Dawnitelle's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Thermopolis is truly a gem with so many beautiful and original views and fun and adventurous things to do. Hope this guide helps you make the most of your visit here.
Go for a walk, have a picnic, fish in the river, take kids to the play places, feed the fish in the ponds, see the big spring, walk the terraces and swinging bridge. Drive through the buffalo pasture. Read about the hot Spring, mineral water and terraces on signs throughout the park. Hike up the backside of the hill that reads world’s largest hot mineral springs.
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Hot Springs State Park
220 Park StGo for a walk, have a picnic, fish in the river, take kids to the play places, feed the fish in the ponds, see the big spring, walk the terraces and swinging bridge. Drive through the buffalo pasture. Read about the hot Spring, mineral water and terraces on signs throughout the park. Hike up the backside of the hill that reads world’s largest hot mineral springs.
Enjoy a stunningly beautiful drive. Stop and take pictures in the pullouts and soak in the beauty.
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Wind River Canyon
Enjoy a stunningly beautiful drive. Stop and take pictures in the pullouts and soak in the beauty.
A definite highlight and recommendation in are area! I worked for this company for about seven seasons and seeing the canyon from the raft never gets old! Not to mention how fun the whitewater is! And the fishing is world class!
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Wind River Canyon Whitewater & Fly Fishing
210 U.S. 20A definite highlight and recommendation in are area! I worked for this company for about seven seasons and seeing the canyon from the raft never gets old! Not to mention how fun the whitewater is! And the fishing is world class!
Check out the dam that feeds the big horn river. Swim, fish and boat in the summer or icefish in the winter. Fun beautiful lake!
Boysen Reservoir
Check out the dam that feeds the big horn river. Swim, fish and boat in the summer or icefish in the winter. Fun beautiful lake!
Great hiking trail and beautiful view of the area from up top. You can’t miss it...you’ll recognize the big T on the hill.
T Hill
Great hiking trail and beautiful view of the area from up top. You can’t miss it...you’ll recognize the big T on the hill.
This is a fun hill to hike with a great view up top. There is even a guest book in a box at the top for travelers to sign and a rock tower for you to place your rock on. There are stairs and a trail on the back side of the hill. You will enter the buffalo pasture area to get to the back side of the hill.
Monument Hill
This is a fun hill to hike with a great view up top. There is even a guest book in a box at the top for travelers to sign and a rock tower for you to place your rock on. There are stairs and a trail on the back side of the hill. You will enter the buffalo pasture area to get to the back side of the hill.
The Bighorn river starts after the wind river canyon. There is a place called wedding of the waters that I have in my guidebook as well. It signifies the name change after it has left the Wind River Indian Reservation. The bighorn river is beautiful! Sit by the river and enjoy the peaceful views, float in it with tubes, kayaks, canoes, rafts or boats. There are places in town you can rent floating devices or pay to have someone take you floating. Great fishing spots all year round up and down the river. There are plenty of game and fish areas and lots of boat ramps to enter or exit along the river. If your looking for a long and beautiful float start at wedding of the waters and float to the state parks boat ramp. If you want something a little shorter their is a boat ramp at 8th street bridge (not too far down the road from McDonald's) Start there and float to the State Park boat ramp. Whatever way you choose to enjoy this beautiful river you won't be disappointed!
Bighorn River
The Bighorn river starts after the wind river canyon. There is a place called wedding of the waters that I have in my guidebook as well. It signifies the name change after it has left the Wind River Indian Reservation. The bighorn river is beautiful! Sit by the river and enjoy the peaceful views, float in it with tubes, kayaks, canoes, rafts or boats. There are places in town you can rent floating devices or pay to have someone take you floating. Great fishing spots all year round up and down the river. There are plenty of game and fish areas and lots of boat ramps to enter or exit along the river. If your looking for a long and beautiful float start at wedding of the waters and float to the state parks boat ramp. If you want something a little shorter their is a boat ramp at 8th street bridge (not too far down the road from McDonald's) Start there and float to the State Park boat ramp. Whatever way you choose to enjoy this beautiful river you won't be disappointed!
Get a chance to view these majestic beasts. Take a drive through the buffalo pasture and see them grazing and enjoying their peaceful lives. Take some photos but remember not to get out of your car and try to approach them. They can get very protective especially if they have babies.
Buffalo Pasture
Pasture RoadGet a chance to view these majestic beasts. Take a drive through the buffalo pasture and see them grazing and enjoying their peaceful lives. Take some photos but remember not to get out of your car and try to approach them. They can get very protective especially if they have babies.
