Shell Falls, Sheridan

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Shell Falls is a waterfall in the Bighorn National Forest on Shell Creek, about halfway down Shell Canyon, and a few miles upstream from the town of Shell in northeast Wyoming. The falls are 120 feet (36 meters) in height and tumble over basement rock of granite.
From the rest area and interpretive center, one can see outcrops of the Cambrian flathead sandstone, about 550 million years old, resting on 2.9 billion year old Precambrian rocks—some of the oldest rocks on earth. Visitors can also see "Copman's Tomb", a massive limestone promontory to the north.

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By pjkenny98

Gorgeous waterfall and area! There are nice paved trails. Stairs to waterfall are steep but there are handrails. Wish they would go back and put up hummingbird feeders again. Used to enjoy the...

Gorgeous waterfall and area! There are nice paved trails. Stairs to waterfall are steep but there are handrails. Wish they would go back and put up hummingbird feeders again. Used to enjoy the... more »
By Paul B

Shell Falls is one of the most spectacular falls I have seen. We were not aware of it and were beyond pleasantly surprised when we came to it. A must see in the Bighorns.

Shell Falls is one of the most spectacular falls I have seen. We were not aware of it and were beyond pleasantly surprised when we came to it. A must see in the Bighorns. more »

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By Linda Magnuson

Beautiful stop! The drive through Bighorn National Forest is beautiful, but make sure you have good brakes and allow time to drive carefully through the canyon. Shell Falls has very easy walkways and is not far from the parking lot.

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By Victoria Poisel

I loved the scenic drive from Sheridan to this spot. Yes the switchbacks are crazy, and you can't go very fast, but there is just so much to see. The road has many overlooks and photo opportunities keeping every traveler safe. We went during an off time so things weren't open along the way or at the falls but I would definitely want to come back and visit in the summer.

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