Get ready to Plan Your Vacation
From their origins as frontier towns with soldiers, sheepherders, cattle barons, renegades, and rustlers, Buffalo and Kaycee, Wyoming, have become welcoming Western towns that deeply touch those who visit. Use our itineraries, resources and guides to plan your perfect trip to Johnson County, Wyoming.
Getting Here
Make your way to Buffalo and Kaycee for an unforgettable Wyoming adventure.
The most popular airports to fly to Buffalo and Kaycee, Wyoming, are the Billings-Logan International Airport and the Rapid City Regional Airport, where many visitors start their journey at Mount Rushmore, stopping in Johnson County, Wyoming, on their way to Tensleep, Wyoming. A full suite of car rental companies is located at both, with the most variety of airlines to choose from.
The closest airport is the Sheridan County Airport, offering affordable, efficient, reliable and safe air service to and from Denver International Airport on United Airlines. Both Avis and Budget rental cars are available in the terminal for convenience. Check early for availability on rental cars. Another option is the Casper-Natrona County International Airport, which offers some rental cars onsite.
Buffalo is one of the most accessible cities in Wyoming with Interstate 90, Interstate 25 and U.S. Highway 16 running through the county. I-90 and I-25 meet just north of downtown Buffalo; while Kaycee is located along I-25 just 45 minutes from Buffalo and 45 minutes north of Casper.
Highway 16 is the most picturesque and safest route from the east to Yellowstone National Park. The highway is designated as the Cloud Peak Scenic Byway from Buffalo through the majestic Bighorn National Forest and Tensleep Canyon.
Travelers Tip: For those venturing through Johnson County to Yellowstone, spend the night in Buffalo to enjoy the scenic drive at the start of the next day.
Events and Stories
Roam like a local
Events
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Lee Martinez Memorial Xtreme Bulls
›: Lee Martinez Memorial Xtreme BullsSATURDAY, MAY 18 Witness some of the most skilled bull riders in the country as they take on the fiercest bulls, competing for the title…
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Chris LeDoux Days
›: Chris LeDoux DaysJUNE 14-15 The 13th annual Chris LeDoux Days will feature a rodeo and musical entertainment.
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Hole in the Wall Tour
›: Hole in the Wall TourSATURDAY, JUNE 22 The annual Hole in the Wall Tour traces the steps of the Outlaw Era.
Stories
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The History of Kaycee, Wyoming
›: The History of Kaycee, WyomingWith incredible views of the Bighorn Mountain Range, Kaycee is rich with history and emerged during some of the wildest of Wyoming’s history…
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Big Adventure Awaits You in the Bighorn Mountains
›: Big Adventure Awaits You in the Bighorn MountainsBig Adventure Awaits You in the Bighorn Mountains Popular Outdoor Adventures to Take on a Buffalo and Kaycee, Wyoming Vacation. When you’re visiting Johnson County, Wyoming, you can’t miss the…
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Our Hidden Cross Country Gems
›: Our Hidden Cross Country GemsWinter is magical in Buffalo, Wyoming; its white wilderness transporting you back to a quieter time. From snow laden forests to rugged mountain vistas, wildlife viewing, countless winter sports, and…