Things to Do
Curt Gowdy State Park
Curt Gowdy is located just 24 miles east of Laramie, Wyoming. Take State Route 210 (Happy Jack Road) to County Road 106 .
Curt Gowdy State Park has seven sections of richly varied landscape perfect for hiking. There are countless beautiful attractions within Curt Gowdy State Park. There are three reservoirs, Granite, Crystal and North Crow. Granite offers excellent rainbow trout and kokanee salmon fishing as well as space for water sports. Crystal, the smallest of the reservoirs, has shoreline fishing for brown trout, rainbow trout and kokanee salmon.
Movie Theaters
There are two movie theaters in Laramie. Both have super comfortable reclining leather seats for when you want to nap during the movie. ; )
Check their websites for what's showing and showtimes:
Vedauwoo
Located off I-80 (Exit 329) 20 miles east of Laramie, Vedauwoo is renowned for its Sherman Granite towers. It's a top destination for rock climbers, featuring climbing for casual or professional climbers. Not only is there climbing but there are miles of hiking trails and picnic areas. It's a great place to spend the day or just a couple of hours enjoying the beauty of Wyoming.
Historic Downtown
Founded in 1868 as a major stop on the Union Pacific Railroad, Laramie was a hub for steam engine maintenance and a mix of settlers and outlaws. The town faced threats from notorious criminals, prompting the formation of a vigilante committee that restored order. Prominent figures like Edward Ivinson and Louisa Swain, the first woman to vote in a general election, helped build a prosperous community. Today, Laramie’s downtown, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offers shops, restaurants, and historic sites. Explore and imagine arriving in the “Gem City of the Plains” over a century ago. Welcome to Laramie!
Snowy Range Ski Area
Snowy Range Ski Area is nestled within the scenic Medicine Bow National Forest in southeast Wyoming. With a family-friendly atmosphere and affordable winter recreation for ski and snowboard enthusiasts of all abilities, guests can avoid the crowds and enjoy all the amenities of Snowy Range Ski Area.
Wyoming Athletics
There are multiple University of Wyoming division one NCAA athletic programs from Rodeo to Football.
Laramie Parks
Whether you're looking to spend a little time laying in the grass with a picnic, expend a little energy, or get a little fresh air, you'll find Laramie's parks are a perfect place to spend some time. Nearly every park has a great playground for kids of all ages, so let's take a look at the features that set each park apart:
Some of our favorite parks include water features, like Optimist Park along the Laramie River, with frequent stops to dip your toes or snag a trout on the 5.75-mile paved green belt. We also love LaPrele Park for the Huck Finn youth stock fishing pond, as well as an excellent frisbee golf course that hops over Laramie's Spring Creek. LaBonte Park rounds out the water features with LaBonte Lake, a paved path rounding the park, and a skate park and beautiful community garden.
For kids, the splash pad at Undine Park is a must, as well as the wading pool at Washington Park in the summer months. Washington Park also offers up handicap-accessible playgrounds separated by age, along with a fitness course, sand volleyball court, and horseshoe pits.
The Sugar Mouse
The Sugar Mouse Cupcake House and Tea Shoppe is a little piece of England in downtown Laramie.
Besides cupcakes the Sugar Mouse also has a full English Tea shoppe menu complete with tea and scones, crumpets, soup of the day, and their famous English stew. They also carry a selection of British sweets, biscuits, and teatime favorites.
Wyoming Territorial Prison
Built in 1872 and restored in 1989, the prison is the highlight of the Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site. Pick up a brochure in the gift shop and head toward the prison for a self-guided tour. Plan to spend at least an hour inside. Stops along the tour include: furnished cells, the prisoners' dining area, guard's quarters, infirmary, women's quarters, laundry room, warden's office, and various exhibit galleries.
Medicine Bow Forest
The Medicine Bow National Forest provides year-round recreation opportunities for you. These activities include hiking, biking, camping, horseriding, OHV riding, fishing and hunting, just to name a few. Beautiful vistas await sightseers and photographers. The topography varies greatly within the national forests. Elevation reaches to 12,940 feet.
UW Geology Museum
The University of Wyoming Geological Museum in Laramie supports academic programs, scientific research and public education. The UW Geological Museum features a variety of displays to illustrate Wyoming's past environments, highlighted by a 75-foot Apatosaurus (Brontosaurus) skeleton that dominates the museum's exhibit hall. Another highlight is "Big Al," a display of the most complete Allosaurus fossil ever found.
Admission is Free
Places to Eat
Below is a list of places to eat in Laramie. It is not an exhaustive list. If you see a ❤ it is a restaurant we like. Sometimes the restaurant may not have the greatest ambiance, but the food is good.