Each state has its own natural phenomena and Wyoming is no exception. Even if you are a skeptic, the natural phenomenon found in Wyoming will leave you scratching your head. The following natural occurrences are fascinating. How many times have you experienced a baffling natural phenomenon in Wyoming?
- Intermittent Spring, Afton
By Ninjatacoshell - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=10936112 The Periodic Intermittent Spring is located 5 miles east of Afton. The Spring is a cold water geyser with a flow cycle that stops and then starts up again from late summer through the winter. The water flows out of a ledge and cascades down the hill to Swift Creek. The flow stops and then after 12 to 18 minutes, it starts to flow again. This spring is the largest of the three intermittent springs in the world! You can visit the spring when it’s performing by hiking a short trail that takes you along Swift Creek. Read more about this fascinating natural wonder here.
- Killpecker Sand Dunes
Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2741481 Killpecker Sand Dunes are located just north of Rock Springs in the Red Desert. These dunes are one of seven in the world that sing. Visitors hear whistling or roaring sounds at the dunes, thanks to the unique properties of the sand that make up these beautiful sprawling dunes. For more information on this super cool day trip destination, click here and read all about it.
- “The Sinks”. Sinks Canyon State Park, Lander
By Brian Harms Brian Harms - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=962110 “The Sinks” is known as a river that mysteriously disappears. It’s located just outside of Lander. The Popo Agie River flows out of the Wind River Mountains, curves into a cave, and goes underground and disappears. Further down, the river re-emerges in a pool called “The Rise.” More water flows at The Rise than was originally in the Sinks which is another unexplained phenomenon. Sinks Canyon State Park is one of the best places for camping and hiking in the Cowboy State. Read all about it right here and plan your trip.
- Eerie Sounds Across Yellowstone Lake
By RG Johnsson - Downloaded from National Park Service photo archive: http://www.nps.gov/archive/yell/slidefile/water/lakesponds/yelllake/Images/03504.jpg, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=5899263 The sounds at Yellowstone Lake come out of nowhere. Visitors have claimed to hear “ethereal organ music” in the distance. It grows more intense overhead and then fades away. These sounds have been documented since 1890. Read all about the fascinating natural wonder of Yellowstone Lake right here.
- Devils Tower, Hulett
Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=615805 Devils Tower is located in Crook County near Hulett and Sundance with several origin stories. Many scientists believe it to be the core of a former volcano, caused by the cooling of lava deposits. Local native tribes share stories of how the rock erupted from the Earth, thanks to the Great Spirit saving children from an angry bear, who then clawed out the sides. No matter how Devils Tower / Bears Den was formed, it’s one of the most remarkable wonders in the state.
- Crack In Bighorn Mountains
By Ninjatacoshell - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=10936112
The Periodic Intermittent Spring is located 5 miles east of Afton. The Spring is a cold water geyser with a flow cycle that stops and then starts up again from late summer through the winter. The water flows out of a ledge and cascades down the hill to Swift Creek. The flow stops and then after 12 to 18 minutes, it starts to flow again. This spring is the largest of the three intermittent springs in the world! You can visit the spring when it’s performing by hiking a short trail that takes you along Swift Creek. Read more about this fascinating natural wonder here.
Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2741481
Killpecker Sand Dunes are located just north of Rock Springs in the Red Desert. These dunes are one of seven in the world that sing. Visitors hear whistling or roaring sounds at the dunes, thanks to the unique properties of the sand that make up these beautiful sprawling dunes. For more information on this super cool day trip destination, click here and read all about it.
By Brian Harms Brian Harms - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=962110
“The Sinks” is known as a river that mysteriously disappears. It’s located just outside of Lander. The Popo Agie River flows out of the Wind River Mountains, curves into a cave, and goes underground and disappears. Further down, the river re-emerges in a pool called “The Rise.” More water flows at The Rise than was originally in the Sinks which is another unexplained phenomenon. Sinks Canyon State Park is one of the best places for camping and hiking in the Cowboy State. Read all about it right here and plan your trip.
