Yellowstone, an absolute must-see attraction in the region, is the oldest park in the world, the most famous in the country and the second largest in the United States. You can discover the beauty of mountainous landscapes, from rivers to canyons, while admiring the light colors of springs and geysers around which a diverse and ►
Yellowstone, an absolute must-see attraction in the region, is the oldest park in the world, the most famous in the country and the second largest in the United States. You can discover the beauty of mountainous landscapes, from rivers to canyons, while admiring the light colors of springs and geysers around which a diverse and varied fauna develops. The park has nearly 67 species for animal lovers, from the largest mammals, such as bison or grizzly bears, to the smallest birds. Another way to find bliss is to step away from the vast network of paved roads and venture into the hundreds of miles of dotted hiking trails that cross the vast Lamar Valley and Yellowstone Grand Canyon flanks. The further inland you go, the more likely you will encounter the animals for which the park is famous.
It is only possible to mention Wyoming by mentioning its national monument: the Devil's Tower. This volcanic peak with solidified basalt 60 million years ago dominates the country at 264 meters. For the record, it was the first national monument classified in 1906 by Theodore Roosevelt, who loved the place. This site will delight young and old with its wooded hills where the Belle Fourche River winds through a pretty little red canyon, its prairie dog colonies and hiking trails.
Another must-see for lovers of large green spaces is the Bighorn mountain range which features peaks rising to more than 3000 meters above sea level that are known to be home to many relics of Indian occupation and are among the most beautiful wild landscapes of Wyoming. Nature and history lovers will appreciate this atypical place where memory and granite mix!
To delve a little deeper into the past and understand its myth, several museums trace the human, cultural and natural history of Wyoming, such as the "Wyoming State Museum" located in Cheyenne, the capital, where you will find dinosaur remains to the traces of the first pioneers while moving from mining to fishing.
There is also Jim Gatchell Museum, which alone has more than 15,000 objects relating to the American West. Enough to enrich your culture and satisfy the most adventurous's curiosity.
Located in the Rocky Mountains of the American West, the city of Jackson, Wyoming, is a must-see destination for nature lovers and adventurers. Nestled near Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Jackson offers many outdoor activities.
Jackson captivates visitors from hiking in the majestic mountains of Grand Teton to rafting on the Snake River to viewing local wildlife and the city's delights. Skiers and snowboarders can enjoy the region's renowned ski areas in winter. Whether you're looking for stunning scenery, thrilling adventures, or an immersion in the culture of the American West, Jackson has everything you need to give you a memorable experience in the Rockies.
At lunchtime, you can enjoy abundant bison burgers and elk meat. In all its forms, you will know how to taste them! Elk meat tastes like a cross between beef and game and is very lean but more tender than game. As an accompaniment, try the fried bread that can be salty or sweet, native to the natives of North America. Prepare your suitcases and calves for you to fly to Wyoming. ◄
