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Wind River Canyon is a scenic Wyoming canyon on the Wind River. [1] It is located between the towns of Shoshoni and Thermopolis and is a popular stop for visitors to Yellowstone National Park. It is accessible by U.S. Highway 20 and Wyoming Highway 789. It was designated as a Wyoming Scenic Byway in 2005. [2]
The Wind River Canyon Scenic Byway begins in the town of Shoshoni and follows U.S. 20 north through Wind River Canyon and the Wind River Indian Reservation ending just south of Thermopolis. Without stopping, the total drive time is about 40 minutes.
Wyoming: Thermopolis & Wind River Canyon Explore the extraordinary hot springs and colorful strata! What You'll See: Thermopolis is home to gigantic, colorful hot spring deposits with adjacent pools and a water park, all set in a green, oasis-like state park.
The Wind River Canyon Scenic Byway begins in the town of Shoshoni and follows U.S. 20 north through Wind River Canyon and the Wind River Indian Reservation ending just south of Thermopolis. Without stopping, the total drive time is about 40 minutes.
Wind River Canyon. Highway US-20. South of Thermopolis, WY. FEATURES. Fishing, Scenic, Hiking, Landmark. Four miles south of Thermopolis, entering the canyon, is possibly the prettiest drive in Wyoming. Prime geologic territory, from the earth’s core to outer crust and offers great recreation.
The Wind River Canyon Scenic Byway is a 34-mile route along US Highway 20 between Shoshoni and Thermopolis in central Wyoming. This is a drive through history and some of Wyoming's incredible geology.
The Wind River Canyon Scenic Byway begins in the town of Shoshoni at milepost 100. Following U.S. 20 north through Wind River Canyon and the Wind River Indian Reservation, the route ends just north of the city of Thermopolis at milepost 134.