Swinging bridge is a favorite! Scare your loved ones by jumping side to side while they are on it to give it some extra swing. You get a beautiful view of the hot springs terraces from the other side. Even at night it is fun with all the beautiful lights strung. Park near the big spring and then walk the terraces path to get to it.
Swinging Bridge
Big Springs DriveSwinging bridge is a favorite! Scare your loved ones by jumping side to side while they are on it to give it some extra swing. You get a beautiful view of the hot springs terraces from the other side. Even at night it is fun with all the beautiful lights strung. Park near the big spring and then walk the terraces path to get to it.
See the spot where the Hot Mineral Spring water bubbles to the surface. Read some fun facts and interesting things. Highly recommend walking the terraces and the swinging bridge while you are here as well.
The Big Spring
Big Springs DriveSee the spot where the Hot Mineral Spring water bubbles to the surface. Read some fun facts and interesting things. Highly recommend walking the terraces and the swinging bridge while you are here as well.
Stop in at the chamber of commerce for some extra info on the area. If you want to see the petroglyphs you will need to get a key from the chamber first.
Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce
220 Park StStop in at the chamber of commerce for some extra info on the area. If you want to see the petroglyphs you will need to get a key from the chamber first.
This little spot goes unnoticed by many but it is one of my favorite little spots. See and take pictures of some neat looking rock formations. Walk down some staircases to view the river and a small steamy cave that has some mineral water running out of it. If you get lucky you might see the green eyed monster bubble up out of the river here. Pretty cool if you actually get to see it. the place is nick named by locals as Green Eye because of it.
White Sulpher Road
White Sulpher RoadThis little spot goes unnoticed by many but it is one of my favorite little spots. See and take pictures of some neat looking rock formations. Walk down some staircases to view the river and a small steamy cave that has some mineral water running out of it. If you get lucky you might see the green eyed monster bubble up out of the river here. Pretty cool if you actually get to see it. the place is nick named by locals as Green Eye because of it.
Swimming or soaking
Swim or soak in the hot Springs at the free state bathhouse or in one of the two privately owned public pools.
The state bathhouse allows you to come and soak in the hot mineral water for free. With a 20 minute time limit.
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Hot Springs State Park
220 Park StThe state bathhouse allows you to come and soak in the hot mineral water for free. With a 20 minute time limit.
This is the pool my family and I swim at. Can never get enough! Indoor and outdoor hot mineral pools. Hot tubs both inside and outside, that have water propelled jets. Kiddie pool, Indoor cedar wood, hot mineral steam room, dry sauna. Indoor slide open all year, large outdoor cold water slide open in summer. Open 9am-9pm 7 days a week. Pay once, sign the book and you can come and go as much as you want throughout the day.
Tepee Pools
144 Tepee StThis is the pool my family and I swim at. Can never get enough! Indoor and outdoor hot mineral pools. Hot tubs both inside and outside, that have water propelled jets. Kiddie pool, Indoor cedar wood, hot mineral steam room, dry sauna. Indoor slide open all year, large outdoor cold water slide open in summer. Open 9am-9pm 7 days a week. Pay once, sign the book and you can come and go as much as you want throughout the day.
Indoor and outdoor hot mineral pools. Hot tubs both inside and outside, that have air propelled jets. Kiddie pool, Indoor hot mineral steam room, dry sauna. Indoor slide open all year, large outdoor cold water slide open in summer. Open 9am-9pm 7 days a week. Pay once, get a hand stamp and you can come and go as much as you want throughout the day.
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The Star Plunge
115 Big Springs DriveIndoor and outdoor hot mineral pools. Hot tubs both inside and outside, that have air propelled jets. Kiddie pool, Indoor hot mineral steam room, dry sauna. Indoor slide open all year, large outdoor cold water slide open in summer. Open 9am-9pm 7 days a week. Pay once, get a hand stamp and you can come and go as much as you want throughout the day.
This is a local favorite. Walk the path where the mineral water falls from the terraces to meet the river. Wade and swim in the area. Look for fish, turtles and wildlife. Just remember to stay off of the terraces. People climbing on them ruins and breaks them down. We want them to be around to enjoy for many many years to come. There are also nice picnic areas, parks and walking paths all around. If your floating use the nice boat ramp for loading or unloading.
