There are many strange and interesting things to see along the roads in Wyoming that are sure to make any car trip memorable. Here is a list of ten of the strangest and most interesting places to visit:
1. The Fossil Cabin
Ripley’s Believe It Or Not says this cabin is the “oldest cabin in the world” because it was built completely out of 26,000 dinosaur bones and is located near Medicine Bow. Because it was built in 1933, it is a unique reminder of Wyoming’s ancient past.
2. Largest Jackalope in the World
In Douglas, Wyoming, there is a figure of the mythical jackalope, which is a cross between a jackrabbit and an antelope. It is 8 feet tall. You can find this funny animal at Jackalope Square. It has become an emblem of the state.
3. Smith’s House
This strange five-story log building near Cody took 12 years to build by engineer Francis Lee Smith. It’s a must-see curiosity because of its strange shape and sad past (Smith died while working on it).
4. Hell’s Half Acre
West of Casper, this strange scenery of deep gorges and burnt-red rock formations looks like it’s from another world. There were even scenes from Starship Troopers filmed there.
5. Town of Buford PhinDeli
Buford is known as the smallest town in America because it only has one person living in it. In 2013, the town was famously sold at auction and given a new name based on a Vietnamese coffee brand.
6. The biggest elkhorn arch in the world
This huge arch in Afton crosses a road 75 feet wide and is made of more than 3,000 elk antlers, which weigh more than 15 tonnes.
7. Outlaw Hideout with a Hole in the Wall
Famous criminals like Butch Cassidy and Jesse James used to hide out in this remote area of Kaycee. Today, people can go to Willow Creek Ranch and enjoy its rough beauty.
8. Petroglyph Site at Castle Gardens
This site, which is east of Riverton, has sandstone formations that look like castle turrets and ancient Native American petroglyphs. It is a mix of natural beauty and historical importance.
9. Statue of a Boy
A strange figure of the Big Boy restaurant’s mascot stands next to Cody. It’s a strange sight along the highway; it was brought from California by a local artist.
10. The metal sculptures by Mel Gould
Mel Gould’s yard near I-80 has funny metal statues that were made with a lot of care. This interesting stop is dog-friendly and has lots of places to take pictures.
These places show off Wyoming’s quirky and charming side, making them great stops for tourists looking for something different.
