7 Wonders Of The World That Are Actually Right Here In Wyoming
By Caryl|Updated on July 08, 2023(Originally published July 06, 2023)
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You don’t have to travel the world to see the Seven Wonders when they are right here in our own back yard. Some of the most incredible natural wonders in Wyoming showcase our state’s incredible natural beauty. Some of them may scream out at you and some are so unassuming that you may not have even considered them as natural standouts. However, each of the scenic places in Wyoming listed here have a very unique quality about them in the purest sense of the word. They go beyond any man’s capability and exist solely as they are because of nature’s raw existence.
The park is home to the most thermal features found anywhere in the world. Some of them are legendary. Grand Prismatic Spring, pictured above, is the largest spring in the United States and third largest in the world.
Old Faithful Geyser may be the best known thermal feature on the planet - and the best known of Wyoming's natural wonders. This beautiful geyser erupts regularly - about once every 90 minutes - and draws an audience every day. Have a look for yourself:
You'll find dozens of waterfalls within the park as well. Some, like the Kepler Cascades and Gibbons Falls, are located just off the road and you can see them without any hiking. Others, like Undine Falls and Mystic Falls, require a little bit of a journey to see. The most famous cascades in the park are the three falls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone - Upper, Lower, and Crystal Falls. Climb down the staircase on Uncle Tom's Trail to see a powerful waterfall up close.
Grand Teton National Park is underrated thanks to its close proximity to Yellowstone. This rugged park is home to the best hiking in the world, and some of the most famous mountains for climbing.
Some of the most famous landmarks in Grand Teton National Park - and most beautiful places in Wyoming - include Mormon Row,
Schwabacher Landing, Oxbow Bend, and the Snake River Overlook. They were preserved forever in history by Ansel Adams on his legendary photography expeditions.
Devils Tower was made internationally famous by the movie Close Encounters of the Third Kind, but it was the first national monument in the United States, and Wyomingites have known it to be a natural wonder for centuries.
The Nation's first national monument is a very unusual rock formation that rises dramatically between 1200 and 1300 feet from the plains. President Theodore Roosevelt deemed Devils Tower a National Monument in 1906. Today, some visitors enjoy the thrill of climbing the tower which is possible due to its hundreds of parallel cracks. Devils Tower made national headlines when a daredevil tried to parachute off the top, but his parachute pack flew off the side and he had to be rescued days later.
Thermopolis Hot Springs is the largest mineral hot spring in the world, known for mineral hot pools that maintain a temperature of 135º F. You can take a dip in the Hot Springs State Park public bath house or the Star Pool - but don't dip your toes in the natural springs!
These are one of the wonders of the world in Wyoming that you deserve to explore for yourself. Visit Hot Spring State Park and get an up-close view at these gorgeous mineral springs. Don't forget to stop by the famous Teepee Fountain.
Wyoming's most unusual landscape is likely the Red Desert! You'll find some of the strangest sights in the West up here in this high mountain desert. The Killpecker Sand Dunes are among the most underrated Wyoming wonders.
The sand dunes here sound as if they are singing to you. Killpecker Sand Dunes is one of seven dune systems in the world that produce this sound. This sound comes from the grain of sound itself; the grains are rounder and more polished so that when the wind blows, it produces this unusual sound.
Sinks Canyon is located near Lander and is home to a river that completely disappears! The Popo Agie River curves around into a cave and then underground or commonly known as "the Sinks."
Sinks Canyon State Park, Sinks Canyon Road, Lander, WY, USA
A short while later, the water returns at "The Rise." Perhaps the strangest part of this natural wonder is that more water comes out of the Rise than goes underground at the Sinks. This weird Wyoming wonder is worth a visit.
Periodic Spring is the largest one of three intermittent springs in the world. The spring is located in Swift Creek Canyon in Star Valley near Afton. It flows for 18 minutes and then stops for about the same amount of time before starting back up again! This strange natural wonder is one of the coolest attractions in Wyoming for nature lovers and hikers to see.
Use AllTrails+ to download detailed maps of all these amazing Cowboy State wonders! What are your favorite natural wonders in Wyoming? Can you add any more to the list?
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What are the best outdoor adventures in Wyoming?
When you spend time in the Cowboy State, you can find outdoor adventure around every corner. In the spring, the parks around Laramie and Cheyenne are beautiful. In summer, hiking through Bighorn National Forest is a scenic trek that will change your life. In the fall, Yellowstone's crowds are minimal and the weather is perfect. In the winter, head to Pinedale and hit the trails on your snowmobile.
What are the most picturesque hiking trails in Wyoming?
Spend some time in Grand Teton National Park for the most stunning and beautiful hikes in the Cowboy State. Delta Lake is one particularly beautiful trail, and the trail through Cascade Canyon is the highest rated hike in Wyoming according to AllTrails.com.
Are there any good swimming holes in Wyoming?
The Middle Fork of the Popo Agie River, right before it runs into Sinks Canyon State Park, is home to one of the best swimming holes in Wyoming. You can even enjoy a natural waterslide! The water is pretty chilly for most of the year, but head here on a hot summer day for a refreshing dip.
