Nestled against the edge of the Bighorn Mountains, Sheridan County serves as Wyoming’s Gateway for epic adventures year-round. With frontier history, vast wilderness and wildlife, off-road excursions, and Old West charm, Sheridan County’s backyard is sure to deliver the travel experience of a lifetime.

Sheridan’s thriving historic Main Street is the prominent center of the Bighorn Mountain area. Enjoy hometown businesses, local services, and craft culture shopping as you wander downtown. Stop in at one of the Wild West’s most iconic outposts, Kings Saddlery and see their first-class leatherwork and get a signature King Rope’s cap after visiting their world-famous western museum.

For a crash course in frontier history, Sheridan has you covered from one corner of the county to the other. Every turn you take has stories of cowboys, Indians, battles sites, ranching legends, and western outlaws. Across the region, you can find battlefields that shaped the history of the American West, and you will get a first-hand understanding of what makes this land so remarkable.

Let downtown Sheridan, which has been transformed into a sculpture garden with unique pieces on every block, be your trailhead for discovering the fine arts. With over fifteen galleries and museums, you will get more than a glimpse at the life of western artists and see world-class art and exhibits. Throughout Sheridan County, you can find legacy attractions like the Brinton Museum on the historic Quarter Circle A Ranch in Big Horn.

A trip to Sheridan is not complete without an adventure in our backyard, the Bighorn National Forest. No matter the time of year, epic escapades await. In the winter, enjoy the legendary powder with a sled trip on the backcountry trails or enjoy some vigorous exercise while nordic skiing around the tranquil environment at Sibley Lake.

More of a fair-weathered adventurer? The Bighorns are still the palace to be. With close to 100 day-hiking trails, you can enjoy the wild side of the bighorns in an afternoon while also experiencing the abundance of wildlife native to the Bighorns. Right off Highway 14, you’ll see Steamboat Point, a short hike that offers overflowing views of the valley below.

Sheridan hosts some of the most legendary festivals and events that display the American West. The annual WYO Rodeo week in July allows locals and visitors the opportunity to convene with cowboys and Indians and experience traditions from long ago. The Wyo Winter Rodeo is a fast-paced, adrenaline-filled day that combines skiing and horse racing in the heart of historic downtown. During the annual Brewfest and Taste of Sheridan Festival, local cuisine and craft breweries are on display. Celebrate the arts with the Foreverwest Songwriter Festival or enjoy the performing arts during the WYO Film Festival at the iconic Wyo Theater.

To discover the best of Western America, there is no better place to be than Sheridan, Wyoming. From the spectacular scenery, the craft culture, and iconic events, Sheridan County is waiting to deliver the travel experience of a lifetime.

Start planning your adventure at https://www.sheridanwyoming.org.