The Bighorn Canyon Visitor Center is located in Lovell at the junction of Highways 14A and 310. At Devil Canyon Overlook, you can take in views of Bighorn Lake and the canyon. The site of the Two Eagles Interpretive Trail also represents a history of Indigenous use spanning more than 10,000 years. This offers different points of focus for planning your visit: exhibits, views, or a trail with cultural and historical significance.

Natural and Cultural History at the Visitor Center

At the Bighorn Canyon Visitor Center, a relief map and geological, historical, and photographic exhibits bring together the natural and cultural history of the surrounding area. The map provides a spatial perspective on the subject; geological exhibits focus on the landscape, while historical and photographic content adds cultural perspectives. This offers a different starting point from simply looking at the canyon: here, the natural and cultural history of the area are treated as interconnected topics. For travelers who want to understand the region’s context before taking in the view, this mix provides a clear focus.

Views from Devil Canyon Overlook

From Devil Canyon Overlook, you can look both north and south along Bighorn Lake. You can also look up Devil Canyon, which empties into the lake just in front of the overlook. To get there, turn north from Highway 14A onto Highway 37 near Lovell. Check current road conditions before setting out. Bighorn sheep are often spotted at the overlook, but sightings are not guaranteed.

A Short Loop Trail with a Long History

The Two Eagles Interpretive Trail is an easy 0.25-mile loop. The short trail covers a very long span of time: Indigenous peoples have used this site for more than 10,000 years. More than 140 stone circles lie in the area around the trail. Families from Indigenous tribes used the stones to weigh down the edges of their tipis. These details describe two different aspects of the history: the more than 10,000 years refer to use of the site, while the stone circles show a specific practical use of the stones. This means you can assess the walk not only by its distance but also by its cultural and historical significance.

Film and Building History in Lovell

Another cultural highlight is the nonprofit Hyart Theatre in Lovell. The building was constructed in 1950, and the theater brings movies to Lovell. It combines the history of a historic building with an ongoing film program. The contrast with the Two Eagles Interpretive Trail is clear when choosing between cultural interests: the trail focuses on Indigenous history and stone circles, while the Hyart Theatre offers a different perspective through film and building history.

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