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Spring and Summer in Buffalo, Wyoming and the Big Horn Mountains |
| There is much to do and much to see in the spring and summer months in Buffalo, Wyoming and the region. The beautiful Big Horn Mountains and Bighorn National Forest are just minutes away from Buffalo. The scenery is always spectacular, abundant wildlife are bearing their young and many events are scheduled for the enjoyment of the entire family. |
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Spring in the Big Horn Mountains
- In late spring the mountain meadows are ablaze with color. Numerous species of
wildflowers can be found. Lupine, Yellow Bell, Goldenrod, Aster, and Blue Flax are just a
few that can be seen. Scenic viewing and photographic opportunities are at its best
during this spring season. Wildlife can often be seen with their new young at this time of year. Pronghorn antelope are always visible along roadways in the prairie areas and the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains. Moose are often visible from US Highway 16 over the Big Horns. Moose are often unpredictable, especially in the case of a cow moose with a calf (left photo). Use care when viewing or photographing moose. Elk can sometimes be seen, but they usually reside at higher elevations during the spring and summer months. Mule Deer and Whitetail Deer are also very plentiful in the region. Taking a drive north of Buffalo along French Creek Road and the Bud Love Winter Game Range, deer and antelope can always be seen - sometimes numbering in the hundreds. |
Jim Gatchell Museum...Welcome to the Legacy! - The Jim Gatchell Museum, dedicated to local collector Jim Gatchell, opens each year in early April. The Jim Gatchell Museum of the West is contained on four levels within two buildings. The Museum is dedicated to preserving the integrity of the American West. The Gatchell has recently received the designation as a Nationally Accredited Museum. Open April through December. Historic Tours - (spring and summer) Forts, battlefields, Indian art rock caves, outlaws and renegades. Through self- guided area tours you can experience the integrity of the American west. The Jim Gatchell Museum in Buffalo, the Hoofprints of the Past Museum in Kaycee and Fort Phil Kearny (north of Buffalo) are a journey in time. See our Western History page for more information. |
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Scenic Driving Tours - There are several exciting scenic driving tours around the Buffalo, Wyoming area including the Bud Love Winter Game Range, Fort Phil Kearny, Dry Creek Petrified Trees, Crazy Woman Canyon, Pole Creek, Outlaw Cave, Lake DeSmet and Ucross. See our Scenic Tours page for more information on these great tours! Clear Creek Trail System - Spring marks the time for renewed walks along Clear Creek Trail. People of all ages enjoy taking a quiet, relaxing stroll along the Clear Creek Trail, as it meanders beside Clear Creek. The path travels through Buffalo and then into the base of the Big Horn Mountains. The route through the community is paved and is handicap accessible. At the west edge of the city park the path joins the green belt and becomes a gravel surface. Benches are provided for the weary traveler to rest or just enjoy the panorama. Five exercise stations are provided along the way. Trail maps are available at the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce. |
Buffalo Golf Course - Spring means it's time for Golf again! The Buffalo Golf Club, a 4-star golf course, has earned its place as one of the bright spots on the US Golfer's Great Courses map -- it's known as one of the most beautiful and best courses in the state. Great views of the Big Horn Mountains follow you no matter what hole you are on. The course offers a great challenge to all participants. Of particular interest is the par-three 4th hole, featuring nearly a 90-foot vertical drop onto the green. The clubhouse provides golfers with a great place to talk about the game and go over that last shot while enjoying great food. Cart and club rentals are available at the pro-shop. |
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Lions Club Fishing Derby - Memorial Day Weekend. The annual three-day event takes place at Lake DeSmet. Over $40,000 in drawings and prizes are awarded each year. Lake DeSmet, just 7 miles north of Buffalo, is not just for fishermen. Boating enthusiasts, water skiers, wind surfers and swimmers find Lake DeSmet is the best in the area for their sports. Picnic shelters, restrooms, boat docks and camping sites are all available at the Lake. Boat rentals are avialable at the Lake Stop Resort. |
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| Summer in the Big Horn Mountains
- The Cloud Peak Wilderness Area contains 189,000 acres and ranges in elevation from 8,500
to 13,165 feet. The summer use season is short. Most years, July 1 to September 15 the
area is snow free. The wilderness is a favorite place to fish, camp, and backpack. No motorized equipment is allowed. Visitors must register before entering the wilderness. Day Hikes in the Big Horns - On foot, horseback or by auto, the views are always spectacular. All hikes are within a 30-minute drive of Buffalo. Area maps and descriptions for day hikes are available at the Forest Service Office, local sporting goods stores and the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce. |
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Camping - There are many established campgrounds in the Bighorn National Forest with comfort facilities. You may also camp on your own in the Bighorn National Forest. However, fire restrictions are sometimes imposed because of dry conditions. Contact the local Forest Service Office or the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce for current fire restriction information. Horseback Trail Riding - Ride for an hour, half day, full-day or take a pack trip. The scenery is always spectacular on horseback in the Bighorn National Forest and Big Horn Mountains. Several area outfitters and lodges provide horses, tack and guides for just the experience you want. For those who travel with horses, boarding and weed free hay is available in the area. Contact the Buffalo Chamber for more information. |
| Fishing - Most streams and lakes provide good trout fishing. Fish species include brook, brown, and cutthroat trout, and grayling. See our Hunting & Fishing page for more details. | |
| Buffalo Isn’t Just a One Horse Town
... is the theme of the mural in downtown Buffalo. Main Street reflects the past of
yesterday but also features sculptures, art galleries, boutiques, and espresso bars. Downtown Buffalo's historic buildings include the Johnson County Courthouse, Jim Gatchell Museum Annex, the Occidental Hotel, Hotel Idlewild, the Shaver Block and the Capitol Building. Housed in many of the buildings are art galleries featuring works by local artists and artisans. Buffalo also has many quality Antique shops specializing in glassware and furniture and Western treasures - all these wonderful treasures await the avid collector. |
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| "Ridin for the Brand" and "Livin’ on the Edge" can be seen at the First National Bank parking lot on South Main Street ... The nearly life size bronzes portray a face off of the cattle rancher and the rustler in the Johnson County Cattle War of the late 1880's. Symbols of those who settled and pioneered the West, an Indian Chief, Frontier Mountain Man and buffalo stand guard outside Buffalo Federal Savings Bank. | |
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Washington Park - Need a place
to stretch your legs, let the kids run, have a picnic, cool off? Buffalo’s city
park is located near downtown Buffalo. The outdoor pool is Wyoming’s largest, and admission
is free. The park also has a playground, wading pool, picnic shelters, and
horseshoe pits. Fair and Rodeo - Summer also brings agricultural and rodeo events. The Johnson County Fair and Rodeo is held each year in early August at the Johnson County Fairgrounds in Buffalo. The Deke Latham Memorial PRCA Rodeo is held at the Harold jarrard Park in Kaycee the first weekend after Labor Day. See our Rodeo Page for more details. |
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