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THE ESSENTIAL TRAVELERSʼ HANDBOOK FOR CASPER AND NATRONA COUNTY
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A GOLFER’S PARADISE
In the rugged Old
West era, Casper
promised adventure
to all who traveled
its famous trails.
We’ve come a long way from
our days as a frontier outpost, but
the same sense of free-wheeling
adventure still draws visitors to
Wyoming’s Adventure Capital.
With one foot in the past and an eye
toward the future, Casper is a yearround destination that offers the very
best in historical, recreational, cultural
and entertainment experiences.
If you’re looking to reconnect with
nature the old-fashioned way, spend
the day fishing for trophy sized
rainbow and brown trout that thrive
in the historic North Platte River —
the same river that challenged early
settlers on their historic pilgrimage
west on the Oregon, California,
Pony Express, and Mormon Trails.
Outdoorsmen will also appreciate the
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WHERE THE WATER IS
area’s wide variety of game animals,
including
antelope, deer, elk,
pheasant, and duck.
It’s a safe bet Casper’s forerunners
suffered hardship with day-to-day life,
but the obstacles of today’s “Fore”
runners happen at the area’s five golf
courses, including Three Crowns
Golf Club—a Robert Trent Jones Jr.
designed public course! Casper also
offers a variety of spectator sports,
including the College National
Finals Rodeo, the Casper Ghosts
professional baseball team, and AIFL
Wyoming Cavalry indoor football.
Casper Mountain — a difficulty
to traverse in those early years — is
today a wonderland for those who
love to explore its many hiking, biking,
snowmobiling and ski trails. The
mountain also offers an archery range,
the Braille Trail, picnic and camping
sites, Garden Creek Waterfall,
Crimson Dawn Museum, Hogadon
Ski Area, the Nordic Trail Center
and Beartrap Meadow—home to the
Beartrap Summer Festival.
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In Casper, adventure awaits the
mind and spirit as well. For modern
pioneers, Casper offers up history
in comfort with many museums and
historical sites. The National Historic
Trails Interpretive Center celebrates
those brave souls who helped
establish the Adventure Capital, while
the Nicolaysen Art Museum and the
kid-oriented Science Zone provide
inspiration for the creative soul.
Just as Casper’s forefathers
balanced the hardships of day-today life with a love of the arts, today
you’ll find a wide range of cultural
opportunities here. ARTCORE, Stage
III Theatre, The Casper Children’s
Chorale, The Wyoming Symphony
Orchestra and Casper College
each deliver cultural experiences in
a variety of mediums: music, dance,
theatre and visual arts, to name a
few. And the Casper Events Center
boasts The Best of Broadway series
which will keep even the most devout
city slicker entertained throughout the
year.
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ARTS, MUSIC & MORE!
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THE NORTH PLATTE RIVER runs right
through Casper, which makes it the ideal
headquarters for many of the top fly fishing
guides and outfitters in Wyoming. Learn more
about world class fishing opportunities in
Casper and Natrona County!
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PRONGHORNS,
THE
FASTEST
MAMMALS in North America, actually
outnumber humans in the state of Wyoming.
This is one of the many factors that makes the
Casper area tops for world-class pronghorn
antelope, mule deer and elk hunting.
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A GREAT WAY TO ENJOY Casper
Mountain’s Winter Wonderland is skimming
across its 45 miles of groomed trails on a
snowmobile. Find out why Adventure Guide
David Higbee thinks Casper has “some of
the best riding in the whole country.”
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CLIMBING AT FREMONT CANYON.................................. 9
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MUSEUMS GALORE ................................................ 14-15
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CAMPGROUNDS............................................................26
AIRPORT .......................................................................26
DINING GUIDE ...............................................................27
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES ..............................................29
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT ................................................30
HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS & TOURS ..........................30
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SPRING
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE TROUT
So you’ve finally
decided to take that
weekend fishing trip
you’ve been dreaming
about for years . . .
North Platte Lodge (307.237.1182).
Established in 1998, the Lodge is one
of the very first to be established on
Casper’s popular river. “We run day
trips and up to eight clients can stay
in the lodge,” explains owner and
Adventure Guide Trent Tatum.
Good news — You couldn’t have
picked a better destination! Lakes,
rivers, streams; you’ll find plenty of
places to cast your line in Casper and
Natrona County.
According to Tatum, there are a
number of experienced guides and
outfitters who work the North Platte
River. A typical package can include
“a full day guided trip, lunch, and all
your flies, tippet, and leader material.”
Information about Casper area guides
and outfitters can be found online at
CasperWyoming.info.
The North Platte River runs right
through Casper, which makes it the
ideal headquarters for many of the
top fly fishing guides and outfitters in
Wyoming. One such outfitter is the
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Before you head out for a big day
on the water, you’ll want to get your
gear in order. Casper has plenty of
convenient places to stock up. “[There
is] a fly shop in Alcova called The Reef
(307.232.9128),” Tatum explains. “If
you forget something or if you want
to pick up some flies, they’re very well
stocked. They have
e guides on
n the
the
water every day, so they can give you
yo
ou
an accurate fishing
g report.” Otherr
resources include Cowboy Drifters
(307.331.2031),
Sportsman’s
Warehouse (307.233.3700),
233.3700), The
Ugly Bug Fly Shop
p (307.234.6905),
and the Platte River Fly Shop
(307.237.5997).”
Once you’ve gott everything you
need for your adventure,
dventure, Tatum
g the river. “This
recommends floating
is an extremely beginner-friendly
size that enough.
river. I can’t emphasize
ce of fish, and it’s
There’s an abundance
lthough the North
easy to learn on.” Although
d for hundreds of
Platte can be fished
s out that many
miles, Tatum points
r—Miracle Mile,
areas near Casper—Miracle
voir, Seminoe,
Pathfinder Reservoir,
reau of Land
and Alcova (Bureau
Management, 307.261.7600)—are
7.261.7600)—are
growing in popularity.
“American
Angler Magazine voted the North
Platte River Grey Reef section the
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WINTER 2009
Regional artists and Rodeo
champs are just a few of the
events blowing into town this
Spring! For a complete list,
head to CasperWyoming.info.
FINEST
FESTIVALS
JUNE 14-20: RODEO ACTION
number one big fish fis
fishery in the
world. Not in the United States
S
— in
the world!”
As for the kinds of fis
fish you’ll be
coaxing onto your line? Anglers
A
along
the Platte will catch Rainbow
Rai
Trout,
Brown Trout, Snake River
Rive Cutthroat,
Walleye, and even Cuttbow,
Cuttbow a Cutthroat/
Rainbow
R
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inbow hybrid. Casper’s combination
off unsullied beauty and bountiful
b
fish
draws
draw
aw
ws even the big guns to Casper. “I
was flo
flfloating
ating along the Platte
Pla this past
fall and
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d there was a gentleman
gentle
fishing
in the middle
middle of the river. It happened
to be John
Jo
ohn Gierach. He’s
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COLLEGE NATIONAL
FINALS RODEO;
CASPER EVENTS CENTER
Undoubtedly the greatest of all college
rodeos, the College National Finals
Rodeo (CNFR.com) features qualifiers
from colleges and universities across
the country. Champions are crowned
in the events of saddle bronc riding,
bull riding, barrel racing and calf
roping, just to name a few! Held each
year at the Casper Events Center,
the CNFR offers an entire week of
championship rodeo excitement!
JUNE 26-28: ARTS FOR ALL
NIC FEST; NICOLAYSEN
ART MUSEUM
NIC Fest (thenic.org) features the
work of 70 regional artists, live bands,
a classic car show and lots of food!
Folks of all ages will enjoy strolling
through the NIC’s gardens, listening
to the music of The Fireants, Jalan
Crossland and Seeds n’ Stems.
There’s also a chalk art competition
and a large kids’ area, so slather on the
sunscreen and make a weekend of it!
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WINTER 2009
Natrona County has five incredible
courses to explore, so don’t forget
your clubs! For more on private
courses like the Casper Country Club
(307.265.0767) and Paradise Valley
Country Club (307.234.3079), head to
CasperWyoming.info.
WE GOT
GAME!
THREE CROWNS GOLF CLUB
2435 KING BLVD.
307.472.7696
Award-winning, 18-hole public course
designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
Open from April 1 to October 31. Tee
times available online or by phone.
Course features water on 14 holes
and 180 bunkers.
