Rd 48, Torrington, WY 82240, USA
Address: 1264 Granite Springs Rd, Cheyenne, WY 82009, USA
Address: 320 S 2nd St, Laramie, WY 82070, USA
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best wine and waterfalls in wyoming

July 29, 2020
Kim Magaraci

What are the most picturesque hiking trails in Wyoming?

Some of the most beautiful hiking trails in Wyoming are tucked away in Bighorn National Forest. The Cloud Peak Wilderness is a great place for backpacking or day hiking, and the trail to Misty Moon or Sherd Lake are sure to make an impression on even the most seasoned hiker.

What are the best waterfall hikes in Wyoming?

While Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are known for their gorgeous waterfalls, one of the coolest waterfall hikes in Wyoming is actually in the Star Valley. At the Afton Intermittent Spring, you’ll find a cascade that actually turns on and off, regularly, like a faucet. Read about it right here.

Where can I find the best vineyards in Wyoming?

Weston Wintery in Laramie, Table Mountain Vineyard in Torrington, and Jackson Hole Winery in Jackson all serve up some of the best Wyoming wines. Support local vineyards by visiting, or picking up a Wyoming wine next time you head out to buy wine for an event, dinner, or a group gathering.

Address: Duck Creek Falls, Wyoming 82201, USA
Address: Rd 48, Torrington, WY 82240, USA
Address: 1264 Granite Springs Rd, Cheyenne, WY 82009, USA
Address: 320 S 2nd St, Laramie, WY 82070, USA