Thermopolis Wyoming Tourism

Nestled among the foothills of the Owl Creek Mountains and resting beside the Big Horn River lies Thermopolis, Wyoming. It is renowned for its World’s Largest Mineral Hot Spring and beautiful surroundings. The Big Horn Springs are located throughout Hot Springs County.

In Thermopolis (Greek for “Hot City”) the scalding water comes from the Big Spring, which is located in Hot Springs State Park. From this turquoise and green spring, the water flows into cooling ponds at a temperature of 127 degrees. The cooler water then runs over rainbow-hued mineral terraces into swimming pools and jacuzzis and into the Big Horn River.

Some geologists think the underground formation that supplies the 3.6 million-gallon per day mineral laden spring may be the same one that provides the wonders of Yellowstone National Park. The water from these springs has healing qualities. There are at least 27 different minerals in the water making it very healthful to drink. Two pools feature indoor and outdoor pools and water slides, as well as jacuzzi tubs and tanning decks.

After you have enjoyed the waters, you can drive through Hot Springs State Park and see bison roam within the 1,000 acres of Hot Springs State Park. The Wyoming Dinosaur Center and Dig Sites provides a unique opportunity to discover this prehistoric world. Hot Springs County Historical Museum takes you on a journey to the earliest settlers in the county.

Twenty one miles northwest of Thermopolis is the most impressive petroglyphs display in Wyoming. The Legend Rock Petroglyphs are the work of three different prehistoric cultural groups spanning from 500 AD to the 19th Century. See this unique artwork on hundreds of yards of sandstone cliffs containing at least 283 pictures on 92 rock panels.

For a taste of the Old West, saddle up for the Outlaw Trail Ride. Every year the Outlaw Trail Ride traces routes between the famous outlaw hideout, the Hole-In-The-Wall and Thermopolis. The sports enthusiast will find elk, deer, antelope, moose, bighorn sheep, small game and bird hunting. You will enjoy hiking, taking photo safaris, rock hunting and animal watching. Thermopolis offers a beautiful nine-hole golf course that is open to public play.

For recreation and family fun, Thermopolis is a year-round haven. For more information, please contact the Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce.

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