CASPER MUNICIPAL COURSE
2120 ALLENDALE BLVD.
307.237.9470
Excellent public golf course featuring
a total of twenty-seven holes. Open
from April 1 to November 1. Tee times
available one day in advance through
the pro shop. Restaurant & lounge
open during daylight hours.
SALT CREEK COUNTRY CLUB
HWY 387 in MIDWEST
307.437.6511
Unique, 9-hole public course. Open
from May through mid-October,
weather permitting. Designed by
employees of local oil field in the
1920s, it features mowed prairie grass
fairways and sand greens.
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SWINGIN’
With a Robert
Trent Jones Jr.
course among its
90 holes, Casper is
the Cowboy State
golf destination.
When planning your next great golf
getaway, put Casper at the top of
your list. After all, Golfweek recently
recognized Casper’s Three Crowns
Golf Club as one of the 50 Best New
Courses in the world. And according
to Kyle Nuss, Executive Director of
the Wyoming State Golf Association,
Casper offers something for golfers of
every stripe.
The world class Three Crowns
Golf Club (307.472.7696) features
a Robert Trent Jones, Jr. designed
course. According to Nuss, Jones, Jr.
is “a renowned golf course architect
who has brought a tremendous facility
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facility with full public access. “What’s
neat about the Casper Golf Club is
that there’s three unique nines,” Nuss
says. There is also a large practice
facility, chipping green and putting
green for golfers who want to polish
their game.
to the city of Casper.” There are
110 acres of playable turf, with A-1
bentgrass on the putting surfaces,
Kentucky bluegrass roughs, white
sand from Idaho, and eight bodies
of water scattered throughout.
Amazingly, this award-winning course
was built on the remediated site of
a former oil refinery. The property
is the crown jewel of the 350-acre
Platte River Commons, which also
has a restaurant, a running trail, and
a whitewater kayak park.
Avid golfers will also want to check
out the Casper Municipal Golf
Course (307.237.9470), a 27-hole
For a more “grass roots” experience,
Nuss recommends the pasture golf
course at the Salt Creek Country
Club (Highway 387 in Midwest). For
just $2, adventurous golfers can play
nine holes of mowed prairie grass
fairways and sand greens.
If playing a private course is more
your style, check out Paradise
Valley Country Club (307.234.3079)
or the Casper Country Club
(307.265.0767). “The Paradise Valley
course was renovated in 2007 to add
new bunkers,” notes Nuss. “They also
revamped some greens and tees.”
Nuss points out that this facility also
has a practice range, restaurant and
lounge. The Country Club, on the
other hand, is an 18-hole course with
back-and-forth tree-lined fairways.
Fully private, this club offers a full pro
shop and restaurant.
Even when the skies promise rain or
snow, Casper has you covered. When
poor weather threatens your tee time,
Nuss suggests one of Casper’s three
indoor golf facilities. Lifetime Fitness
(307.473.2582) has an indoor driving
range and putting green with five
hitting areas, while the Wyoming
Athletic Club (307.265.6928) and
Durbin Street Golf (307.265.4677)
offer an indoor golf simulator.
Golf aficionado or not, you’ll find
adventure at every turn. “The North
Platte River has some of the best
fly-fishing opportunities in the world!”
reminds Nuss. And, when you factor
in the area’s shopping, dining, and
recreation, you have all the makings of
a memorable vacation. So grab your
clubs, your family and your fishing
pole and find out what the Adventure
Capital has in store for you!
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SUMMER
SAND, SUN & FUN!
Sunny days and soaring temperatures —
Summer in the Rockies can get hot in a hurry.
That’s what makes the variety of
water activities in Natrona County
so refreshing! Whether your idea of
the perfect day on the water includes
swimming, sailing, kayaking, skiing,
or something more extreme, Casper
has the best places for diving into
adventure.
The North Platte River runs right
through Casper, and floating the river
is a popular choice for relaxing on a
hot summer day. Rafters, canoers,
and paddle boaters can launch from
many different spots along the river
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to enjoy a float that lasts from one
to six hours. One popular long float
begins at Morad Park (West of CY
Avenue at Wyoming Blvd.) and winds
through town, offering floaters a lazy
day of pleasant scenery, local wildlife,
and the chance to see a side of the
city that many never do. If you go, be
certain to pack plenty of sunscreen
and don’t forget to bring a life jacket!
Free life jackets can be borrowed
from any Casper area fire station
(CasperFire.com).
If you’re seeking more action, the
Platte River Parkway Whitewater
Park (PlatteRiverParkway.org) is the
place to be. It has several man-made
structures that enhance the thrills of
riding the rapids. There’s also a great
spot for rodeo boating and freestyle
kayaking. Back Country Kayak
School (307.277.4941) offers guided
service to this and other parts of the
river.
Traveling up the river off Hwy
220, the waters of Alcova Lake
and Pathfinder Reservoir beckon
with their stunning beauty, outdoor
adventure opportunities, and unique
geology. For those intent on catching
some rays, Sandy Beach at Alcova
is the perfect lakeside destination.
Just a slight jog off of Lake Shore
Drive and you’re ready to ease down
the hill, beach towels and blankets in
hand, to bask in the glow of a giant
summer sun. Sandy Beach also
affords the opportunity for swimming
and beach volleyball, with picnic and
restroom facilities just a stone’s throw
away.
If building sand castles seems a bit
tame, travel up Lake Shore Drive to
Okie Beach. Not only is Okie great
for camping, it’s the ideal spot to
launch all types of watercraft. Fishing
boats, paddle boats, waterskis, wake
boards, jet skis, and life vests can be
rented from Alcova Lakeside Marina
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HIGHER
GROUND
(307.472.6666). Hang on tight while
skimming over the waves on a Seadoo, or take your boat for a moonlit
cruise up Fremont Canyon to catch
some truly spectacular scenery.
When chow time rolls around,
skipper your ship back to the marina’s
restaurant and lounge for dining
with full cocktail service available.
Or, if roughing it is more your style,
you’ll find several quiet campsites
and picnic areas along Black Beach
Road. Strewn with boulders and
sagebrush, the remote Black Beach
Campground is the perfect place to
kick back, cast a line, and catch a
trout or two for supper.
Before the sun starts to sink, head
back to your campsite to pitch a tent
and build a cozy campfire. If you
forgot the marshmallows, Sloanes
(307.234.2066) is just a quick drive
from camp. There, you’ll find a wide
range of groceries and camping
supplies, cold beverages, ice, and
marshmallows.
GETTING VERTICAL AT ALCOVA’S
FREMONT CANYON
According to local climbers,
Fremont Canyon is one of
the sport’s best-kept secrets,
featuring some the best granite
climbing in the United States.
The area offers hundreds of
high-quality routes for climbers
of all skill levels, ranging from 40
to 400+ feet in length, and 5.6 to
5.13d in difficulty. Regardless of
the route you take, breathtaking
views of the canyon and Alcova
Reservoir are your reward when
you climb Fremont Canyon.
To find the canyon’s best
climbing, take Highway 220
south towards the town of Alcova.
Once you hit town, turn south and
go 7.5 miles to a fork in the road.
Continue to the right 3 miles, and
you’re at Fremont Canyon Bridge
— the trailhead for your climbing
excursion! Before hitting the road,
stock up on climbing equipment
and local maps or test your skills
on the climbing wall at The Peak
(307.267.4815), Casper’s only
indoor climbing facility.
Visit CasperWyoming.info to watch Adventure Guide Trent
Tatum’s
all-new drift boat vidcast.
While you’re
y
there, check out
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WINTER 2009
There’s a cure for the summertime
blues and Casper’s got it! Want
proof? Check out these festivals, or
go to CasperWyoming.info for the
season’s hottest happenings!
SUMMER
STUFF
CENTRAL WY FAIR & RODEO
CentralWyomingFair.com
July 4th weekend kicks off a month
of specataular celebrations in the
Adventure Capital. First, families
gather at the Casper Events Center
for the city’s annual Fireworks
Festival. That same weekend, the
carnival comes to town, with more
thrill rides, midway amusements and
cotton candy than you can shake a
stick at. Then, July 7-11, the PRCA
Rodeo rolls into the outdoor arena
with eight PRCA events, including bull
riding, steer roping and barrel racing.
