Basin Travel Guide

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Nestled in the heart of the Big Horn Basin, the town of Basin, Wyoming offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and historic charm. Surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Bighorn Mountains and the Shoshone River, Basin is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Whether you're an avid hiker, angler, or simply seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, Basin has something to offer for everyone.

For those with a passion for history, Basin is home to the historic Basin Old Hotel, which dates back to the early 1900s and has been lovingly restored to its former glory. History buffs can also explore the Basin City Historic District, which boasts a collection of well-preserved buildings that offer a glimpse into the town's past.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to do in Basin, with the nearby Bighorn National Forest offering miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, as well as opportunities for fishing, camping, and wildlife viewing. The nearby Shoshone National Forest also provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, with its pristine lakes and rugged terrain.

For those seeking a taste of local culture, Basin hosts an annual rodeo that showcases the town's cowboy heritage and western spirit. Visitors can also explore the local art galleries and boutiques, which offer a range of unique and handmade treasures.

Alternative names: Population: 1.3 thous.Area: 2.42 mi²Elevation: 3868 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 44°22'52"N, 108°2'20"W

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Basin Attractions - What to See and Explore

Basin offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Basin Republican-Rustler Printing Building, Big Horn County Library System, United States Post Office. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

44°22'51"N • 108°2'20"W
Basin Republican-Rustler Printing Building
The Basin Republican-Rustler Printing Building is a historic newspaper printing building located at 409 West C Street in Basin, Wyoming. The building was used to print the Basin Republican-Rustler, Basin's weekly newspaper. The Republican-Rustler formed from the merger of two newspapers, the Rustler and the Republican.
44°22'52"N • 108°2'28"W
Big Horn County Library System
Library
44°22'53"N • 108°2'20"W
United States Post Office
The Basin Main Post Office in Basin, Wyoming was built in 1919 as part of a facilities improvement program by the United States Post Office Department.

Day trips

Basin – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Basin, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Shell Falls (Bighorn National Forest), Hyart Theater (Lovell), Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area (Lovell).

25 milesNE
Natural attraction, Waterfall, Park
Shell Falls, Bighorn National Forest
Shell Falls is a waterfall in the Bighorn National Forest on Shell Creek, about halfway down Shell Canyon, and a few miles upstream from the town of Shell in northeast Wyoming. The falls are 120 feet in height and tumble over basement rock of granite.
36 milesNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Hyart Theater, Lovell
The Hyart Theater was built in Lovell, Wyoming, by Hyrum "Hy" Bischoff in 1950. It is a rare Wyoming example of a cinema from the early 1950s. The building is notable for the turquoise-colored metal lattice screen that covers a pink metal facade, as well as for its tall neon pylon sign.
36 milesNW
44°50'14"N • 108°22'41"W
Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area, Lovell
Natural attraction, National park, Park
31 milesN
Memorial
Medicine wheel, Bighorn National Forest
To some indigenous peoples of North America, the medicine wheel is a metaphor for a variety of spiritual concepts. A medicine wheel may also be a stone monument that illustrates this metaphor.
31 milesN
Memorial, Archaeological site
Medicine Wheel/Medicine Mountain National Historic Landmark, Bighorn National Forest
The Medicine Wheel/Medicine Mountain National Historic Landmark is a medicine wheel located in the Bighorn National Forest, in the U.S. state of Wyoming. The Medicine Wheel at Medicine Mountain is a large stone structure made of local white limestone laid upon a bedrock of limestone.