Complete with breathtaking mountain ranges, canyons, hot springs, and more, Wyoming is one of the most visually stunning states. While this scenery may be familiar to Wyoming residents, it’s never any less spectacular. But if you happen to be curious what this state looks like from a completely new angle, these photographs should provide you with an idea. You might just be amazed by how different these familiar territories look from a bird’s eye view. Check out some of the best views of Wyoming from a rarely seen perspective.

1. This shot shows a stunning view of Thermopolis.
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The seat of Hot Springs County is known for being home to the world's largest mineral hot springs as well as the state's best Dinosaur museum.
2. This photograph shows the Snowy Mountains, with Mirror Lake in the bottom left corner.
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Oddly enough, the mountains don't look all that snowy here! This must have been taken in late summer, because for most of the year the mountains around Centennial are dusted in white.
3. Here's an impressive shot of the Black Hills. Can you spot Devil's Tower in the top right portion?
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Some of the most unique topography in the country exists here on the border between the Dakotas and Wyoming.
4. You can truly see the rugged terrain of the landscape just east of Kaycee.
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The canyon shown here was where Butch Cassidy, Sundance Kid, and many other outlaws of the west hid their horses. Have you visited Hole In The Wall Canyon?
5. This shot shows off the variety of the land in the Southern section of the Jacob's Ranch Mine complex.
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Jacob's Ranch i sone of the largest open pit coal mines in Wyoming, and many residents of the Powder River region know someone who has worked here for at least a little while.

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6. Here's a beautiful and lush section of the Elk Refuge in Jackson.
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One of the most underrated attractions in the state is the sprawling Elk Refuge. In the winter, visitors can take sleigh rides through this remarkable landscape.
7. This photograph shows the Wheatland Reservoirs, which feed into the Laramie River.
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These reservoirs are popular for fishing. Wheatland Reservoir 3 is the biggest reservoir in the Laramie Region with over 4,700 surface acres of space when it's full.
8. The Absaroka Range looks particularly majestic from a bird's eye view.
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The Tetons get all the attention, but many Wyoming mountaineers love the challenge and wilderness of the Absaroka Range.
9. The iconic Grand Prismatic Spring shows off its color variants even from miles below.
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This beautiful mineral spring is one of the most photographed places in Wyoming! You can catch some of the best views in Wyoming from the trails in the hills that surround Grand Prismatic.
10. Here's another shot of Devil's Tower, showing off a surrounding landscape that looks almost prehistoric.
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No wonder they filmed Close Encounters out here! The Devils Tower area is truly one of a kind.
11. This photograph features the lovely Wind River Range of western Wyoming.
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The Winds are some of the most beautiful mountains in the world. Plan a hike to see this natural wonder up close.

What do you think of these aerial pictures of the Cowboy State? For more of the best photos of Wyoming, be sure to check out these 16 Photos Taken In Wyoming That You Won’t Believe Are Real and get ready to fall in love with your own backyard.

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What is the most scenic place in Wyoming?

Wyoming is a nature lover's paradise, and photographers love capturing the beauty that exists in all corners. Though it might be cliche, Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks are each packed with breathtaking scenery.

What's the most beautiful hike in Wyoming?

The day hikes around Yellowstone's mineral springs are hard to beat, but backpackers will argue that the most beautiful places in Wyoming are tucked into the mountains. Cloud Peak Wilderness and the Wind River Range offer incredible picturesque hiking.

Where can I find more of the best photographs of Wyoming?

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