Wyoming is such a beautiful state. While our high mountain prairie and grasslands are quite a sight to behold, it's no secret that the mountains are what call to most of us. Explore three of the most scenic ranges in the state - the Tetons, the Absarokas, and the Big Horns - on this 3-day road trip in Wyoming:

Looking for the ultimate mountain adventure trip that showcases the best of northern Wyoming? Look no further than this weekend road trip in Wyoming!

Your trip starts off in the incomparable Jackson Hole Valley.

The town of Jackson is in the heart of the valley, and Grand Teton National Park is several miles north of town. You'll also find Teton Village, the National Elk Refuge, the National Museum of Wildlife Art, and countless shops and restaurants around. It's a hard place to leave, but your trip is just beginning!

Spend time in the Teton Range, hiking through Grand Teton National Park, or stopping at the many pullouts to stare in awe at vistas that are unlike any other spot on the planet.

Make sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. These sights are so stunning, you'll never want to leave!

If you take your time traveling through the park, you can see lots of wildlife. Moose, elk, black bears, grizzly bears, bighorn sheep, and pika are plentiful in the Teton area!

If you're lucky, you might even be able to snap a few photographs.

It's time to head north, though, and to continue your first day of the trip by heading up to Yellowstone National Park.

While "rushing" through the park is never really recommended, you can still see plenty of geyser basins, thermal features, and unique sights as you make your way up to your second mountain range of the day.

Be sure to stop in the Canyon area! The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is a remarkable, memorable natural wonder.

There are lots of places to camp overnight in Yellowstone, but the Canyon campground is enormous and centrally located.

Yellowstone is one of the best places on the planet to watch for wildlife. You'll travel through the Hayden Valley and Lamar Valley, so look for bears, bison, elk, and if you're lucky, wolves!

After spending the night in Yellowstone, let's begin day two! As you make your way out of the park, congratulations, you've made it to your second mountain range! The Absarokas (pronounced ab-sor-kas, or ab-sork-kees, depending on who you ask) start to rise out of the Earth around you. Welcome to the Beartooth Highway.

The Beartooth Highway is one of the most magical drives on Earth! You can take it all the way to Red Lodge, Montana, but on this trip, it's just a short stretch of winding, scenic road until you turn off to head south, down the Chief Joseph Scenic Byway.

The Chief Joseph Scenic Byway takes you down from the Absorkas into the Bighorn Basin, where you'll find a bunch of small towns and plenty of beautiful sights.

The highlight of this drive is the switchbacked route up to Dead Indian Pass. You'll be driving through the Open Range, so watch out for cowboys and cattle as you make your way up the steep incline.

From the top, take in the view and learn about the heroic efforts of Chief Joseph, who did all he could to save his tribe from unwarranted aggression and destruction.

By the end of your beautiful drive, you'll make it to Cody. This charming, hokey frontier town is packed with famous restaurants, shops, and history. If you get here on time, you can watch a Western shootout in front of the Irma Hotel!

The Irma Hotel building dates back to 1902, and it will make you feel like you've stepped back in time. It attracts visitors from all over the world!

After you spend the night in Cody (and maybe some of the day, too), it's time to head out for your third mountain range in three days - the Big Horns!

Bighorn National Forest stretches for over 1.1 million acres in north-central Wyoming. Many towns in the foothills make for great stops, depending on the route you choose to travel!

Stop in at a Ranger Station to find out current trail conditions, and get a recommendation for your time limit and hiking skills. The trail conditions do change throughout the season, so it's important to get up-to-date details from the Forest Service. Or, from a service like AllTrails+.

Finally, at the end of your three-day road trip, you'll roll into Sheridan. This idyllic western town is a wonderful spot to spend a few more days or use as a resting spot before heading back home.

Sheridan, Wyoming is also home to some of the best eateries in the state. Chow down on scrumptious home-cooked meals before making your way back home. You'll leave feeling full and happy.

Don't you just love Wyoming's mountain scenery? We can never get enough of it! What do you think of this 3-day road trip in Wyoming? Have you been to any of these places? If you know another hidden gem we should write about, nominate it for a chance to be featured!

Are you looking for more of the best road trips in Wyoming? Check out these exciting Wyoming road trips. From delicious foodie journeys to nature-filled outings, these itineraries are certain to spark your sense of adventure. Pack up the car or rent an RV from RVShare to enjoy the open road.

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