Hot Springs State Park Headquaters
051 US-20This is a local favorite. Walk the path where the mineral water falls from the terraces to meet the river. Wade and swim in the area. Look for fish, turtles and wildlife. Just remember to stay off of the terraces. People climbing on them ruins and breaks them down. We want them to be around to enjoy for many many years to come. There are also nice picnic areas, parks and walking paths all around. If your floating use the nice boat ramp for loading or unloading.
This boat ramp and parking area is located just after or before the wind river canyon. Great spot to start a float down the river or enjoy some fishing.
Wedding of the Waters River Access
400 US-20This boat ramp and parking area is located just after or before the wind river canyon. Great spot to start a float down the river or enjoy some fishing.
History
Museums and petroglyphs
Learn about the history of hot springs county and see some cool things
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Hot Springs Historical Museum
700 Broadway StLearn about the history of hot springs county and see some cool things
Learn about the geography of the area, see some awesome dinosaur displays and visit the dig site where they discovered the dinosaurs bones.
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Wyoming Dinosaur Center
110 Carter Ranch RdLearn about the geography of the area, see some awesome dinosaur displays and visit the dig site where they discovered the dinosaurs bones.
Visit the ancient petroglyphs. First stop at the chamber of commerce to get directions, map and keys. The building is on your left just before you enter the Hot Springs State Park.
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Legend Rock State Petroglyph Site
2861 West Cottonwood RoadVisit the ancient petroglyphs. First stop at the chamber of commerce to get directions, map and keys. The building is on your left just before you enter the Hot Springs State Park.
Food scene
Restaurants and grocery stores I recommend.
Great place to buy a unique gift, shop for any natural or organic foods or products. And the crow bar has great smoothies, soups, salads and wraps.
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Nature's Corner Featuring The Crow Bar
530 Broadway StGreat place to buy a unique gift, shop for any natural or organic foods or products. And the crow bar has great smoothies, soups, salads and wraps.
Great place and a favorite to many. Stop in for a tasty burger, with the choice of buffalo or beef. Lots of other good food options as well. My husband's favorite is the one eyed burger made with buffalo.
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One-Eyed Buffalo Brewing Co Inc
528 Broadway StGreat place and a favorite to many. Stop in for a tasty burger, with the choice of buffalo or beef. Lots of other good food options as well. My husband's favorite is the one eyed burger made with buffalo.
Great place for some baked goods and menu items. Shop a large variety of local artists and crafts.
Kirby Creek Mercantile
535 Broadway StGreat place for some baked goods and menu items. Shop a large variety of local artists and crafts.
Delicious ice cream, treats, food and drinks! They also have a mini golf course that is fun!
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Dairyland Ice Cream & Sweet Spot Mini Golf
510 Park StDelicious ice cream, treats, food and drinks! They also have a mini golf course that is fun!
Black Bear Cafe
111 N 5th StGood food including breakfast foods as well.
Great place to grab a tea, coffee or other beverages. Some really fun gifts and shopping as well. Fun place to make a stop in.
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Storyteller and Jackrabbit Java
524 Broadway StGreat place to grab a tea, coffee or other beverages. Some really fun gifts and shopping as well. Fun place to make a stop in.
Mack's Market
600 S 6th StLocal grocery store. Good options and variety, especially for our small town.
Enjoy some delicious and authentic Thai food. Large menu with lots of options. Eat in or order some take out. I enjoy cultural cuisine so this is one of my favorites.
Bangkok Thai
512 Broadway StEnjoy some delicious and authentic Thai food. Large menu with lots of options. Eat in or order some take out. I enjoy cultural cuisine so this is one of my favorites.
P6 Station
544 Park StreetEnjoy some local homemade pizza, salad and cheesecakes. Eat in or carry out.
Craving some Mexican food? Our local Mexican restaurant Los Cabos will satisfy the craving.
Los Cabos
942 Shoshoni StreetCraving some Mexican food? Our local Mexican restaurant Los Cabos will satisfy the craving.
Dine in at the Safari club. Located inside the Days Inn. On your way into the restaurant view the large variety of animal mounts and photos lining the walls.
Safari Club
115 East Park StreetDine in at the Safari club. Located inside the Days Inn. On your way into the restaurant view the large variety of animal mounts and photos lining the walls.
Elle’s Restaurant & Bar
109 South 6th StreetA local American style diner.
Pizza Hut
545 Shoshoni StA nice Pizza Hut with a salad bar. Eat in or order out.
Enjoy some local fresh homemade bread, pastries, cookies, soup and sandwiches.
