5 Ways to Enjoy the Best of the West. Lusk, WY
Lusk, and the surrounding Niobrara County- Niobrara County boasts the smallest population in America’s least populated state — Don't miss out on its quaint mid-western charm! You’ll feel safe and sound as you explore the vast, wide-open landscape that is rural eastern Wyoming. Here’s how to appreciate Lusk like one of its big-hearted residents. Are you interested in relocating to Lusk, we have plenty to offer in school events, organizations, local events and much more.
1. Hop on the Wyoming Quilt Trail
What began as a way to beautify the area after a devastating flood continues now as an embodiment of Niobrara County’s resilient spirit. It’s also an extension of the folky American Quilt Trail movement that uses wood and metal quilt squares to identify significant landmarks. Visitors will see more than 100 eye-catching, painted “quilt blocks” placed around the greater Lusk landscape: on homes, adorning businesses and decorating garages, fences and barns. Use this map to find them or keep your eyes peeled as you travel.
2. Shop in Lusk’s quaint downtown
There’s no better way to get to know a town like Lusk than to shop where the locals do. Crafters will enjoy ogling all the shimmery, textured and colorful fabrics at Lickety Stitch Quilts. Or, pop into Bloomers, a flower store turned unique boutique, for Western-style home decor and fashionable women’s clothing. Hometown Country, another downtown staple, features all sorts of Wyoming-made products and things you need — from soaps and lotions to cowboy duds. Just remember to wear your cloth mask and practice social distancing when you’re browsing.
3. Stargaze into the great unknown
Wyoming’s dark, wide-ranging skies — coupled with little to no light pollution (another perk of the state’s sparce population) — means you’ll see sparkling stars in Lusk like you never could in a city. Simply stare up into the grand, mysterious universe and behold its glittering orbs, sporadic meteor showers, the shimmering Milky Way and brightly lit planets.
4. Relax at a Lusk city park
Looking for a green place to picnic? Lusk has five city-managed parks offering all sorts of family fun like playgrounds, walking paths,the skateboard park and open fields for running and jumping. Caboose Park, located right on Main Street, has its very own historic train cart. Pick your spot, spread out a blanket and relax for a while as you watch the kiddos play.
Want to stay overnight?
For such a small town, Lusk’s accommodation offerings are bountiful as well. Campers and RV-toting travelers have a number of great choices: BJ’s Campground, Fobaire's RV Park, Lone Pine Campground, Prairieview Campground and 14- 307 Camping! Or, if you’d rather snooze inside, there are five accommodating motel options to choose from — including the Covered Wagon Motel with an eco-friendly Tesla car charger, The Trail motel conveniently located across from the Fairgrounds, the Best Western Pioneer complete with upgraded, modern finishes, the Townhouse Motel with many modern updates and an appealing price point or the Rawhide Motel with its quaint western charms.
WY Responsibly
For tips on traveling mindfully and responsibly through Wyoming’s big, open spaces, visit WY Responsibly. Just remember: Leave natural spaces cleaner than you found them, keep a safe distance from wildlife and respect the health and safety of everyone you encounter by social distancing and wearing a mask.
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