BEARTRAP SUMMER FESTIVAL
BeartrapSummerFestival.com
The 15th Annual Beartrap Summer
Festival takes place July 18-19,
attracting music lovers and performers
from all parts of the world. For two
days, regional and national bluegrass
bands are the heart of this mountain
celebration, which also features arts
and crafts, food and special activities
for the kids. Bring your coolers,
blankets, sunscreen and even family
dogs (on a leash, please!) and relax in
the beauty of the meadow. It’s the best
part of summer!
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CASPER &
Whether you
prefer cruising
along by bike or
roaming about
on foot...
You’ll satisfy your wanderlust on
Casper Mountain. Rotary Park,
located just south of Casper at the
base of the mountain, is home to
popular Garden Creek Falls. The 4.5
mile Bridle Trail winds around the
park, offering spectacular views of
the city below, as well as the waterfall
and surrounding scenery. The park is
equipped with grills and fire pits, so
remember to pack some burgers, hot
dogs and beverages to satisfy your
appetite after an excursion through
the fresh air.
A bit further up the mountain is the
Lee McCune Braille Trail. The sightimpaired and seeing alike are able
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MUDDY MOUNTAIN
traverse the area. This trail system
is comprised of a combination of both
single-track and double-track trails
that allow users to choose between
smooth, leisurely trips or more
technical challenges.
to enjoy the great outdoors on this
unique trail. Located on the Strube
Loop section of Casper Mountain
Park, this trail has interpretive plaques
that include braille imprints and ropes
for guidance.
If you continue up the main road,
you’ll find yourself at Beartrap
Meadow. Although it’s primarily a
camping and picnic area, there are
several festivals held there, most
notably the Beartrap Summer
Festival (BeartrapFestival.com), an
annual celebration of bluegrass music,
great food and eclectic vendors.
Beartrap is also the trailhead for many
hiking and mountain biking loops that
From Beartrap, it’s a short jaunt to
Adams Memorial Archery Range.
There, you can practice your skills
with bow and arrow, or even set up
camp at one of the tent or RV sites in
the area. If your mood is more suited
to sightseeing than shooting, be
sure to bring or borrow an all-terrain
vehicle (ATV) to enjoy cruising the
area’s many public access roads and
trails.
If you get too hot and dusty or if you
are just plain ready to park your ride,
head East across Beartrap Meadow
to Crimson Dawn Park & Museum.
Known for its mid-summer solstice
celebration, hundreds of people
visit the park each year to hear the
curator’s tales about the friendly
mythical elves, witches, and forest
spirits that call Casper Mountain
home.
Travel just a few more miles
South to reach Muddy Mountain
and its Environmental Education
Area (307.261.7600). Here, the
Interpretive Nature Trail connects
two
campgrounds
which
are
wheelchair accessible. The trail
includes interpretive signs, two
overlooks, and an abundance of
wildlife—deer, antelope and elk, to
name a few. The nature area itself is
700 acres, ripe for primitive camping,
hiking, and mountain biking.
Casper Mountain promises too
many adventures to list here. If you
need help getting started, stop in at
Mountain Sports (307.266.1136) to
check out their gear and chat with the
staff about areas you can explore.
And remember, there’s a lot of private
property on both mountains, so
please, respect posted signs and stay
within designated public areas.
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AUTUMN
OPEN SEASON FOR ADVENTURE
arranged. We’ll even suggest places
for their clients to eat and shop.”
Pronghorn antelope
actually outnumber
humans in Wyoming.
According to Adventure Guide Sy
Gilliland, this is part of what makes
the Casper area tops for worldclass pronghorn antelope, mule deer
and elk hunting. Gilliland, owner of
S-N-S Outfitter & Guide Service
(307.266.4229) knows you don’t have
to travel far from Casper for an epic
hunting adventure.
the Bates Hole area and the second
range of the Hat Six area. And there’s
some real good prairie mule deer
hunting, too, just northeast of Casper
in the sand-hills.”
Perhaps most importantly, a
professional outfitter will also take
care of the gear a client will need.
“Generally, we’ll send them out a
complete equipment list, right down
to the types of socks to bring, how
many pairs of pants and coats. Once
they get here, they’ll want to hit
Rocky Mountain Discount Sports
(307.265.6974) and Sportsmans
Warehouse (307.233.3700).”
For prongho
rn you can’t go
“For
pronghorn,
anywh
her in Natrona
wrong anywhere
sa
County,” he says.
“There’s
opp
also a lot of opportunity
west
Cassp
of Casper
because
there’s
there
e’s more public
land.
lan
nd Mule deer,
off course, are
anywhere
around
a
rough
country
—
Of course, a successful hunt should
also be a relaxing hunt, which is why
an outfitting service makes sense.
“When a client arranges a hunt
through an outfitter, it’s a worry-free
event,” says Gilliland. “The license
application is taken care of, as well
as all of the scheduling. If a client
is flying in, we’ll pick them up at the
airport and take them to the motel
they’ve reserved or the camp they’ve
The advantages of having a guide
are even more apparent during the
hunt. “The guide is going to provide
a vehicle; he’s going to provide all
the meals and a place to hunt,”
Gilliland says. “And of course, we’re
knowledgeable on the local game
laws because they do vary from state
to state.” Gilliland also points out that
Casper offers a full range of posthunt services. “After the animals are
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ON THE WEB: Gear up for ghost hunting in Casper’s most haunted places.
FALL’S
FINEST
WINTER 2009
From rodeos to rubber duckies, Casper
has plenty of good old-fashioned
Fall fun! Here are a few highlights —
CasperWyoming.info features even
more of this season’s events!
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harvested, they can be taken to any
local meat processor or taxidermist.
They can even accommodate shipping
of the final product for hunters, so that
everything is handled from start to
finish.”
Planning your next hunt in Casper
can be a life changing experience.
As Gilliland puts it, “When you go
home, you’ll remember all the things
that happened on the hunt — the
sunrises and the sunsets, and herds
of antelope going across the prairie —
the memories are just phenomenal.”
And with Casper’s variety of game
animals, beautiful terrain, and the
complete dedication to service and
satisfaction, everyone from the
weekend gamer to United States
Senators find Casper to be an ideal
hunting destination.
To plan your own hunt, ask a
question, or find an outfitter, be sure
to check out the hunting section at
www.CasperWyoming.info.
PLATTE RIVER PARKWAY
FALL FESTIVAL
Each year, summer is bid a fond
farewell at the Platte River Parkway
Fall Festival (PlatteRiverParkway.
org). This gathering of fun-lovin’
locals features live music, a barbecue
competition, and regional micro-brew
sampling. If you’re feeling lucky, bring
a few bucks to enter the Casper
Rotary Club’s Great Duck Derby. If
your rubber duckie is the fastest to
travel down the river to the festival
site, you’ll win big prizes!
NOV 7: CHRIS LEDOUX RODEO
CHRIS LEDOUX TRIBUTE
PRCA RODEO, CONCERT
& ART SHOW
Country singer Chris LeDoux didn’t
just sing about the rodeo life—he
lived it. After his death in 2005, the
annual Chris LeDoux Tribute Rodeo
was started to honor his memory.
2009’s event starts with an art show
containing works from LeDoux’s
private collection. On Saturday, a
PRCA rodeo kicks into gear, followed
by a concert featuring members of
LeDoux’s former band.
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WINTER 2009
SPEAKING OF THE
ARTS
Between ARTCORE, the Wyoming
Symphony Orchestra, Stage III,
the Casper Events Center, Casper
College, and numerous local
bands, visitors can find year-round
entertainment in Casper!
MUSIC, DANCE, & THEATRE
CASPER HAS IT ALL!
STAGE III THEATRE has been
captivating Casper audiences for
over 25 years. With a season that
runs from September through
June, this intimate theatre-inthe-round produces comedies,
dramas
and
bone-chilling
“whodunits.” (stageiiitheatre.org)
THE GERTRUDE KRAMPERT
THEATRE COMPLEX is Casper
College’s showcase for acclaimed
productions that feature quality
acting, flashy sets and elaborate
costumes.
This venue also
hosts performances from the
college’s dance troupe, Flight.
(caspercollege.edu)
THE
CASPER
EVENTS
CENTER is a regular stop for
world-famous recording artists
& comedians, sporting events
and the Broadway productions.
Recent shows have included B.B.
King, Willie Nelson, Tool, The
Eagles, Evanescence, Larry the
Cable Guy, Ron White, Rent, The
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Producers, Chicago, the College
National Finals Rodeo and David
Copperfield, just to name a few.
