Lakeview Cemetery, cemetery in Cheyenne, Wyoming
Lakeview Cemetery lies north of downtown Cheyenne, its grid of family plots and curving lanes set among blue spruce, cottonwood and native grass. Headstones range from plain granite slabs of the 1870s to carved limestone obelisks and later flat markers, with several fenced family enclosures and a soldiers' section of uniform white stones.
Lakeview Cemetery was laid out in 1878 on land east of Cheyenne, replacing the earlier city cemetery as the town's main burial ground. Among the graves are those of settlers and civic figures from the late 19th century, and the grounds were later landscaped with tree-lined drives. Sections set aside for fraternal orders and veterans reflect how the cemetery grew with the city.
The cemetery is accessible by foot with pathways throughout the grounds connecting different sections. Visitors should dress appropriately for outdoor conditions and move at a respectful pace while exploring.
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