Big Horn County, Wyoming
Big Horn County sits in northern Wyoming, where wide-open plains meet rugged mountain ranges. The towering Bighorn Mountains dominate the scenery, attracting hikers, campers, and outdoor lovers looking for a taste of the wild.
Fossils are a major part of the area’s story. In some places, you can even follow dinosaur tracks preserved in the ancient landscape. Agriculture remains central to the local economy, with fields of sugar beets, barley, and other crops stretching across the plains.
The Wind River flows through the southern part of the county, offering great opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and enjoying the outdoors. Big Horn County has that classic Wyoming feel—wide, rugged, peaceful, and wonderfully untamed.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Big Horn County |
| County Seat | Basin |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Basin, Greybull, Lovell, Byron, Cowley, Deaver, Manderson |
| Interstates and Highways | US-14, US-310, WY-789 |
| Etymology | Named after the Big Horn Mountains, a mountain range extending into northern Wyoming |
| FIPS Code | 56-003 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 3,159 sq mi (Land: 3,137 sq mi; Water: 22 sq mi) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 44.5271° N, 108.1570° W |
| Major Landmarks | Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area, Medicine Wheel, Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Park County (West), Carbon County, Montana (Northwest), Big Horn County, Montana (Northeast), Sheridan County (East), Johnson County (Southeast), Washakie County (South) |
| Population | Approximately 11,000 |