Lazy Fox Artisan Goods
536 Arapahoe StEnjoy some local fresh homemade bread, pastries, cookies, soup and sandwiches.
Mobile food vendor offering traditional BBQ-smoked meats served in Mexican-style cuisine. Offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items. Available for catering by reservation. Take-out or dine on large covered patio. Utilizing eco-friendly containers. You can follow on Facebook for updates on menu specials and dates they will be off-site for special events.
WY Smoke Burritos
800 Shoshoni StreetMobile food vendor offering traditional BBQ-smoked meats served in Mexican-style cuisine. Offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items. Available for catering by reservation. Take-out or dine on large covered patio. Utilizing eco-friendly containers. You can follow on Facebook for updates on menu specials and dates they will be off-site for special events.
Shopping
Fun store to shop in! Country western style clothing, boots and hats. Fun gifts and store items. Pet and animal needs.
White Horse Country Store
South StreetFun store to shop in! Country western style clothing, boots and hats. Fun gifts and store items. Pet and animal needs.
Owl Creek Graphics
527 Broadway StSweaters, shirts, hats and other apparel and Wyoming souvenirs.
Wow Discount
541 Broadway StNeed some party supplies, arts and crafts, balloons...this place will have you covered!
Flying Eagle Gallery
539 Broadway StUnique items, art, gifts and more.
Avas Silver & Rock Shop
631 Shoshoni StIf you love rocks then this is must see! Fun place to stop in!
Great local garden and home store with lots of other fun shopping items. Outdoor fun, toys, gifts and lots more...good variety and fun to shop in.
Thermopolis Hardware and Mercantile
158 US-20Great local garden and home store with lots of other fun shopping items. Outdoor fun, toys, gifts and lots more...good variety and fun to shop in.
Aside from offering food this store also has some really neat original gifts and finds. I enjoy just walking around in this beautiful little store. You can find something for anyone here! They also sell some chocolates and candies made here in Wyoming with fresh local honey. Yummm!
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Nature's Corner Featuring The Crow Bar
530 Broadway StAside from offering food this store also has some really neat original gifts and finds. I enjoy just walking around in this beautiful little store. You can find something for anyone here! They also sell some chocolates and candies made here in Wyoming with fresh local honey. Yummm!
Aside from having some yummy coffee, teas and drinks this store doesn't disappoint. If your looking for a gift, a card, souvenir or even some children's toys its a great place to stop into. You can even relax and use their wifi if needed.
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Storyteller and Jackrabbit Java
524 Broadway StAside from having some yummy coffee, teas and drinks this store doesn't disappoint. If your looking for a gift, a card, souvenir or even some children's toys its a great place to stop into. You can even relax and use their wifi if needed.
If there is something you forgot to bring or your in need of check with our local family dollar.
Family Dollar
514 S 6th StIf there is something you forgot to bring or your in need of check with our local family dollar.
Although this is our local grocery market they actually have some other shopping needs and finds as well. You can even find some souvenirs and local gear. If you need a fishing license or local game and fish rules and maps you can stop in and they will take care of you.
Mack's Market
600 S 6th StAlthough this is our local grocery market they actually have some other shopping needs and finds as well. You can even find some souvenirs and local gear. If you need a fishing license or local game and fish rules and maps you can stop in and they will take care of you.
A unique store offering local handmade heirloom furs, coats and more. Kurt Russell wears a coat made from this store in the movie the Hateful Eight. The coat was affectionally named the "big boy" and It's been loved by Hollywood since. Some Hollywood stars have had their coats made here.
Merlin's Hide Out
626 Richards StA unique store offering local handmade heirloom furs, coats and more. Kurt Russell wears a coat made from this store in the movie the Hateful Eight. The coat was affectionally named the "big boy" and It's been loved by Hollywood since. Some Hollywood stars have had their coats made here.
Aside from offering some amazing whitewater and fly fishing trips this place has a great gift shop. If you need some fishing or outdoor gear or wear they will probably have you covered. Some fun apparel and gifts as well.
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Wind River Canyon Whitewater & Fly Fishing
210 U.S. 20Aside from offering some amazing whitewater and fly fishing trips this place has a great gift shop. If you need some fishing or outdoor gear or wear they will probably have you covered. Some fun apparel and gifts as well.
Gooseberry Garden Quilt Shop
521 Broadway StA fun local quilt shop!
Aside from offering some yummy goods this place has a great variety of gifts and souvenirs. A super fun shop!
Kirby Creek Mercantile
535 Broadway StAside from offering some yummy goods this place has a great variety of gifts and souvenirs. A super fun shop!