Lovell: Bighorn Canyon Views and Cultural History

In Lovell, you can weigh landscape and cultural history as distinct priorities when planning your trip. The Bighorn Canyon Visitor Center is located in Lovell at the junction of Highways 14A and 310. It features a relief map, as well as geological, historical, and photographic exhibits about the natural and cultural history of the surrounding area. The map and exhibits offer different perspectives: the relief map provides a sense of the terrain, while the displays explore various topics related to nature and culture. Together, they provide an overview of the landscape and its history.

Lake and Canyon Views at Devil Canyon Overlook

From Devil Canyon Overlook, you can look both north and south along Bighorn Lake. You can also look up Devil Canyon; the canyon meets the lake directly in front of the overlook. The view along the lake and the view into the canyon are two distinct perspectives from the same overlook. To get there, head north from Highway 14A near Lovell onto Highway 37. Check current road conditions before setting out.

Bighorn sheep are often spotted at the overlook, but a sighting during your visit is not guaranteed. For planning purposes, you can consider the overlook for its lake and canyon views, and treat wildlife viewing as a possibility rather than a guaranteed part of your itinerary.

Cultural History on the Two Eagles Interpretive Trail

The Two Eagles Interpretive Trail is an easy 0.25-mile loop. The rating describes the level of difficulty, while the distance indicates the length of the trail. Indigenous peoples have used this site for more than 10,000 years. More than 140 stone circles are located in the area around the trail. Tribal families used the stones to weigh down the edges of tipis.

The trail and its history offer different measures: the loop distance describes a specific route, while its long history of use spans millennia. The stone circles add a concrete example of how the site was used. If you are interested in cultural history, the trail offers both a clear route description and insight into the practical use of the stones.

Theater and Film in Lovell

The nonprofit Hyart Theatre in Lovell was built in 1950 and brings films to Lovell. This brings together two cultural connections: the history of the building and the theater’s contribution to film. This focus differs from the natural and cultural history at the Visitor Center and the long history of use at the Two Eagles Interpretive Trail.

You can distinguish the highlights as you plan your trip: the Visitor Center offers a relief map and exhibits; the overlook features lake and canyon views, with possible wildlife sightings; and the trail combines an easy loop with a long history of use. The Hyart Theatre adds films and the history of a building constructed in 1950 to this selection. This can help you assess Lovell based on which of these different interests matter most during your stay.

Discover more destinations: Greybull.

Return to the main travel overview: Big Horn.