summer with kids in Wyoming

Why complain about the summer heat when you can make the most of it? Wyoming offers a variety of places where you can go with the whole family and enjoy the summer days cooling down and having fun! From water parks to pools and rafting adventures, here’s a list of some great places you should visit and have a great summer with kids in Wyoming! Put on your bathing suit and prepare to have fun!

Where: 115 Big Springs Drive, Thermopolis, Wyoming 82443, USA
Hours: Open Year-Round | Daily  9 AM – 9 PM

Meet the world-famous Star Plunge’s hot Mineral Pools!

Adults can enjoy the vapor cave and fitness room, while kids have fun in the water slides, high jump, indoor and outdoor pools, basketball hoop, the baby pool, and so much more! Don’t miss the chance to visit Wyoming’s best water park!

Where: 210 Hwy 20 South, Thermopolis WY
Hours: Daily departures at 10 AM 12.30 AM & 3.30 PM

Have an amazing adventure on the Wind River!

This river is little known outside the state of Wyoming, and it is quickly gaining a reputation for its beauty and vastness. Don’t miss this incredible rafting adventure!

Where: 114 Tepee St, Thermopolis, WY 82443, USA
Hours: 9 AM- 9 PM every day of the Week

At Hellie’s Teepee Pool you will find activities for kids and adults!

The little ones can enjoy the water slides and the kid-friendly pools while adults can relax in the mineral hot springs! This is a great option to escape the summer heat.

Where: 920 Boulder Dr, Laramie, WY, USA
Hours: Monday – Friday: 5 AM-9 PM, Pools: 5:30 AM-8:30 PM | Saturday: 8 AM-8 PM, Pools: 8:30 AM-7:30 PM | Sunday: 12 PM – 8 PM, Pools: 12:30 PM – 7 PM

Enjoy the amazing outdoor and indoor leisure pools with slides, a lazy river, a steam room, a hot tub, a competition pool, and many more features for both kids and adults to enjoy!

Your kids will be fascinated with the amenities and play features, and grown-ups can relax and have fun! This is a great option to spend summer with kids in Wyoming!

Where: 1050 U.S. 89, Jackson, WY 83001, USA
Hours: Departure times for tours vary so check when you book | Seasonal, often June to September

Have a safe and fun adventure down the Snake River!

There are experiences for all tastes to choose from and some relaxed options too! Have an amazing whitewater experience with the entire family!

Where: 535 N Tyler Ave, Pinedale, WY 82941, USA
Hours: Monday to Friday: 5 AM to 8 PM | Saturday: 10 AM to 6 PM | Sunday: Closed

Kids will have so much fun at this aquatic center!

From an amazing water slide to a climbing wall and many opportunities for physical activity, Pinedale Aquatic Center is a great option for grown-ups and their little ones to spend a nice relaxing day.

Where: 931 Martin Esquibel Street, Cheyenne, WY, USA

Hours:
August 26, 2019 – June 3, 2020 Schedule:
Lap Swim: M, W, F: 6 AM. – 9 PM | T &TH: 6 AM. – 7 PM | SA &SU: 11 AM – 5 PM

Recreational Swim: M, W, F: 1 PM – 4 PM | M, W, F: 7 AM- 9 PM | T &TH: 10 AM – 4 PM | SA &SU: 1 PM– 5 PM
Toddler Time: M, W, F: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
June 7 – August 25 Schedule:
Lap Swim: M, W, F: 6:00 AM – 9 PM | T & TH: 6 AM – 7 PM | SA & SU: 11 AM  – 5 PM
Recreational Swim: T – SU: 1 PM – 5 PM | M, W, F: 7 AM – 9 PM
Toddler Time: M,W: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | F: 10:30  AM– 11:30 AM

You will be able to choose from many interesting and fun class options at the Cheyenne Aquatic Center!

Enjoy some recreational swimming, lap swimming, and more! The whole family will have a great time!

Where: 1491 Sheridan Ave, Cody, WY, USA
Hours: Three departures daily, May 25 – September 10 | Depending on the day

Enjoy the local scenery and wildlife as you try this whitewater experience with the entire family!

You will see cascades and breathtaking scenic beauty of the Northfork Shoshone River. Adventurous families will love it!

Where: 1775 Hitching Post Dr, Green River, WY, USA
Hours: Monday through Friday: 5 AM -1 PM, 4 PM. – 8:30 p.m. *No school days or school breaks – 5 AM – 8:30 PM | Saturday: 8 AM- 4:30 PM (October through April), 10 AM-  3:30 PM (May through September) | Sunday: 12:00 PM- 3:30 PM | The pool is closed periodically for lessons, so please contact the front desk for full details

The entire family will have guaranteed fun in this L-shaped swimming pool where you can do some recreational and competitive swimming!

Enjoy swim programs, lessons, exercise classes, and more! This is a great way to enjoy the summer with kids in Wyoming!

Where: Yellowstone National Park, WY, USA
Hours: Please visit the website for a detailed schedule

Enjoy a nice summer day visiting the world’s first national park!

You will see breathtaking scenery and enjoy a nice family day exploring this amazing National Park and its wildlife. You can camp, practice horse-riding, ride a bike, and so much more!