Hot Springs State Park
Hot Springs State Park
4.5
State Parks • Hot Springs & Geysers
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8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Contains the world's largest mineral hot spring and nine mineral pools.
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Krista R
Las Vegas, NV4 contributions
Apr 2021
Take yourself, or your family to one of the most peaceful and enjoyable free spots in the west, Hot Springs State Park. You can visit either one of the state park playground, walk along the hot springs terraces, or go swimming for a very reasonable price at one of either hot spring/fresh water pools in the park. The views and picnic areas give you a options down by river or by playgrounds. The grounds are manicured, fresh planted flowers in the summer, and even special concerts during the season. It is a true value family getaway. Enjoy this Oasis!
Written December 28, 2021
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Susanne T
North Carolina Mountains, NC1,517 contributions
May 2022
A State Park with no admission...not only that, but if you choose, you can bathe for free in one of the hot springs (there are also a couple of commercial run springs).
First, we explored the park; walked the trails, crossed the Swinging Bridge, walked up to the big spring and looked at the colorful terraces.
Then we took a bath in the free bath house (donations are welcome); it's a twenty minute maximum stay in the water (the water is kept at 104 degrees) and you can hang out either inside or outside (make sure to take any kind of jewelry off, because the sulfur turns it black); bring your own towel.
From there we took the driving tour through the park and pulled out at all of the marked stops. The bison were an added bonus.
The park has restrooms, picnic shelters and is open during the day.
Written July 18, 2022
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Laurie M
8 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
We drove an hour out of our way to go to Thermopolis to see the Dinosaur Museum. However going to the hot springs was definitely one of the highlights for me of this entire trip we've been to Glacier Yellowstone and I are on our way to Mount Rushmore. So that says a lot! It's a beautiful spot and sitting in a natural hot spring was quite an experience. You can actually pay a little bit of money to go to a small water park there if you have children but it was worth it just going and sitting for a few minutes and enjoying the beautiful scenery
Written September 24, 2021
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LisaCrowley
Hollywood, FL76 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
While exploring Cody,Wyoming, we stumbled across this place!! It was an unexpected 50 degrees and raining kinda day. Hot Springs State Park was a day saver!!! 1 outside, 1 inside large heated pool, 5 hot tubs, water slides for the kids, showers,locker rooms, cafe, picnic tables, and a fish pond. Great way to spend the afternoon with the family!
Written August 22, 2021
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MissMem
Memphis, TN1,160 contributions
Jul 2020
This is a beautiful park and it is very well cared for. There are beautifully colored formations caused by water and mineral actions. There are hot pools, one is city owned and two are private. There's also an area by the river to swim in, as well as a swinging bridge. The park was great and Thermoplis is FUN.
Written November 7, 2020
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Peter S
Casper, WY46 contributions
Mar 2020
Bison? Check. Western scenery? Check. Easy hiking and walking paths? Check. Close to town? Check. Unique natural feature? Check. Hot spiring for free? Yes, indeed.

The public hot springs are free, but are pretty spartan. It's perfect for people looking for a quiet soak in hot water. There are two pools that are more geared for family fun, but they are not free (though worth the price).
Written March 8, 2020
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Rockabird
Beach Park, IL161 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
This is the biggest not springs in the world. Watching it bubble up and then following the creek as it flowed into the river was amazing! It supports a very unique ecosystem. The spring feeds a number of pools where you can soak and enjoy the mineral waters.
Written August 13, 2020
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Mary D
Arvada, CO2 contributions
Oct 2021
The hot springs has a great history, and I enjoyed learning about it before visiting the free pools. You are allowed 20 minutes to enjoy the two pools, but you can return two hours later. A huge thank you to Jan who was very informative about the pools and minerals in it. I wish her a happy Halloween birthday as that is the date my granddaughter is expected to birth my great granddaughter! I absolutely want to visit Hot Springs State Park again.
Written October 10, 2021
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Anita S
Conway, AR178 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Beautiful park. Nicely manicured. Beautiful scenery. Friendly people everywhere. Great park for kids to play at. The bath house had limited hours due to Covid. The teepee swimming pool was great and the Star plunge was busy with laughter and splashes. Great sidewalks to take walks all around the park.
Written August 13, 2020
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Laurie Ashley
Hope Mills, NC642 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Park has a lovely drive up into the Lou twins and multiple trails. Many places to jsut sit and relax. Bighorn River flows through it. There is a river walk with beautiful vistas. The bathhouses are clean and free to experience the mineral hot spring. There is a walkway through an area with several hot springs. It’s amazing how hot the water is when you put your hand it. Just amazing. Walking over the suspension bridge was an exhilarating experience. There are two paid pools on either side of the free bath. The star plunge appears to be somewhat of a water park. I believe the fee is $15. We didn’t go in. There are two hotels on the property. We would definitely return.
Written June 20, 2022
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Hot Springs State Park (Thermopolis) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

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Hot Springs State Park is open:
  • Sun - Sun 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Mon - Sat 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM