Thermopolis feels more like a cozy outdoor resort than a bland assignment town — built around Hot Springs State Park with the world’s largest mineral spring, free public soaking baths, colorful terraces, a bison herd, scenic river trails and easy access to the Wyoming Dinosaur Center and Wind River Canyon for hiking, fishing and day adventures.
If you want a bit more dining, shopping or regional services within a day trip, Riverton is about 55 miles away (≈10.7k population) and Worland about 33–37 miles away (≈4.7k population), both offering more restaurants, clinics and weekend options while Thermopolis remains a restful, activity-rich home base.