Sundance

Sundance is the county seat in Crook County, Wyoming, situated at the base of the Bear Lodge Mountains. The town serves as the administrative center for the county and sits at a higher elevation.

The town was established in 1875 as a trading post serving travelers and settlers moving through the region. Its name comes from Native American Sun Dance ceremonies that gave the area its cultural roots.

The town takes its name from Native American Sun Dance ceremonies that were once held in this region. This connection to the original inhabitants remains part of the local identity and story.

The town sits along US Route 14 and Wyoming Highway 585, which also lead to the nearby Devils Tower National Monument. Visitors can use it as a base for exploring the natural attractions scattered throughout the surrounding area.

Harry Longabaugh, known as the Sundance Kid, was jailed here in 1887 in what became his only time in prison. The infamous outlaw passed through the town before becoming one of the Wild West's most famous figures.

Location: Crook County

Elevation above the sea: 1,444 m

Website: http://cityofsundancewy.com

GPS coordinates: 44.40528,-104.37222

Latest update: December 13, 2025 21:22