The Natural Swimming Hole In Wyoming That Will Take You Back To The Good Ole Days

Wyoming is full of hidden wonders that adventurers are constantly discovering. One of the coolest spots in the state is along the middle fork of the Popo Agie River. If you love hikes with swimming holes in Wyoming, then this short hike will take you to your Eden. Some of the best natural swimming holes in Wyoming can be found along this route.

The Popo Agie Falls Trail is one of the most underrated in the state and it takes you to a stunning hidden gem!

You can get to this easy, 1.5 mile trail from Bruce's Parking Area in Shoshone National Forest. This section of the forest is about 7 miles from Lander, Wyoming.

You'll follow the mysterious Middle Fork of the Popo Agie River as you wind your way through well-groomed trails with a slight elevation gain.

This is the same river that disappears under the earth at Sinks Canyon. Read about this bizarre natural wonder here.

Along the trail, you'll spot several places where you can wade in the water.

Please stick to safe, shallow pools, and stay out of the wild river itself!

The stunning Popo Agie Falls are where most visitors sit down for a picnic lunch and take in the natural beauty of our home state. It's no surprise this is considered to be the best waterfall swimming hole in Wyoming by many of the people who come to swim here.

The bravest adventurers continue on to the Popo Agie Waterslide. This natural rock formation has been used as a waterslide into a cool swimming hole for generations.

Please, use common sense. If the water flow is high and rapid, stick to wading in the pool itself. Be aware that people do get hurt banging off of the rocks, but if you're all about the thrill, you'll love climbing up to this natural waterslide. Check out this video of the stunning spot from above:

You can find the trailhead by following Sinks Canyon Road for about 9 miles from Lander, to Bruce's Parking Area. Cross the highway and the bridge to find the trailhead on the left - Middle Fork Trail.

This is definitely one of the best hikes with swimming holes in Wyoming. Plan your trip to this fantastic slice of nature today. You'll be glad that you did!