Where is Thermopolis, Wyoming, USA?

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Where is Thermopolis Located? - Thermopolis is a city located in the Hot Springs County of Wyoming, United States. Thermopolis lies between 38.8048355 Degrees North latitudes and 77.0469214 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Thermopolis Located?

Thermopolis is a city located in the Hot Springs County of Wyoming, United States. Thermopolis lies between 38.8048355 Degrees North latitudes and 77.0469214 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Thermopolis city is 2725 people and the city has a total area of 2.39 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Thermopolis, Wyoming Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
TownThermopolis
CountyHot Springs County
StateWyoming
State CapitalCheyenne
US RegionWestern United States
Latitude43.6461° N
Longitude108.2120° W
ElevationApproximately 4,314 ft (1,315 m)
Land Area2.4 sq mi
Water Area0.0 sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)2,725
Population DensityApproximately 1,135 per sq mi
ZIP Code82443
Area Code307
Time Zone StandardMountain Standard Time (MST), UTC−7
Time Zone DaylightMountain Daylight Time (MDT), UTC−6
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code56-75980
Community TypeTown

Transportation and Connectivity in Thermopolis, Wyoming

TransportationDetails
Airport NameHot Springs County-Thermopolis Municipal Airport
IATA CodeTHP
Major Airport NearbyCentral Wyoming Regional Airport
PortNo major port; inland Wyoming community
Major HighwaysUS Highway 20, US Highway 20/26, Wyoming Highway 120
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo direct Amtrak service
Local Transit ServiceLocal community transportation services
  • US Highway 20 — Main route connecting Thermopolis with Cody, Yellowstone region, and eastern Wyoming communities.
  • US Highway 20/26 — Provides east-west access through central Wyoming.
  • Wyoming Highway 120 — Scenic route connecting Thermopolis with surrounding mountain and rural areas.

Top Places to Visit in Thermopolis, Wyoming

Landmark NameType
Hot Springs State ParkState Park
Wyoming Dinosaur CenterPaleontology Museum
Wind River CanyonScenic Canyon
Legend Rock Petroglyph SiteHistoric Archaeological Site
Wyoming State Bath HouseHistoric Landmark
Hot Springs County MuseumHistory Museum
Boysen State ParkRecreation Area
Wind RiverNatural Landmark
Thermopolis Golf CourseGolf Course
Roundtop MountainOutdoor Recreation Area

Driving Distances from Thermopolis, Wyoming to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
CodyWyoming85 mi1 hour 30 minutes
RivertonWyoming75 mi1 hour 20 minutes
CasperWyoming120 mi2 hours
JacksonWyoming230 mi4 hours
CheyenneWyoming300 mi5 hours
BillingsMontana220 mi3 hours 30 minutes
BozemanMontana300 mi5 hours
Salt Lake CityUtah420 mi6 hours 30 minutes
DenverColorado380 mi6 hours
Rapid CitySouth Dakota320 mi5 hours

Colleges and Universities Near Thermopolis, Wyoming

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Central Wyoming College - Riverton CampusPublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, technical training, and workforce programs
Northwest CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAgriculture, arts, sciences, and career programs
University of WyomingPublicUniversityResearch, engineering, agriculture, and liberal arts programs
Casper CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTechnical education and transfer programs
Hot Springs County School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictLocal public education

Waterbodies Near Thermopolis, Wyoming

Wind River, Bighorn River, Boysen Reservoir, Wedding of the Waters, Owl Creek

Golf Courses and Stadiums Near Thermopolis

Golf Courses: Thermopolis Golf Course, Riverton Country Club, Buffalo Golf Club. Stadiums: Hot Springs County High School athletic facilities and Central Wyoming College athletic facilities.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Thermopolis, Wyoming

Landmark NameType
Hot Springs State ParkState Park
Wyoming Dinosaur CenterPaleontology Museum
Wind River CanyonScenic Landmark
Legend Rock Petroglyph SiteArchaeological Site
Wyoming State Bath HouseHistoric Landmark
Hot Springs County MuseumHistory Museum
Boysen State ParkRecreation Area
Roundtop MountainOutdoor Recreation Area

Thermopolis, Wyoming — Key Historical Facts

  • Thermopolis was established in the late 19th century and was named from Greek words meaning "hot city" because of its famous hot springs.
  • The area has been home to Indigenous peoples, including the Shoshone and Arapaho tribes, for thousands of years.
  • Hot Springs State Park was created after Wyoming received the mineral hot springs area as a gift from the Shoshone and Arapaho tribes through the Thermopolis Treaty.
  • The town developed around tourism, ranching, agriculture, and the natural hot springs that attract visitors from around the world.
  • Today, Thermopolis is known for its geothermal features, dinosaur discoveries, scenic landscapes, and access to outdoor recreation.

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