(Lander, WY) – Lander is no stranger to making national lists of best small towns to visit, especially due to the proximity to nature and huge schedule of events through the summer months.
Travel website World Atlas broke down a list of, ‘Charming small towns for the perfect getaway’ across the country and eight Wyoming towns were highlighted, including Lander.
World Atlas described, “A gateway town to the Wind River Range of the Rockies, Lander is a definitive destination for outdoor pleasures and interesting landmarks. The Museum of the American West is a summer getaway hotspot for Native American history buffs and regional knowledge on pioneering and frontier lands. Sinks Canyon State Park creates a serene itinerary with its underground rivers, plant habitats, and rugged canyon sights!
Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary will awe visitors from every walk of life with its ATV-guided mustang tours of adorable cattle ranches and roaming horses! At The Bike Mill, laidback owners enjoy chatting with newcomers who admire fine pieces of clothing and cycling accessories in a suburban part of town that likes to make people feel welcomed. For lodging, the Shoshone Rose Casino & Hotel is a wonderful resort that caters to pet-friendly owners, nightlife amenities, and anyone who desires casino entertainment at any time of day.”
Other Wyoming communities highlighted include; Cody, Sheridan, Ten Sleep, Jackson, Torrington, Rock Springs and Laramie.
More on Wyoming’s great getaway spots can be found here!