Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
The
Big Horn Scenic Byway
(about 205 miles) climbs up and over the mountains past
such sights as the
Connor Battlefield
near Ranchester, the
Medicine Wheel National His-
toric Landmark,
and the
Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area,
where
mustangs
can be spotted. This route follows Highway 14 to Lovell and then south toward Thermopol-
is.
The shorter route (about 160 miles) is higher but no less scenic. It heads south to
Buffalo
past the impressive
Fort Phil Kearny,
then over the
Cloud Peak Skyway Scenic Byway
through
Ten Sleep
to Worland and eventually south to Thermopolis.
As you pull into Thermopolis, head to the colorful and otherworldly
Hot Springs State
Park.
Stroll along the
Spirit Trail
or stop into the historic
State Bath House
for a swim
before checking into the
Best Western Plaza Hotel.
For dinner, try the schnitzel at
Stones
Throw Restaurant.
Thermopolis is a town built on thermal features.
