Buffalo, Wyoming Travel Guide

Located in the middle of two most popular American national treasures -- Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone National Park --, Buffalo is a scenic town nestled in the rolling plain of the Old West by the foothills of the amazing Bighorn mountains in Wyoming. With its main street lined up with more than a dozen historic buildings, a museum and other Wyoming historic sites, Buffalo is the perfect spot for a Western vacation.

Things to Do in Buffalo, Wyoming

Discovering historic Buffalo is nothing short of exciting. Explore historic buildings like the Occidental Hotel where Owen Wister's Virginian finally got his man or the impressive Jim Gletchen Museum that houses over 15,000 artifacts from American old West. Also, just a short drive from Buffalo, you can visit the Fort Pheal Kearney, Wagon Box Fight, Fetterman's Massacre Sites and the infamous Hole in the wall -- the famous hideout of the wild bunch including the popular Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.

If you are looking for interaction with nature, Buffalo offers both winter and summer activities like boating, camping, skiing, hiking, horse, fishing, beautiful ranches, snowmobiling, scenic streams, and mountains. It is a paradise for sportsmanship with an abundance of fascinating frontier heritage, wildlife, outdoor recreation, and beautiful, spectacular sceneries.

The fascinating Bighorn mountain boasts summer and winter fun with summer activities like hiking, horseback riding, fly fishing, and backpacking, while winter activities like snowmobiling, downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing keep visitors warm in the cold months. Elsewhere, head to Lake DeSmet and Willaim J. Mentock Trail for other outdoor activities. For a relaxing golf game, the four star golf course in the heart of town at the Buffalo Golf Club is a must-see, or alternatively, cool-off in the free public pool in a city park. See fascinating wildlife at Dry Creek Petrified forest, enjoy games, and entertainment at Creekside Clubhouse and Green, and soak up the local culture at the Crazy Woman Fine Art Gallery.

Best Places to Stay in Buffalo, Wyoming

With a variety of accommodation like hotels, home rentals, apartments, and condo vacation rentals, there is an abundance of places to stay in and around Buffalo for a perfect vacation with friends and family. Pet-friendly accommodations from as cheap as $25 per night can be found here. The best homes include those with a lake view/are waterfront to soak up the calming atmosphere, or for easy access to all the attractions, stay in downtown.

Best Time to Visit Buffalo, Wyoming

The best time to visit Buffalo, Wyoming is between June and August, which is considered to be the hottest period of the year. This period is perfect for summer activities but if you are looking to go during the winter, plan your trip around November to February.

Food in Buffalo, Wyoming

Treat your family and friends to delicious food at amazing restaurants in Buffalo like the popular Westchester steakhouse, Dash Inn, China Gardens, Occidental Salon, Papa Binos, Pie Zanos, Bozeman Trail Steak House, Pizza Hut, Tom's main street Dinner, Breadboard and so much more. For breakfast check out The Fix, The Busy Bee Cafe and Albertano's. For cheap eats visit Taco John's and Sage Wood Cafe.