Byron, WY

Tucked into northern Wyoming’s Bighorn Basin, Byron is a quiet rural community of around 550 people along the Shoshone River. Surrounded by open farmland and rolling hills, it offers plenty of elbow room alongside easy access to outdoor recreation around Bighorn Canyon. The town was founded in 1900 by pioneers who carved out irrigation canals, transforming the dry high plains into the green farming valley you see today.

Daily life here moves at a relaxed pace, centered around a close-knit community and a proud local history. You will find neighbors catching up at the post office, exploring pioneer roots at the Byron Museum, or celebrating together during Byron Days each July at Jones Park. With neighboring towns like Lovell and Powell just a short drive away for everyday errands, Byron provides a quiet, friendly home base in the heart of Big Horn County.