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Official language(s)	English
Demonym	Wyomingite
Capital	Cheyenne
Largest city	Cheyenne
Area	Ranked 10th in the US
Total	97,818 sq mi (253,348 km²)
Width	280 miles (450 km)
Length	360 miles (580 km)
% water	0.7
Latitude	41°N to 45°N
Longitude	104°3'W to 111°3'W
Population	Ranked 50th in the US
Total	532,668 (2008 est.)
Density	5.4/sq mi (2.08/km²) Ranked 49th in the US

Location and size

As specified in the designating legislation for the territory of Wyoming, the state is defined as a geoellipsoidal rectangle bounded by lines of latitude and longitude. Wyoming is only one of three states (along with Colorado and Utah) to have only lines of latitude and longitude for boundaries and that have no natural borders. In reality, due to survey errors during the 19th century, Wyoming's border deviates from the latitude or longitude lines by up to 1/2 mile (.8 km) in some spots, especially in the mountainous region along the 45th parallel. Wyoming is bordered on the north by Montana, on the east by South Dakota and Nebraska, on the south by Colorado, on the southwest by Utah, and on the west by Idaho. It is the tenth largest state in the United States in total area, containing 97,818 square miles (253,348 km²) and is made up of 23 counties. From the north border to the south border it is 276 miles (444 km); and from the east to the west border is 365 miles (587 km) at its south end and 342 miles (550 km) at the north end.

Wyoming Hunting Information - Animals

Wyoming offers tremendous hunting opportunities for big game. Moose Hunting, Elk Hunting, Big horn sheep, Mule Deer Hunting, Whitetail Deer Hunting, Mountain Lion Hunting, Mountain goat, Black Bear Hunting, Pronghorn Antelope hunting, Big Horn Sheep Hunting and more!

Hunting is regulated by the Wyoming Game & Fish Department and requires a Wyoming hunting license. Drawings for permits are held in the spring with varying deadlines depending on the species. Some application deadlines for fall hunting are as early as the January before, so it is important hunters plan well in advance to make sure they get their applications in on time. Hunters must draw a permit to be able to hunt in Wyoming. Local hunting outfitters and guides do not have access to permits for their guests.

Archery Hunting

Archery season typically starts before rifle season in Wyoming. Seasons are available for big game and birds. Season dates vary and are listed in the current Wyoming hunter regulation pamphlet for regulations. Some local outfitters offer guide services for archery hunters.