(caspereventscenter.com)
ARTCORE presents performers
from all parts of the globe. Their
lineup is diverse, and it’s not
uncommon
for
homegrown,
internationally touring acts such
as jazz/folk combo The Tremors
to perform in the same series as
urban street crew, Soul Street
Dancers. It’s all part of what
makes ARTCORE’s year-round
series so exciting. (artcorewy.
com)
THE WYOMING SYMPHONY
ORCHESTRA has been bringing
g
fine concert experiences to
o
audiences in Natrona County forr
59 years. With a season that runss
from October through May, the
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WSO features a wide assortmentt
of guest musicians alongside top
p
talent from around the region..
(wyomingsymphony.org)
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CULTURE
It’s said that those who
forget the past are
doomed to repeat it.
But for Adventure Guide Jude Carino,
repeating the past is all a part of the
fun! As former Director of Casper’s
National Historic Trails Interpretive
Center
(307.261.7700),
Carino
knows a thing or two about Western
heritage. With the Oregon, Mormon,
California, and Pony Express Trails
all converging in Casper, “every one
of the [emigrants] walked through
what is now Casper; every person
p Mountain ass we
w see it
saw Casper
today.”
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passion, a
visit to the Trails Center
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must. The Center
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a point of visiting the Wyoming
Veteran’s Museum (307.472.1857),
which commemorates all wars and
branches of the military.
Natives who lived here before settlers
arrived. Their stories are presented
through multimedia presentations,
life-like dioramas, and interactive
experiences — you can even take
a virtual ride across the North Platte
River in a covered wagon!
But the Trails Center is just one of
many museums that make Casper a
superb classroom. “People must also
go see Fort Caspar (307.235.8462),”
Carino asserts. The Fort, which
began as a trading post in 1859, is
now an open air museum, featuring
a brand new indoor museum as well
as renovated wooden buildings and
even a wooden stockade! Military
history buffs will also want to make
When you’re ready to slide back into
the present, Carino reminds us that
Casper has several modern offerings.
Pick any furry critter, any moment
in history, or even your favorite
artist, and you’ll find a museum in
Casper to go along with it. Start with
The Nicolaysen Art Museum &
Discovery Center (307.235.5247) —
“Art lovers of the world come and see
it!” With over 25,000 square feet of
space and nine galleries, you’ll want
to block out a few hours to take it
all in. Past shows have highlighted
the works of Andy Warhol and Carol
Swinney, and if plan ahead, you’ll
catch an auction, art show or festival
during your visit.
There’s also the Tate Geological
Museum (307.268.2447), which
boasts over 3,000 fossil and mineral
specimens, including dinosaurs. If you
prefer slightly less ancient flora and
fauna, be sure to drop by the Werner
Wildlife Museum (307.235.2108)
and the Audubon Center at Garden
Creek (307.473.1987). Each facility
offers a unique experience of local
wildlife — from galleries of mounted
specimens to habitat exploration and
hiking.
Not all
museum experiences
are limited to daylight hours. The
Casper Planetarium (307.577.0310)
hosts a variety of programs, literally
depending on how and when the
stars align! Another favorite for kids
and parents alike is The Science
Zone (307.473.9663). “It’s very hard
to find ways to engage children in a
learning situation,” Carino explains,
“but the Science Zone has done it.”
The excitement includes the Bubble
Zone, an entire room dedicated to
making awesome bubbles, and the
Zoo Zone, which showcases live
reptiles, spiders and mammals from
all over the world.
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15 MILES SOUTH OF TOWN VIA CASPER MTN. ROAD
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MAP OF MAJOR ROADS & ATTRACTIONS
1. Alcova Reservoir,
Fremont Canyon,
Cottonwood Creek
Dinosaur Trail,
Independence Rock,
& Mormon Handcart
Visitor Center
2. Paradise Valley
Country Club
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17. Tate Geological
Museum
18. Sunrise Shopping
Center
19. Science Zone
20. Casper Municipal
Golf Course
4. Fort Caspar
21. Hilltop Shopping
Center
7. Three Crowns Golf
22. Casper Recreation
Center, Casper Ice
Arena, & Casper
Family Aquatic
Center
8. Casper Ghosts
23. Casper Country Club
9. Casper Area Convention
& Visitors Bureau
24. Eastridge Mall
6. Platte River
Whitewater Park
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3. Central Wyoming
Fairgrounds
5. Casper/Natrona
County Int’l Airport
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15. Werner Wildlife
Museum
10. National Historic
Trails Center
11. Casper Events Center
12. Downtown Casper
13. Nicolaysen Museum
14. Natrona County High
School Auditorium
AREA MAP
CASPER, WYOMING
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Club
26. Casper Mountain &
Hogadon Ski Area
27. Chamber of
Commerce Visitors
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WINTER
WINTER WONDERLAND
If the first gentle
snowflake of the
season makes
you yearn for the
slopes...
Pack up your gear and head to
Hogadon Ski Area (307.235.8499)
for some winter adventure in Casper!
Whether you’re looking to cruise
downhill on skis or catch some air
with your board, Hogadon offers 600
vertical feet of terrain for riders of all
disciplines.
Located just ten minutes from town
on Casper Mountain, Hogadon
offers something for skiers and
snowboarders at every experience
level. There are bunny slopes for
the beginners, and steeper hills —
including black diamond trails — for
skiers with more nerve. There’s
even a terrain park for the most
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adventurous of riders. Best of all,
short lift lines mean more skiing and
less waiting!
If you’re new to winter sports and
you’re not sure which is right for you,
here are a few things to consider:
When alpine skiing, you’ll use your
poles to keep yourself in an upright
position.
Snowboarding,
while
easier on your knees, can put more
stress on your ankles. In either case,
your goal is to get from the top of the
run to the bottom, using all the grace,
speed, and balance you can muster.
If neither of these options sounds
appealing, you may find nordic
skiing to be a better fit. Nordic skiing
is more akin to hiking, and the Casper
Nordic Center (307.235.4772) with
its 42 kilometers of groomed trails
is a great place to glide. Located on
Casper Mountain, the Nordic Center
offers cross-country skiing day and
night with overhead lights illuminating
a popular section of trail until 10 PM
most nights. There are trail levels for
all abilities, so grab your poles and
go!
Early snow and a full range of terrain
are just two of the reasons the Nordic
Center is a popular facility. In addition
to the groomed track, there are nearly
50 kilometers of backcountry and
snowshoe trails within the park itself.
And, when you ski Casper, you’ll be
in good company! During the Salt
Lake City Olympics, two Olympic
teams trained daily in Casper. But
don’t let that intimidate you — most
folks ski strictly for fun; that’s what it’s
all about!
Lift ticket options for Hogadon
include individual, group and season
passes. Passes to ski the nordic trails
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WINTER 2009
WINTER
WEEKENDS
Santa’s arrival won’t be the only
notable event this winter — Casper
has loads of Winter festivities
for young and old alike! Log on
to CasperWyoming.info for a full
schedule of this season’s events!
DEC 12: COLLEGE HOOPS
also require a minimal fee, and can be
purchased through Natrona County
Road and Bridge (307.235.9311),
Mountain Sports (307.266.1136)
and the Nordic Center itself.
Although it would be awesome to
step onto the snow and shred like
Shawn White, most of us could use a
few pointers. Hogadon Ski School
offers group and private lessons,
available by reservation. Group and
private lessons are also available
through the Nordic Center.
Still not sure which sport is
right for you? Why not try them all?
Rent or purchase your skis,
boots, boards, and bindings
at Ragged Edge Sports
ountain
(307.237.5560), or Mountain
Sports. Regardless of the
ou’ll
sport you choose, you’ll
meet experts at both
th
shops to help you
u
find just the rightt
accessories for your
winter adventure.
WYOMING SHOOTOUT;
CASPER EVENTS CENTER
Division I College Basketball returns
to Casper in December when the
University of Wyoming Cowgirls and
Cowboys host a one-day doubleheader.
This annual holiday tradition gives folks
from every corner of the state a chance
to cheer on the Pokes, do some holiday
shopping, and enjoy the other amenities
that can be found in Wyoming’s
Adventure Capital. So pack your bags
and plan for a weekend full of adventure.
And remember, when you’re cheering on
the home team, your battle cry is “GO
POKES!”
