Peek At Petroglyphs And Soak In A Hot Spring At This Unique State Park In Wyoming
Wyoming’s northwestern corner gets all of the attention from nature lovers around the country, but locals and Wyoming natives know that the coolest spot to enjoy natural wonders and beautiful scenery is in the aptly named Hot Springs County. Visit Thermopolis to see some of the most fascinating places on Earth, at Hot Springs State Park and Legend Rock Petroglyph Site.
Thermopolis is a bit of an oasis in Wyoming, and the town itself rises up out of the high mountain prairie rather suddenly, if you're traveling through.
While nothing quite compares to Yellowstone's massive Mammoth Hot Springs, the mineral terraces at Hot Springs State Park are impressive natural wonders on their own!
Be sure to track down the Teepee Fountain! This feature is a combination of natural process and human intervention. Back when the park was first founded, people created a pipeline for hot water to create this unique terrace.
Not many people realize that Legend Rock, a petroglyph site just north of the city, is part of Hot Springs State Park, too! Make time to visit to peek back in time at artwork from Wyoming's earliest residents.
Kim Magaraci graduated Rutgers University with a degree in Geography and has spent the last seven years as a freelance travel writer. Contact: kmagaraci@onlyinyourstate.com