By RG Johnsson - Downloaded from National Park Service photo archive: http://www.nps.gov/archive/yell/slidefile/water/lakesponds/yelllake/Images/03504.jpg, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=5899263
The sounds at Yellowstone Lake come out of nowhere. Visitors have claimed to hear “ethereal organ music” in the distance. It grows more intense overhead and then fades away. These sounds have been documented since 1890. Read all about the fascinating natural wonder of Yellowstone Lake right here.
Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=615805
Devils Tower is located in Crook County near Hulett and Sundance with several origin stories. Many scientists believe it to be the core of a former volcano, caused by the cooling of lava deposits. Local native tribes share stories of how the rock erupted from the Earth, thanks to the Great Spirit saving children from an angry bear, who then clawed out the sides. No matter how Devils Tower / Bears Den was formed, it’s one of the most remarkable wonders in the state.
Here is a rather recent development as far as natural phenomena goes. A large crack has opened up in the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains. The crack, which appeared over a span of two weeks, is many stories deep in areas. There is no explanation for the opening up of the earth in this area.
- Unexplained Noises In The Sky
This phenomenon comes from the sky instead of the ground. People have reportedly heard siren like noises coming from the skies over Cheyenne and Laramie. There is no explanation for these strange noises either.
Have you experienced any of these natural phenomenon?
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Address: Periodic Spring Trail, Afton, WY 83110, USAAddress: Chilton Rd, Wyoming, USAAddress: Sinks Canyon State Park, 3079 Sinks Canyon Rd, Lander, WY 82520, USAAddress: Yellowstone Lake, Wyoming 82190, USAAddress: Bighorn Mountains, Wyoming 82834, USAAddress: Cheyenne, WY, USA
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natural phenomenon in Wyoming February 20, 2020 Kim Magaraci What are the best outdoor adventures in Wyoming? Whether you want to play on the enormous dunes at Killpecker, look for fossils in Kemmerer, explore rugged mountains in the many national forests or see the unique topography around Hell’s Half Acre, you’ll find something fascinating to do in Wyoming. The incredible natural features of Wyoming make this one of the most remarkable places to explore. Which state parks should I visit in Wyoming? Sinks Canyon State Park offers amazing hiking and yurt camping, plus a natural waterslide into the Popo Agie River. Guernsey State Park shows off wagon ruts from the Oregon Trail! If you want to head out on the water, visit Keyhole State Park and drop in to the reservoir. You’re sure to have a great time at any of the Wyoming state parks. What are the most unique parks in Wyoming? It’s hard to top the wonders of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Each one offers one-of-a-kind hiking, scenery, and natural wonders in Wyoming.
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natural phenomenon in Wyoming
February 20, 2020
Kim Magaraci
What are the best outdoor adventures in Wyoming? Whether you want to play on the enormous dunes at Killpecker, look for fossils in Kemmerer, explore rugged mountains in the many national forests or see the unique topography around Hell’s Half Acre, you’ll find something fascinating to do in Wyoming. The incredible natural features of Wyoming make this one of the most remarkable places to explore. Which state parks should I visit in Wyoming? Sinks Canyon State Park offers amazing hiking and yurt camping, plus a natural waterslide into the Popo Agie River. Guernsey State Park shows off wagon ruts from the Oregon Trail! If you want to head out on the water, visit Keyhole State Park and drop in to the reservoir. You’re sure to have a great time at any of the Wyoming state parks. What are the most unique parks in Wyoming? It’s hard to top the wonders of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Each one offers one-of-a-kind hiking, scenery, and natural wonders in Wyoming.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Whether you want to play on the enormous dunes at Killpecker, look for fossils in Kemmerer, explore rugged mountains in the many national forests or see the unique topography around Hell’s Half Acre, you’ll find something fascinating to do in Wyoming. The incredible natural features of Wyoming make this one of the most remarkable places to explore.
Which state parks should I visit in Wyoming?
Sinks Canyon State Park offers amazing hiking and yurt camping, plus a natural waterslide into the Popo Agie River. Guernsey State Park shows off wagon ruts from the Oregon Trail! If you want to head out on the water, visit Keyhole State Park and drop in to the reservoir. You’re sure to have a great time at any of the Wyoming state parks.
What are the most unique parks in Wyoming?
It’s hard to top the wonders of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Each one offers one-of-a-kind hiking, scenery, and natural wonders in Wyoming.