FEB. 2010: MUSHIN’ THE PUPS
SLED DOG RACES;
CASPER MOUNTAIN
This Canines For Charity Fundraiser
attracts participants and spectators
from all over the country! Head
to Beartrap Meadow to watch as
mushers of every age participate in
sprint, mid-distance and skijoring
events. There’s a special event for
kids from the ARC — and best of all,
anyone can watch the festivities for
free!
Visit CasperWyoming.info to watch Adventure Guide Trent
Tatum’s
all-new drift boat vidcast.
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WINTER 2009
A SHOPPER’S
PARADISE
For shopaholics and bargain hunters
alike, Christmas is indeed “the most
wonderful time of the year!” There’s
no better place than Casper to find
treasures for everyone on your list.
HOT ON THE TRAIL FOR
HOLIDAY TREASURE
Downtown Casper beckons
this time of year with a variety
of boutiques. Visit Lou Taubert
Ranch Outfitters (307.234.2500)
for 9 floors of western fashion.
Then, warm up across the street
at the Atrium Plaza, where you
can grab a cup of something
hot and some fantastic reading
material at Blue Heron Books &
Espresso (307.265.3774).
Follow the holiday cheer
up Second Street to the
Hilltop
Shopping
Center
(307.234.3170). Pamper yourself
by taking a break at Earth Tones
Day Spa (307.266.6245) or find
the perfect Christmas card for
anyone on your naughty or nice
list at Ralph’s Books & Cards
(307.234.0308).
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Need a break from chilly winter
temps? The Eastridge Mall
(shopeastridge.com) has over
60 stores, making it the largest
shopping mall in Wyoming.
Favorites like Macy’s, Best Buy
and Bed, Bath & Beyond make
going to the mall fun for all ages.
Don’t forget to bring the kids and
their wish lists for Santa!
Another great indoor option is
the Sunrise Shopping Center
(307.234.5886). Check out the
blooms at The Flower Gallery
(307.237.0851),
which
also
features unique home touches.
And there’s plenty of funky
Western-inspired garb for the gal
on your list at Cadillac Cowgirl
(307.473.5858).
The savvy shopper’s journey
begins at CasperWyoming.info.
There, you’ll discover a complete
list of Casper merchants, special
offers, and maps to make your
holiday excursion a success!
ESCAPE TO
When you’ve got a
winter wonderland
like Casper Mountain
located just minutes
from town . . .
Skimming over the trails at 35 mph
is a thrilling way to explore it. Just
ask Adventure Guide Don Higbee,
owner of Karst Motor Sports
(307.237.7680). “My favorite thing
about the mountain is being able to
go up there with the family and having
it in such close proximity to Casper.”
A lifelong enthusiast of snowmobiling
and ATVing, Higbee speaks from
experience. He and his family just
recently moved here, but “we’ve
been visiting Wyoming for 15 years.
We’re really glad to be in town.”
Snowmobiling is one of the most
popular winter sports in Wyoming’s
Adventure Capital.
A great
many trails can be accessed at
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Beartrap Meadow, the trailhead for
snowmobiling on Casper Mountain.
Located straight up Casper Mountain
Road and just minutes from downtown,
its parking lot is the perfect place to
leave your trailer and head out on
the groomed trails. From there, you
can follow well-defined tracks over to
Muddy Mountain and drop into some
of the larger, deeper powder snow
known for great backcountry riding.
Easy access and well-groomed trails
are just a few of the area’s highlights,
according to Higbee. “It’s a good
area for the beginning and mid-range
type of snowmobiler to come and
enjoy some of Wyoming’s scenery,”
he says. “What attracts the beginning
snowmobiler to Casper Mountain
is the detail that the county uses
on plowing the different roads, and
making sure that Beartrap Meadow
is easily accessible. My daughter
is just learning how to ride, and we
allow her to ride up there.” Higbee
notes, however, that the mountain
features a variety of different terrain,
offering something for all levels of
snowmobilers.
As with any other sport, safety is a
key consideration when you head out
into the mountains. Higbee suggests
taking spare belts and spark plugs —
anything you might need to maintain
your machine. He also recommends
bringing along some food and water
or Gatorade, “because you never
know when a storm is going to blow in.
You always want to make sure you’re
prepared when you’re out riding.”
As for the gear you’ll need? There
are a couple of local shops that
can outfit you in grand style. First,
you’ll need to get a season permit,
which is available for $25 from
Natrona County (307.235.9370).
Then, check out Higbee’s shop for
a full range of machines, clothing
and helmets. You will also find
snowmobiles and accessories for sale
at Casper Mountain Motorsports
(307.266.4930) and Just For Kicks
(307.265.0228).
While snowmobiling is a favorite
pastime for Higbee and his family,
Higbee believes “what makes Casper
so attractive is the variety of outdoor
activities that are available to
When visiting
everybody.””
Casper Mountain, Higbee
rs should be sure
says visitors
to explore other options,
such as nordic skiing
and sledding.
ng. “It just
makes for a good
family day.”
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CASPER GHOSTS PLAY JUNE-SEPTEMBER
$99 STAY & PLAY
PACKAGES
Pack your toothbrush and pajamas
for an overnight stay in Wyoming’s
Adventure Capital! Our new Stay
& Play Packages offer one night’s
lodging and a uniquely Casper
adventure — all for just $99! Past
packages have paired hotel rooms
with rounds at Three Crowns Golf
Golf Club (page 6), lift tickets at
Hogadon Ski Area (page 18),
Eastridge Mall (page 20) gift cards
and Wyoming Shootout (page 19)
tickets. The package changes each
month, so visit CasperWyoming.info
to book your package at a participating
hotel.
MINOR LEAGUE
BASEBALL
The Casper Ghosts Professional
Baseball Club (307.232.1111) plays
at Mike Lansing Field from June
through September. Grab a juicy hot
dog and join the excitement as fans
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CASPER’S PARKS OFFER YEAR-ROUND FUN
cheer on this Colorado Rockies farm
team! Meet Hobart, the beloved team
mascot, take advantage of the nightly
promotions, and yell encouragement
and support until you’re hoarse!
And remember — early birds often
go home with Ghosts apparel or
bobbleheads!
PUBLIC SPACES AND
GREEN PLACES
Remember the days of packing a
meal, getting the kids together and
aiming the car at the local park?
There are still plenty of opportunities
to enjoy family adventures in the
great outdoors in Casper! There are
many parks within the city where
the little ones can run barefoot over
grassy knolls, show their prowess
on the monkey bars or see who can
swing the highest! Athletes young
and not-so-young will appreciate
the public swimming pools, tennis
courts and other athletic fields. Some
parks even offer more specific warm
weather activities, like the City Band
Concerts held Thursday nights at the
Washington Park Bandshell, or the
Midsummer’s Eve Celebration at
Crimson Dawn Park, just minutes
away from town on Casper Mountain.
Nature lovers won’t want to miss
the Garden Creek Falls, located
in Rotary Park at the base of the
mountain. Walk a short distance to
witness the splendor of the waterfall,
or hike the more scenic Bridle Trail
around the entire area. No matter
where the day takes you, be sure to
bring plenty of hamburgers, hot dogs
and drinks for everyone!
ADVENTURES IN
LIVE MUSIC
Live music has long been a staple
of Casper’s nightlife, with jazz, rock,
country, and dance music presented
in a variety of comfortable clubs.
One of Casper’s newest venues
is Elixirs (307.233.4303). Catch a
jazz combo or an acoustic guitar
performance on the weekends, or
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chill to some DJ-spun tunes into the
wee hours of the morning.
Country music and line-dancing
fans will have to check out the
recently renovated Beacon Club
(307.577.1503) in Mills. Those who
go “sneakin’ to the Beacon” enjoy a
large bar and dance floor. Regular
country acts perform live Tuesday
through Saturday nights, so grab your
cowboy boots and scoot on over!
If you prefer scattin’ to scootin’, head
to The Jazz Spot (307.235.5299),
an intimate dinner club for folks of
all ages to listen to cool blues and
white-hot jazz. Local “two-piece trio”
The Tremors (TheTremors.com) are
frequently spotted playing there! And
just down the road at the Parkway
Plaza, All That Jazz (307.235.1777)
is another hotspot for jazz-minded
adults.
Ready to rock? Check out the worldfamous Wonder Bar (307.234.4110).
