Big Horn County Map, Wyoming

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Big Horn County, Wyoming

Big Horn County is on the northern edge of Wyoming. It’s a land of contrasts. Vast plains suddenly give way to towering mountains. The Big Horn Mountains dominate the landscape, drawing in hikers and campers from all over.
Fossils are a big deal here. You can literally walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs at some sites. Farming is the backbone of the local economy. Sugar beets and barley fields are common.
The Wind River cuts through the southern part of the county. It’s a kayaker’s paradise. Big Horn County feels like the real Wyoming. It’s wild and free.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Big Horn County |
County Seat | Basin |
Population | Approximately 11,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Basin, Greybull, Lovell, Byron, Cowley, Deaver, Manderson |
Interstates and Highways | US-14, US-310, WY-789 |
FIPS Code | 56-003 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 3,159 sq mi (Land: 3,137 sq mi; Water: 22 sq mi) |
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) |
Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
State | Wyoming |
Coordinates | 44.5271° N, 108.1570° W |
Etymology | Named after the Big Horn Mountains, a mountain range extending into northern Wyoming |
Major Landmarks | Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area, Medicine Wheel, Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range |
Website | Big Horn County Website |
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