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Established in 1888, Casper promised adventure to all who traveled its famous trails. It’s a promise that continues to this day. Whether you seek the excitement of rivers, mountains or plains, Casper is Wyoming’s Adventure Capital.
More than a century ago, the North Platte River presented a challenge to those who were determined to journey safely across.
Today, the challenge lies in its world-class fishing, kayaking and rafting. Early pioneers found heart-pounding—and unavoidable— adventure navigating the waters and terrain around the area. Today, Alcova Reservoir is the perfect place for recreational swimming, skiing, jetskiing, boating, camping, or rock climbing at Alcova’s Fremont Canyon.
Casper Mountain, once an obstacle for pioneers, is today a haven for those who love to ski, sled, snowmobile and snowboard.
In warmer weather, the mountain offers hiking and biking trails, an archery range, and many picnic and camping sites.
If golf is your game, relax with the 9-hole Salt Creek Course in Midwest, the Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed course at 3 Crowns Golf Club,or three other courses built to test your skill. During the winter, bundle up for snowmobiling, downhill skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing on Casper Mountain. Wander our historic downtown district or the Eastridge Mall for great shopping any time of the year, and don’t forget to take advantage of all the available nightlife, from fine dining to barhopping to dressing for the theatre.
Casper also offers a variety of spectator sports, including the College National Finals Rodeo, the Casper Ghosts professional baseball team and the Wyoming Calvary football team.
For those who want to learn more about Casper’s pioneers, the area has several museums and historical sites. The National Historic Trails Interpretive Center celebrates the brave souls who helped establish the region.
For more contemporary pursuits, the Nicolaysen Art Museum and the kid-friendly Science Zone are not to be missed.
When planning your stay, don’t forget to visit casperwyoming.info. There, you’ll find information about all the accommodations, events and attractions you can enjoy in Casper. Each month, the website shines a spotlight on new activities, with audio and video webcasts that will whet your appetite for adventure.
The offices of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, at 992 N. Poplar Street, are open 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Friday year round. Call 800-852-1889. casperwyoming.info
