Bison Viewing Park Rules The Hot Springs State Park Bison Herd is the • All visitors must abide by posted speed limits. STATE PARKS, HISTORIC SITES & TRAILS central herd for Wyoming State Parks. Herd • Motorized vehicles shall be operated only on roads. size is dependent upon the carrying capacity of • Quiet shall be maintained in all areas of the park the available range areas and the site-specific between the hours of 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. • All pets must be kept on a leash. Hot Springs requirements necessary to manage a healthy and safe bison herd. • All trash must be deposited in containers designated for that purpose. The park maintains a free-roaming herd of 24-27 • Fishing and boating are permitted subject to regulations State Park adult and yearling bison on a year-round basis. the winter and open on holidays during the summer, of the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission. This number increases by 10-15 animals during noon to 5:30. • The discharge of firearms and fireworks is prohibited. the months of April, May and June as new calves • No skateboarding within the park. become a welcome addition. • Unauthorized camping, including motorhome camping, Boat Ramp Facility is not permitted within the state park boundary. In addition to the “natural” feed that the bison On the , by the Terraces, is a boat • Swimming, wading or soaking in the hot mineral water receive from the pasture areas, the park’s bison ramp. The sister to this ramp is located at the mouth is restricted to facilities designed for such use. are provided with a daily “cake” supplement that of the south of Thermopolis. • Alcohol use permits may be required. Inquire at Park provides necessary minerals and helps to insure These two ramps were built by the Wyoming Game Headquarters. good health. This feeding occurs daily between 8-9 & Fish Department with the needs of physically • Digging is prohibited. a.m. and offers park visitors a unique opportunity impaired persons in mind. These fit with the • Destroying or removing of any tree, shrub or plant is to view the “monarch of the Plains” up close. many other facilities in the state park that are also prohibited. designed for physically impaired individuals. Please remember that bison are wild animals • Metal detectors are prohibited. and should be viewed ONLY while you remain in While the Terrace ramp will be used primarily for • For a complete list of Wyoming State Park rules and your vehicle. removing boats from the water, there is still lots regulations, visit the nearest Park Headquarters. of water below the Terrace that can be floated and/ The Swinging Bridge or fished. Group Picnic Shelters The suspension foot bridge across the Bighorn There are three large group picnic shelters in the River is commonly called “The Swinging Bridge.” Flowers park available by reservation. Enjoy our soothing waters, The structure was removed in July 1991 and was Hot Springs State Park has long been known for its Contact Park Headquarters as soon as you can to views of the unforgettable bison replaced in 1992. The bridge offers a unique beautiful flower gardens. Make a point of bringing reserve a shelter for your event and also inquire if and some of the loveliest vantage point from which to view the Bighorn your camera with you and capture the exciting your group needs a park liquor permit. River and Mineral Terrace. splash of color all summer long. flower gardens in the state.

The State Bath House In 1896, a treaty was signed with the Shoshone Legend Rock State Petroglyph Site has been and the Arapaho that gave the public use of one of developed for public viewing of the cliff face. The the largest mineral hot springs in the world. The facilities include an improved access road, a public hot mineral water is maintained a 104 degrees restroom and picnic tables. Fahrenheit to provide the safest soaking water possible. Attendants are available to assist you with The site is approximately 30 miles northwest of your needs. The Bath House hours are: Monday - Thermopolis and visitation must be arranged through Hot Springs State Park is administered by the Division of State Parks and Historic Sites, Wyoming Department of State Saturday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sundays, noon-5:30 Hot Springs State Park headquarters or the State Parks and Cultural Resources. http://wyoparks.state.wy.us/ p.m. The Bath House is closed on holidays during Bath House. For information, call park staff.

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Group Picnic Shelter PHONE NUMBERS LOCATIONS Interpretive Trail EMERGENCY ...... 911 1. Visitor information Ambulance ...... 911 & State Bath House Picnic Area 2. Tepee Pool Chamber of Commerce ...... 864.3192 Playground Fire ...... 911 3. Star Plunge Restrooms Game warden ...... 911 4. Big Horn Spring Hot Springs County Hospital ...... 876-3121 5. Feather Fountain Trail 6. Tepee Fountain Park Headquarters ...... 864-2176 Visitor Information Park maintenance shop ...... 864-2337 7. Smokey Row Cemetery Park boundary State bath house ...... 864-3765 8. Holiday Inn 9. Plaza Hotal Railroad 10. Sneider’s Point Overlook Trail Hiking trail 11. Black Sulpher Spring 12. Spirit Hole Paved road 13. Devil’s Punch Bowl

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