Wednesday nights feature local
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acoustic folk-rocker Chad Lore
(ChadLore.com), while weekend
visitors can often catch powerhouse
Eli Manor Band playing upstairs
on the large stage. The American
Legion (307.235.1203) also features
an occasional touring rock, punk or
modern country band.
FROM DUSK
‘TIL DAWN
When the day closes with a
magnificent sunset on the western
horizon, the night is just beginning at
Casper’s clubs, bars and restaurants!
What’s your preference — a night of
comedy? A live band? Or maybe a
romantic dinner for two and movie
followed by drinks at one of the local
lounges? Whatever your idea of
nighttime fun, Casper has it!
Casper has 17 movie screens
(wyomovies.com),
and
many
auditoriums feature stadium seating,
giant screens, 3-D presentation and
the best in digital sound quality.
One of the oldest playhouses, The
Rialto Theatre (307.472.4747) is
a great place to catch an art house
release — the original balcony is
available for more romantic seating!
The America Stadium Theatre
(307.472.4747) features the largest
screen in Wyoming for wrap-around
blockbuster enjoyment. And crucial to
any night of serious movie going is a
stop a the Metro Coffee Company
(307.472.5042) where film buffs can
trade critiques over coffee or foaming
lattes.
Other favorite haunts include
the Pump Room (307.237.8325)
for its cozy atmosphere, Frosty’s
(307.234.3827) for juicy burgers,
Moonlight Liquors & Lounge
(307.234.7787) for dart and pool
action, Old Chicago (307.473.1900)
for
nightly
trivia,
Sidelines
(307.473.7427) for dancing and The
Movie Star Lounge (307.266.4976)
for live karaoke.
Visit CasperWyoming.info to watch Adventure Guide Trent
Tatum’s
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information about accommodations in Casper.
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HOTELS/MOTELS/BED & BREAKFASTS IN CASPER & NATRONA COUNTY
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C’MON INN, (EVANSVILLE) 472.6300
301 LATHROP RD. | 1.866.782.2690
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COLONIAL HOUSE MOTEL, 577.1263
1914 E. YELLOWSTONE
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COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT, 473.2600
4260 HOSPITALITY LN. | 1.800.321.2211
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DAYS INN, 234.1159 | 301 EAST “E” ST.
1.800.DAYS INN
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HAMPTON INN, 235.6668 | 1100 NORTH POPLAR
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HILTON GARDEN INN, 266.1300 | 1150 N. POPLAR
121
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HOLIDAY INN, 577.5000 | 721 GRANITE PEAK DR.
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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS, 237.4200
4250 LEGION LN. | 1.800.465.4329
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Visit CasperWyoming.info for detailed
information about accommodations in Casper.
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CASPER/NATRONA COUNTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Just nine miles west of downtown Casper on
Highway 20/26, the Airport serves the Western
region with four major airlines. Those carriers
provide direct flights to four major hub cities:
Denver, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City and
Minneapolis/St. Paul. Additionally, charter
operators provide direct monthly flights to
Laughlin and/or Wendover, NV.
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Airport facilities include two primary air
carrier runways and two general aviation
runways. Parking at C/NCIA includes
both short-term and long-term options.
For more information about the Casper/
Natrona County International Airport, visit
iFlyCasper.com, or call 1.307.472.6688.
ON THE WEB: Find a taxi, get a bus schedule or locate a church at CASPERWYOMING.INFO
AMERICAN/TRADITIONAL/FAMILY
19th Hole, 2120 Allendale Blvd., 237.9470,L|D aÂSEASONAL
Alcova Lakeside Marina, 24025 Lakeshore Dr., 472.6666 , B|L|D
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Applebee’s, 359 Miracle Dr. ,472.6555, L|D Â
Casper’s Good Cooking, 581 N. Poplar, 237.3033, B|L|D 24 HOURS
Chatter’s Bar & Grill,1324 Prairie Ln., Bar Nunn, 234.5329 ,L|D Â
Dori Lou’s, I-25 & Hat Six Rd.,473.8589, B|L|D 24 HOURS
Riverside Grille, 300 W. “F” St. (Ramada Plaza), 235.2531, B|L|D Â
Red Lobster, 531 S.E. Wyo. Blvd., 473.9852, L|DaÂ
Sanford’s, 241 S. Center & 61 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.; 234.4555,L|D aÂ
Sherrie’s Place, 310 W. Yellowstone, 235.3513, B|L
Sunset Grill, 22250 W. Hwy. 220, Alcova, 472.3200, L|DÂ
The Cottage, 116 S. Lincoln, 234.1157, B|L
The Old House, 130 S. Lincoln, 472.5101, B|L
Edgerton Cafe, 335 Hwy. 387, Edgerton,437.9210, B|L|D Â
Village Inns of Casper, 350 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.& 325 S. Durbin,
234.1485, 234.1614, B|L|D (BOTH)
Eggington’s, 229 E. 2nd St., 265.8700, B|La
West Side Cafe, 5759 CY Ave., 266.2027, B|L|D
Frank’s Coney Island, 2145 E. 12th St., 797.0505, L|D
Western Grill, 2333 E. Yellowstone, 234.7061, B|L|D a
Ghost Town Truck Stop, 6680 W. Yellowstone Hwy., 472.0200,
Tumbleweeds, 267 Lewis (Midwest), 437.6266, L|D a
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Hometown Buffet, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.; Eastridge Mall, 577.5953,
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Wings ‘n Things, 2008 CY Ave., 234.9464, L|D
Wonder Bar, 256 S. Center, 234.4110, L|D aÂ
IHOP, 510 E. Lathrop Rd., 235.0111, B|L|D a
Wyoming Hot Wings, 1821 E. 12th St., 237.5924, L|D
Jazz Spot, 128 E. 2nd St., 235,5299, B|L|D aÂ
BARBECUE
JB’s Big Boy, 600 W. “F” St., 234.7301, B|L|D
Boots BBQ, 401 Valley Dr., 237.2500, L|D aÂ
Johnny J’s Diner, 1705 E. 2nd St., 234.4204, B|L|D a
Sidelines Sports Bar, 1121 Wilkins Cir., 234.9444, L|D Â
Karen & Jim’s, 520 S. Ash, 266.4976, B|L|D aÂ, CLOSED MON
CHINESE/ASIAN
Kopper Kettle, 5038 Lafayette, 266.4110, L|D
Old Chicago, 3580 E. 2nd St., 473.1900, L|D aÂ
Parkway Cafe, 123 W. “E” St., 235.1777, B|L|D Â
DINING
DINING GUIDE
Dragon Wall Chinese Buffet, 2025 E. 2nd St., 235.8899, L|D
Dsasumo, 320 W. 1st St., 237.7874, L|D aÂ
Perkins, 4710 E. 2nd St., 265.7339, B|L|D a
Flaming Wok, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.; Eastridge Mall, 232.9211, L|D a
Platte River Restaurant, 321 E. “E” St., 266.6007, B|L|D Â
Golden Dragon, 739 Luker Ln.(Shilo Inn), 266.1088, L|D a
Plows Diner, 2150 E. Yellowstone, 577.1504, B|L
House of Sushi, 260 S. Center, 266.2888, L|D aÂ
Pork-n-Bees, 321 E. “E” St., 266.2293, B|L
JS Chinese, 116 W. 2nd St., 577.0618, L|D Âa
Red & White Cafe, 1620 E. Yellowstone, 234.6962, B|L
Lime Leaf Bistro, ?????., ?????, L|D aÂ
River’s Edge Cafe, 777 W. 1st St., 265.5333, B|L a
Mongolian Grill, 4801 E. 2nd St., 473.1033, L|D a
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New Moon, 832 CY Ave., 234.2915, L|D aÂ
South Sea, 3400 E. 2nd St., 237.4777, L|D aÂ
