Explore Worland

Worland is your ideal basecamp. Wake to the sunrise over the river, spend your day exploring trails or casting lines, then enjoy a cozy evening in town. Authentic, and surrounded by wild beauty, the spirit of Wyoming is at home here.

Fishing & River Recreation
The easily accessed Big Horn River offers blue-ribbon trout fishing right through town. Anglers love the gentle flows and plentiful brown and rainbow trout ideal for a morning cast before breakfast.

Hiking & Camping Nearby
Just a stone’s throw away, the northern Bighorn Mountains and Bighorn National Forest unfold with miles of trails, alpine meadows, forested slopes, and wildlife watching opportunities. The Worland area brims with scenic campgrounds—whether you prefer riverside solitude or a family-friendly RV park .

Scenic Drives & Outdoor Fun
Explore the winding roads through foothills and canyons, or take a short drive to Hot Springs State Park or Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area. These are perfect spots for hiking, soaking, sightseeing, or picnicking against dramatic backdrops .

Community & Local Flavor
With around 4,800 residents, Worland welcomes you with warm community spirit and pride. Dive into local history at the Washakie Museum, see the restored Worland Ranch historic site, or admire the charming early-1900s Worland House. Local eateries, parks, and coffee shops, or a drink at one of the local watering holes make for relaxing après-adventure spots.

Explore the Natural and Cultural History

Worland offers visitors a rich introduction to Wyoming’s natural and cultural history. Explore the Washakie Museum & Cultural Center, with exhibits on geology, Ice Age fossils, and Indigenous heritage, or visit the nearby Colby Mammoth Site, where mammoth bones and ancient tools tell the story of early human life in the region. Surrounded by fossil-rich badlands, scenic drives, and wide-open landscapes, Worland is a perfect base for discovering the deep past of the Bighorn Basin.