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Posted in Wyoming Attractions May 12, 2016 by Caryl

15 Fascinating Spots In Wyoming That Are Straight Out Of A Fairy Tale

There is something very mysterious and magical about Wyoming. In fact, the scenery in Wyoming looks like it came straight from the pages of a storybook. Here are some fascinating spots in Wyoming that look as if they are straight out of a fairy tale. Enjoy the feelings and memories from childhood that these pictures evoke from some of your favorite childhood stories.

1. You could just ride off into the sunset on Aspen Mountain in Sweetwater County.

2. Doesn't this picture of Cascade Canyon in Grand Teton National Park look like the Swiss Mountain where Heidi and her grandfather lived?

3. The geyser fields In Yellowstone look like a magical cauldron.

4. This picture in Lamar Valley reminds me of a fairy tale by the Grimm Brothers called 'Mother Holle'. The girl "remembered nothing more until she awoke and found herself in a beautiful meadow, full of sunshine, and with countless flowers blooming in every direction."

5. The Grand Canyon Of Yellowstone is reminiscent of a Japanese fairy tale called 'The Enchanted Waterfall'.

6. Old Faithful looks like the setting of an ominous fairy tale.

7. National Elk Refuge could be the setting for 'The Swan Princess.'

8. The Morning Glory Pool looks like an underwater cave in 'The Little Mermaid'.

9. It looks like you might find dwarves wandering around The Red Hills in Gros Ventre Valley.

10. The Devils Tower looks like it has magical powers.

11. West Thumb is the perfect setting for that special kiss between a prince and princess.

12. The Grand Prismatic Spring looks like the setting for a fairy tale that is out of this world.

13. The Depot Clocktower in Cheyenne is shouting "Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your hair."

14. There has to be a fairy tale living inside the Smith Mansion in Cody, Wyoming.

15. There's a good chance you might run into 'Little Red Riding Hood' along this trail near Inspiration Point in Yellowstone.

What fairy tales are you reminded of from the scenery in Wyoming?

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Caryl

I am a freelance writer who also has been a small business owner and worked in the fields of insurance, accounting, and education. I enjoy spending time with family, reading, writing, photography, music, running, sports, and of course traveling!