Szechuan, 1151 CY Ave., 265.8881, L|D aÂ
PIZZA
Barry’s Pizzeria, Call for new location, 237.8523, L|Da
Bid’s Place, 4709 W. Yellowstone, 577.5213, L|D
COFFEE HOUSES
Domino’s, 3 Locations, 265.2900, 237.6100, 234.4455 L|Da
Blue Heron, 201 E. 2nd St., 265.3774, BOOKS a
Godfather’s, 2877 E. 2nd St., 265.1221, L|DÂ
Fort Java Outpost, 895 S.W. Wyo.Blvd.; Mills, 265-5282,
Little Italy Pizza, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.; Eastridge Mall, 237.3566, L|Da
Java Jitters, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.; Eastridge Mall, 472.0702,a
Metro Coffee, 241 S. David, 472.5042, ART a
Starbucks, 4585 E. 2nd St. & 4003 CY Ave., 234.9470, B|La
Papa John’s, 1501 E. 2nd St., 234.2121, L|Da
Pizza Hut, 3738 CY Ave. & 3741 E. 2nd St., 265.0804, 577.9112,
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Sunrise Cafe, 4360 S. Poplar, 265.1595, B|La
Roma Pizzeria, 1805 CY Ave., 472.5131, L|Da
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Blimpie Subs, 1510 Centennial Blvd., Hilltop Center &
All That Jazz, 123 W. “E” St., 235.1777, Live Music
4160 S. Poplar, 472.3424, 237.1656, 235.4755, L|D a
Cheese Barrel, 544 S. Center, 235.5202, B|La
Grant Street Grocery, 815 Grant, 237.2539, La
Mountain View Sub Shop, 239 E. 1st St., 237.7999, B|La
Sandwich Bar, 124 E. 2nd St., 266.1527, B|La
Baja Beach Company, 525 S.W. Wyo. Blvd., Mills, 235.2252, Food 11-6PM
Beacon Club, 4100 W. Yellowstone Hwy., Mills, 577.1503, Food/Live Music
Butch’s Happy Days, 1180 Oildale, Evansville, 577.5031, Live Music
Drake’s Pub, 300 W. “F” St. (Ramada Plaza), 235.2531, B|L|D
Elixirs, 303 S. Wolcott, 233.4303, Live Music, Cigar Room
FINE DINING
Frosty’s, 520 S. Center, 234.3827, Bar Menu
303, 303 S. Wolcott, 233.4303, L|DaÂ
Movie Star Lounge, 520 S. Ash St., 266.4976, L|D, Karaoke a
Armor’s, 3422 Energy Ln., 235.3000, L|D Â
Moonlight Liquors & Lounge, 2305 E. 12th St., 234.7787
Gegi’s, 201 E. 2nd St. (Atrium Plaza), 234.9796, D a
Paradise Valley Liquors & Lounge, 401 Valley Dr., 237.1686
ITALIAN
The Pump Room, 739 N. Center (Poorboy’s), 237.8325 L|D
Bosco’s, 847 E. “A” St., 265.9658, L|DaÂ
Remington’s, 800 N. Poplar (Ramkota), 266.6000
Botticelli, 129 W. 2nd St., 266.2700, L|DaÂ
MEXICAN
Don Juan’s, 144 S. Center, 234.0903, L|DaÂ
El Jarro, 500 W. “F” St., 577.0538, L|DÂ
Guadalajara, 3350 CY Ave., 234.4699, L|DÂ
Sandbar Lounge, 100 N. Ash St., 266.2745 L|D
Sidelines Sports Bar, 1121 Wilkins Cir., 234.9444 L|D, Live DJs
Sunrise Lanes Bar & Grill, 4000 S. Poplar, 234.9141 L|D, Bowling
Sunset Bar & Grill, 22250 W. Hwy. 220, Alcova, 472.3200 L|D
Taylor’s Sports Bar, 37 Curtis St., 266.0941 Sports Bar, Live Music
La Cocina, 1040 N. Center, 266.1414, L|DaÂ
TJ’s Bar & Grill, 2024 CY Ave., 473.7526 L|D
La Costa, 1600 E. 2nd St., 235.6599, L|DaÂ
The Wonder Bar, 256 S. Center, 234.4110, L|D, Live Musica
Tacos Mexico, 2117 E. 12th St., 472.5606, L|DÂ
Wyoming Off-Track Betting, 4610 E. Yellowstone Hwy., 472.1144
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Outback, 229 Miracle St., 235.0391, L|DÂ
Dorn’s Fireside, 1745 CY Ave., 235.6831, L|DÂ
Poor Boy’s, 739 N. Center, 237.8325, L|DaÂ
Fire Rock, 6100 E. 2nd St., 234.2333, L|DaÂ
Primetime, 4370 S. Poplar, 235.6395, L|DÂ
Goose Egg Inn, 10580 Goose Egg Rd., 473.8838, L|DÂ
Remington’s, 800 N. Poplar (Ramkota), 266.6000, DaÂ
ATTRACTIONS
ART GALLERIES AND MUSEUMS
Pathfinder Dam Interpretive Center, Pathfinder Lake
Antler Taxidermy & Art, 2590 Palomino, Bar Nunn, 266.3413
Western wildlife and art by local artists
Picture in a Frame, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd., 266.3906
Posters, prints, framing, mounting.
Casper College Greenhouse, 125 College Dr., 268.2407
Home to many exotic plants, reptiles and fish. Call for hours
www.caspercollege.edu/lifescience/greenhouse
Pierless Puffin Art Gallery, 201 E. 2nd St., 472.5311
A unique shopping experience! Open Tues-Sat
Crimson Dawn, Casper Mtn., 1620 Crimson Dawn Rd., 235.9311
Local folklore & self.guided walking tour
Planetarium, 904 N. Poplar, 577.0310
Daily during summer. Limited hours Sept-May. Admission Fee.
ncdsweb.ncds.k12.wy.us/planetarium
Dick Sorenson Studio, 4020 S. Poplar, 237.1274
Local art. Located at the Sunrise Shopping Center.
Salt Creek Museum, Midwest, 531 1/2 Peak St., 437.6513
Call for hours. Oilfield and town history. Maps available.
Finishing Touch, 4010 S. Poplar, 577.1440
Local art in all mediums. Located at the Sunrise Shopping Center.
Tate Geological Museum, 125 College Dr., 268.2447
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Sat 10am-4pm.
www.caspercollege.edu/tate/webpage.asp
Fort Caspar Historical Site, 4001 Fort Caspar Rd., 235.8462
Open daily May-Sept; Oct-Apr, Admission Fee
www.fortcaspar.com
Goodstein Art Gallery, Casper College, 125 College Dr., 268.2060
All types of media, regional and national artists
Mormon Handcart Visitor Center, 47600 W. Hwy. 220
(approx. 60 miles SW of Casper), 328.2953
Open 9am-4pm daily with extended hours during the summer.
www.handcarttreks.com
National Historic Trails Center, 1501 N. Poplar, 261.7700
Open daily Apr-Oct, Nov-Mar Tues-Sat; Admission Fee, Seniors $5
www.wy.blm.gov/nhtic
Navarro Gallery, 120 E. Second St., 315.6096; Sculpture & Paintings
Nicolaysen Art Museum & Discovery Center,
400 E. Collins Dr., 235.5247; Admission Fee
Children’s Center and Contemporary Art Museum
Tue-Sat 10am.5pm; Closed Sun-Mon, www.thenic.org
ATTRACTIONS
STEAKHOUSE
The Science Zone, 3960 S. Poplar,473.9663,
Mon-Sat 9am.5pm; Closed on Sun. Adults $4, Kids 2.18 $3, Free
under 2. www.thesciencezone.org
Vivi’s Artist’s Choice Gallery, 647 W. Yellowstone, 234.7000
Source for Vivi K. Crandall Wildlife Art.
War Birds Museum, C/NC Int’l Airport, 8220 Fuller St., 259.5910
Call for hours. WWII memorabilia.
Werner Wildlife Museum, 405 E. 15th, 235.2108
Mon-Fri 1pm-5pm.
www.caspercollege.edu/lifescience/werner
West Wind Art Gallery,1040 W. 15th, 265.2655
Casper Artists Guild Gallery; Tue-Sat 12pm-4pm.
Wyo Veteran’s Memorial Museum, C/NC Int’l Airport, 472.1857
Commemorates all wars and branches of the military.
Tue-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm, closed Monday.
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ATTRACTIONS
CULTURAL/FINE ARTS ACTIVITIES
ARTCORE, 330 S. Center St., Ste. 415, 265.1564
Live performance / Arts Series; Call for schedule of performances
www.artcorewy.com
Concerts in the Park, 12th & McKinley,
Weekly City Band Performances Thursdays; Jun-Aug 7:30 pm.
www.wyomusic.com/casperband
Downtown Movie Palaces, Downtown Casper, 472.4747
Stadium seating & Dolby Digital Cinema in select theatres.
www.wyomovies.com
Casper Ice Arena, 1801 E. 4th St., 235.8484
Closed May 20-Jul 16; Indoor ice rink, snack bar, skate rentals
www.casperwy.gov
Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., 235.8383
Drop-in courts, foosball and pool, seasonal ice arena
www.casperwy.gov
Eagle Bowl, 306 N. Durbin, 472.3199
Mon-Fri 10am-9pm; Sat 9am-12am; Sun Noon-8pm. $2 per game.
