ENTERTAINMENT

Casper Events Center provides year-round entertainment for up to 10,000 people, 1-800-852-1889.
Gertrude Krampert Theatre at Casper College offers year-round entertainment in one of Wyoming's finest theatres, (307) 268-2365.
Stage II Community Theater's main season is from September to July, (307) 234-0946.
Casper Symphony Orchestra performs throughout the year at various locations, (307) 266-1478.
City Band performs weekly concerts at Washington Park throughout the summer; call (307) 234-5311 for schedule.

Golfing

Three Crowns Golf Course is built on a former Amoco Oil Refinery site in Casper, Wyoming along the North Platte River.  The golf course is built atop a remediation project that will be ongoing.  The whole site is known as the Platte River Commons which will comprise a golf course, business park, jogging trail, and parks, is about 350 acres in total. http://www.threecrownsgolfclub.com

HISTORIC TRAILS EXPEDITIONNS

Travel in beautiful Contestoga wagons, back in time to the 1800's when Casper was the "main street of the Continent."  Photograph wildlife and scenery as you capture the wild West on one of ten expeditions, which range from four hours to five days--for as few as one person or as many as one hundred.  (307) 266-4868, May-October.

HUNTING & FISHING

Casper attracts hunting enthusiasts from around the world.  Whitetail deer, mule deer, antelope, black bear and mountain lions are all found within the confines of Natrona County.  Hunters also have access to elk, moose, wild birds, and  bighorn sheep.
For anglers, Casper offers both lake and stream fishing in abundance.  The North Platte River, Alcova and Pathfinder Lakes boast rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout as well as other game fish.
Call Wyoming Game and Fish Department, (307) 234-9185, for additional information on license applications, maps and restrictions.

MOVIE THEATRES

American Theatre, 119 S. Center, (307) 235-5440
Commonwealth Casper Theatre, 2117 E. 12th, (307) 265-6061
Eastridge Cinema Four, Eastridge Mall, (307) 234-5831
Rialto Theatre, 100 E. 2nd, (307) 237-2416

MUSEUMS

Fort Casper Museum and Historic Site.  Museum features cultural and natural history exhibits of Central Wyoming.  Living history festivals and lectures during summer months.  The museum is open year-round at 4001 Fort Casper Road, (307) 235-8462.   Reconstructed Fort buildings on the original location of Platte Bridge Station open May through September.
Nicolaysen Art Museum.  Presents the work of artists with local, regional, national and international reputations.  The Discovery Center brings individuals into the world of creativity.  Corner of Collins and Kimball, (307) 235-5247.
Planetarium.  Various public shows throughout the year.  Summer programs early June through late August, every night at 8:00 p.m., 904 N Poplar, (307) 577-0310.
Tate Mineralogical Museum.  Located in the Tate Earth Science Center of Casper Mountain Road.  Houses an extensive collection of jade and other minerals found in the Casper area and various Wyoming regions.  (307) 268-2447
Crimson Dawn Museum.  Summer hours only.  1620 Crimson Dawn Road, Casper Mountain.  (307) 234-6821.
Werner Wildlife Museum.  Features Wyoming's diverse wildlife, as well as species from Alaska, Canada and Africa.  405 E. 15th, (307) 235-2108.

SHOPPING CENTERS

Casper contains numerous shopping centers, a mall and downtown shopping area which feature large department stores, specialty shops and a variety of retailers eager to please.  The Eastridge Mall (largest mall in Wyoming) is just steps away.

SUMMER RECREATION SITES

Alcova and Pathfinder Dams.  The lakes appeal to anglers, campers and water enthusiasts who enjoy magnificent scenery and cool water.  Both lakes are served by marinas with pontoon boat rentals at Alcova.  The two lakes are joined by the beautiful Fremont Canyon.
Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park.  Six miles east of Casper, this park has a walking path, river access for fishing, a canoe launch and picnic facilities.
Braille Trail on Casper Mountain.  The Braille Trail, built by Casper Loins Club, allows the sight impaired to experience nature firsthand.  Located near Beartrap Meadow, the Trail is a treat for the sighted as well.
Garden Creek Falls.  At the base of Casper Mountain, in Rotary Park, the falls have picnic areas in a beautiful forest setting, only 15 minutes from downtown.
Community Recreation Center.  The center offers many activities for fun and fitness including a wading pool, basketball, racquetball, tennis, softball, horseshoes, jogging and a weight room. Call (307) 235-8484 for local swimming pool schedules.

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Alpine Skiing.  Hogadon Ski Area sits on top of Casper Mountain, only 11 miles south of Casper.  The ski area has two double chair lifts, a Poma lift on the bunny slope and over 60 acres of groomed trails.  With a variety of runs which appeal to beginner and advanced skiers, Hogadon promises a fun-filled day for visitors.  On-site equipment rental available.  Call for rate and days of operation, (307) 235-8499.
Cross Country Skiing.  For explorers wanting a more rustic outdoor experience, Hogadon and Casper Mountain have miles of groomed cross country ski trails.  This is an excellent opportunity to view wildlife such as mule deer, fox and an occasional elk.
Snowmobiling.  Casper Mountain and the surroundings Medicine Bow National Forest have over 60 miles of groomed snowmobile trails.

WYOMING LOOP TOURS

From Casper, explorers can travel to a number of world renowned sites by following Loop Tours around the state.  Devil's Tower, Thermopolis Hot Springs, and the beauty of the Big Horn Mountains will provide unforgettable sites and give any explorer a true taste of Wyoming.

We can provide the names of recreational booking agents and/or guides for many of the aforementioned activities,
Shilo Inn - Casper
307-237-1335

Casper Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
(307) 234-5362 or (800) 852-1889

Shilo Inn Reservations, call toll-free Nationwide
1-800-222-2244