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Brilliant sunsets and spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains characterize Cheyenne. Visitors to the city can tour Wyoming’s state capitol or visit the Wyoming State Museum. Another popular attraction is the Old West Museum in Frontier Park. Due to its many walking and hiking paths, the National Park Service named the city "Trail Town USA." Surrounded by wind farms, Cheyenne is one of the leading energy producers in the country. F.E. Warren Air Force Base, one of the oldest active Army Installations in the United States, continues to thrive here.

Key facts

Its location at the junction of I25 and I80, two major interstate highways, makes it highly accessible from anywhere in the United States. Fort Collins, Colorado, is only about 50 miles to the south of the city. A favorite mode of transportation to be found in Cheyenne is taking a ride in a horse-drawn buggy though city buses provide more convenient but less traditional conveyance.

Hints and tips

Even though the winters are cold, long and dry, summers are mild and pleasant with temperatures averaging in the 70s. Numerous restaurants offer casual and formal dining with a western flair. While you’re there, try a buffalo burger. The annual Cheyenne Frontier Days, held in late July, features a rodeo and several parades over a 10-day period.