Eastridge Movies 4, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd., Eastridge Mall, 472.7469
Discount films. Admission just $3.50 • www.wyomovies.com
El Mark O Lanes, 2800 CY Ave., 237.9558
Call for hours. $2.75 per game. Cafe and lounge.
Gertrude Krampert Theatre, Casper College Campus, 268.2365
Casper College Theatrical Performances
Kids Works, 2500 CY Ave., 234.4386
Indoor playground, childcare
www.kidsworksllc.com
Stage III, 900 N. Center, 234.0946
Community Theatre • www.stageiiitheatre.com
Wyoming Blues and Jazz Society, 123 W. “E” St.
Jam Sessions 3rd Sunday of each month.
www.wyobluesandjazz.org
Wyoming Symphony Orchestra, 111 W. 2nd. St., Ste. 103, 266.1478
Live Symphony performances Oct thru May.
www.wyomingsymphony.org
HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS / TOURS
Dinosaur Nature Trail, Cottonwood Beach at Alcova Lake
Historic Downtown Casper, 235.6710,
Brochures available for introduction to historic buildings
Historic Trails West, Mills, 266.4868
Conestoga wagon treks and horseback rides on the trails
www.historicaltrailswest.com/wagontreks.html
Painted Past Enterprises, 232 E. 2nd St., Ste. 102, 267.7243
Historic downtown walking tours Tue-Thur., Ghost Tour Fridays
www.paintedpast.org
Spiritriders Wagontrain, 5897 12 Mile Rd., 277.1235
Wagon trains, custom tours, jamborees
www.spiritrider-wagontrain.com
Your Ride/Adventures West, 4486 Moonbeam Rd., 577.1226
Narrated van tours of historic trails & shuttle service
www.usatouring.com
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Casper Family Aquatic Center, 1801 E. 4th St., 235.8383
Lazy river, 2 slides, family friendly • www.casperwy.gov
Old Town Mini Golf, 125 East “E” St., 235.1777
Mini golf, snack bar
www.parkwayplaza.net
Rack ‘Em Up Club, 128 S. Center, 235.6574
Pool hall and snack bar.
Stuckenhoff Shooters Complex, 2330 N. Station Rd., 265.2535
Sat-Sun 9am-Dusk
Sunrise Bowling Lanes, 4370 S. Poplar, 234.9141
Dining, lounge and shopping center
The Peak Indoor Climbing Gym, 410 N. Beverly, 472.4084
Indoor rock climbing facility
Wagon Wheel Roller Rink, 305 Van Horn Ave., Mills, 265.4214
Indoor roller skating rink, arcade & snack bar
Wyoming Athletic Club, 455 Thelma Dr., 265.6928
$10/day includes full use of facility, raquetball courts additional
YMCA, 315 E. 15th, 234.9187
$5/day pass, out of state memberships honored, full use
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Adventurequest Fishing, 259.1322
Trout & walleye fishing at Alcova, Pathfinder, Deer Creek Canyon
www.adventurequestfishing.com
INDOOR ACTIVITIES
Alcova Marina, Alcova Lake/Hwy. 220, 24025 Lakeshore Dr.
472.6666; Watercraft rentals, fishing licenses
www.alcovalakesidemarina.com
Aladdin’s Castle, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd., 234.6095
Arcade, Eastidge Mall
www.namcoarcade.com
ATV Track, Poison Spider Rd., 261.7600
200 acres. Open year round to all off road vehicles, no fee.
www.wy.blm.gov/cfo/recreation.htm
ON THE WEB: Watch videos about local attractions and activities at CASPERWYOMING.INFO
Casper Country Club, 4149 Country Club, 235.5777
Private golf course, 18 holes
www.caspercountryclub.com
Casper Municipal Golf, 2120 Allendale Blvd., 234.1037
Public golf course, 27 holes
www.cityofcasperwy.com
Casper Recreation Center, 235.8383
Call for locations of tennis courts
www.casperwy.gov
Charlie’s Guide Service, 235.1125
Experienced Wyoming fisherman. Alcova & Pathfinder reservoirs.
Trout and walleye
www.boatfishwyo.com
Paradise Valley Country Club, 70 Magnolia, 237.3673
Private golf course, 18 holes
www.paradisevalleyccwyo.com/home.htm
Platte River Fly Shop, 7400 W. Hwy. 220, 237.5997
Guided fishing trips, rentals, fly fishing gear
www.wyomingflyfishing.com
Platte River Raft n’ Reel, 5625 CY Ave., 267.0170
Guided & non-guided rafting trips, rentals, fly fishing gear
www.raftnreel.com
Platte River White Water Park, Amoco Park/1st St., 577.1206
Water sports, kayaking, flat water recreation
www.platteriverparkway.org
Q Creek Outfitters, Box 2850, 356.4200
Hunting & fishing guide; ww.qcreek.com
City of Casper Recreation, 235.8383
Pools at several locations around city; Jun-Aug
www.casperwy.gov
Salt Creek Country Club, Midwest/Edgerton, 437.6229
“Sand packed” greens, 9 holes
www.pasturegolf.com/courses/saltcreek.htm
Casper Disc Golf, N. of Soccer & Softball complex on Bryon Stock
Trail, 472.5245; 18 holes, bring your own disc
Skateboard Parks, Behind YMCA & near Boys & Girls Club
Cowboy Drifters, 2945 Indian Springs Dr., 331.2031
Year-round fly-fishing guides, fly shop, lodging, float trips.
www.wyocowboydrifters.net
Crazy Rainbow Fly Fishing, 13800 W. Hwy. 220, 234.6905
Lodge, guest house, guided fishing trips
www.crazyrainbow.net
Casper Nordic Center, Casper Mountain, 235.9325
Summer: Hiking/Biking. Winter: Ski Trails lit until 10pm, $5
www.caspernordic.com
Enchanted Homestead Adventures, Alcova, 267.3335
Camping & Hiking
Gray Reef Outfitters, 22222 Grey Reef Rd., 232.9128
Shuttle service, guiding and more
Sloane’s General Store, Hwy. 220 Alcova, 234.2066
Gray Reef shuttle, boat rentals, fly shop, accommodations
Snowmobile Trails, Casper Mountain
49 miles total, 46 groomed, 3 non-groomed
The Cages, 1961 Fetterman, 577.7431
Batting cages open Apr-Sep
Three Crowns Golf Club, Platte River Commons, 472.7696
Robert Trent Jones Jr. public course, 18 holes
www.threecrownsgolfclub.com
Wyoming Athletic Club, 455 Thelma Dr., 265.6928
$10/day includes full use of of facility
Wyoming Game & Fish, 3030 Energy Ln., 473.3400
Hunting and fishing orders on line, Landowner list
gf.state.wy.us
Hogadon Ski Area, 2500 Hogadon Rd., 235.8499
60 acres of groomed slopes; ski school, rentals, concessions; snowboarders welcome.
www.casperwy.gov/leisureservice/hogadon
Yessness Pond, Poplar & Wyo. Blvd.
Stocked pond for children’s fishing experience
Karst Motorsports, 1021 English Ave., 237.7680
ATV rentals. www.karstmotorsports.com
Casper Ghosts, 330 Kati Ln., N. Poplar, 232.1111
Colorado Rockies affiliate. Mid June thru Early Sept.
www.ghostsbaseball.com
North Platte Lodge, 20400 W. Grey Reef, 237.1182
Full service fishing lodge
www.northplattelodge.com
Old Town Mini Golf, 123 W. “E” St., 266.4653
Outdoor miniature golf course, modeled after historic Casper
www.parkwayplaza.net
ATTRACTIONS
BMX Track, 25th & Poplar, Mike Cedar Park
PROFESSIONAL SPORTS
Casper Speedway, 2201 E. Rd., 577.3040
Open Friday evenings Mid May thru Early September
Wyoming Cavalry, Events Center, 232.8170
American Indoor Football League. 7-8 home games, Mar-Jul
www.wyomingcavalry.com
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