Sundance Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Wyoming Office of Tourism
Photo provided by Wyoming Office of Tourism
Photo provided by Wyoming Office of Tourism

Surrounded by a landscape of wide open ranges, this small town in Wyoming is known for its “Wild West” history, which includes the legendary story of the “Sundance Kid.”

Sundance blends beautiful scenery and an interesting “Wild West” past with a modern community known for its art galleries. The small town was the site where infamous outlaw Harry Longabaugh was captured in 1887, earning the nickname “Sundance Kid” during his imprisonment. Stroll through the town’s historic streets where many of the 19th-century shop fronts have been preserved. See a statue of the Sundance Kid near the courthouse where he was tried. 

Learn about the history of the town at the Crook County Museum and Art Gallery. Walk through the interactive exhibits that explore the area’s past from a Native American holy ground to a frontier trading post. Visit the Vore Buffalo Jump, an archaeological site a short drive northeast of Sundance.

Set in a landscape that includes the rugged Black Hills, Sundance is defined by its wild setting. Hiking and biking trails crisscross through the surrounding area. Climb Bear Lodge Mountain for some of the best views around. Stand atop the ridge and admire Devil’s Tower, a 1,267-foot (386-metre) tall geological formation considered sacred to the Lakota indians. This monolith was the first of America’s national monuments and today attracts mountain climbers from all over the world. You don’t have to climb Devil’s Tower to enjoy its beautiful setting, however. There’s a 1.3-mile (2-kilometre) hiking trail at the base of the monument, which is 27 miles (43 kilometres) northwest of Sundance. 

Enjoy more of the area’s stunning natural beauty while fishing, swimming or boating at Keyhole Reservoir, located 15 miles (24 kilometres) west of Sundance, near the Keyhole State Park.

Sundance is located in the northeast corner of Wyoming and is conveniently situated along Interstate 90. Getting around by car is easy. Casper-Natrona County International Airport is located in Casper, Wyoming’s second largest city, which is three hours south of Sundance. Although the population of Sundance is no greater than 2,000, you’ll find plenty of accommodation in motels and inns.

Serena Inn & Suites - Sundance

Serena Inn & Suites - Sundance

2.5 out of 5
2719 E Cleveland Street, Sundance, WY
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sundance. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (988 reviews)
"For a last minute, desperate for a place to stay, we hit the jackpot. The property is older and some stuff is out of date but the pool was nice and the clerk was super friendly and the room was really spacious."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Serena Inn & Suites - Sundance
Arrowhead Motel

Arrowhead Motel

2 out of 5
214 East Cleveland Street, Sundance, WY
The price is Rp1.469.657 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
Rp1.469.657
Rp1.646.016 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Sundance. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (804 reviews)
"More elerical recepticals would be useful."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Arrowhead Motel
Bear Lodge Motel

Bear Lodge Motel

2 out of 5
218 E Cleveland St, Sundance, WY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.608.938 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
Rp1.608.938
Rp1.801.978 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf motel in Sundance. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (572 reviews)
"Great place. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Bear Lodge Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Spearfish Cottages

Spearfish Cottages

3.5 out of 5
514 W Mason St, Spearfish, SD
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Spearfish. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (503 reviews)
Perfect, cabin as advertised
"Cabins are affordable and comfortable. Two rooms in #4, a bedroom and a sitting area with a kitchen that had dishes and olive oil. Quiet area, walking distance to a couple cute local restaurants. We stayed here as an overnight pass through, but I’d use it as a base camp to explore the area in the ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Spearfish Cottages
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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