Casper LGBTQ City Guide
Jeff Hammerberg
Founder & President @ GayRealEstate.com | LGBTQ+ Representation Nationwide
Casper is a vibrant, eclectic, friendly Wyoming town that is home to the University of Wyoming. It's a fun college town, and also a city full of abundant natural beauty, plenty of opportunity, and much to see, do and enjoy for residents and visitors alike. It's also home to a thriving LGBTQ community. If you’re thinking of finding your next home in Casper, chances are, you’ll find plenty about it to love!
A Look at Casper’s History
Casper was initially founded when the railroad came through the area in the late 1800s. It was named for nearby Fort Casper and grew quickly after its founding. Casper has a long history of being an "oil boomtown" and plays an important role in the energy industry. Throughout the years, Casper has continued to grow, not only in diversity but also in population, and today is vibrant, and thriving city with plenty of opportunities and much to see and do for all who call it home.
A Few Fun Facts About Casper
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Casper’s LGBTQ Community
Casper is a city with a thriving and diverse LGBTQ community that is supported by various resources, including:
PFLAG Casper is the city’s local chapter of the national PFLAG organization. PFLAG is a national support, education, and advocacy organization for LGBTQ people, as well as their families, friends, and allies. It is the largest grassroots-based family organization of its kind in the country. The stated mission of PFLAG is to help change attitudes and create an environment of understanding so that everyone can live in a world that is safe and inclusive, a mission that it tries to fulfill through support, education, and advocacy.
What's the Weather Like in Casper?
In Casper, residents can expect to experience all four distinct seasons each year. This means cold winters with moderate snowfall and hot, sunny summers, along with mild and pleasant spring and fall seasons. Temperatures typically reach an average high of 88°F in July, and an average low of 15°F in January. Casper gets 13 inches of rain and plenty of snow each year - 70 inches, on average!
Can’t-Miss Events in Casper
If you live in Casper, you won’t want to miss this party. It is the perfect time to get together with friends and allies and celebrate all that the LGBTQ community adds to the greater Casper area. With multiple days of celebration, there’s plenty of fun for all!
The Best Neighborhoods in Casper
If you're considering moving to Casper, you will find that the entire city is very welcoming. Unlike some cities that tend to have one specific “gayborhood,” the LGBTQ community in Casper is sprinkled throughout the city, so there are many neighborhoods that would make wonderful places to call home. Regardless of the neighborhood you choose, it is always advised to contact a Casper gay realtor who knows and loves the community, and who can help you find the perfect home in the ideal neighborhood. The current median list price of homes for sale in Casper is around $280,000.
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Arts and Entertainment
If you want excellence in performing arts, look no further than the Casper Theater Company. Throughout the year this excellent performing arts group offers a wide range of performances in a variety of genres. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a show (or several!) for yourself.
The Tate Geological Museum is a fascinating museum that includes a wide variety of exhibits to entertain and engage visitors – including a full-scale Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton, the first to be discovered in Wyoming, and thought to be over 65 million years old.
Parks and Recreation
Garden Creek Falls is a stunning spot situated at the base of Casper Mountain. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful waterfall, crisp mountain pools, and the nearby 4.5-mile-long Bridle Trail. It's the perfect place to spend a beautiful day in Casper.
Casper's Fremont Canyon is truly a gorgeous spot. Visitors can enjoy incredible scenery, stunning, sheer rock walls, fishing, hiking, paddle boarding, and more. It's truly a perfect slice of Casper's unique natural beauty!
Casper Nightlife
The Gaslight Social is one of the most popular LGBTQ nightspots in Casper. Though not specifically an LGBTQ bar, it is friendly and welcoming to all. It offers a great atmosphere to relax and have fun with old friends – or make some new ones!
If you love craft beer, you'll love Casper. It is well known for its excellent collection of breweries – and there is no shortage to choose from! Many of the breweries offer not only excellent brews but great food options as well.
Contact a Casper Gay Realtor Today
If you're ready to make a move to Casper, at www.gayrealestate.com, we're here to help you take the first step toward finding an agent who knows and loves the community, and who can help you find a home and a neighborhood you'll love. We're proud to have a network of excellent realtors in Casper, and we would love to help connect you with the right one. Contact a Casper gay realtor today for a free, no-obligation consultation!