Under construction when these photos were taken but meanwhile finished, a new official trail stretches for 0.5 mile, climbs 105 feet and brings you to a fantastic overlook of Grand Prismatic and Excelsior Geyser. The trail replaces many user-created trails that led to the unofficial "Picture Hill" off the Fairy Falls / Fountain Flat Dr trail to photograph the Grand Prismatic Spring and Excelsior Geyser from above.

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1. Fairy Falls Trail

15.5km

01:19

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Explore Yellowstone's Fairy Falls Trail by touring bike, an easy 9.7-mile route offering thermal features and a stunning waterfall.

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2. Leather Pool – Fountain Paint Pot Basin loop from West Yellowstone

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Fountain Paint Pot Basin – Leather Pool loop from Firehole River

21.7km

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 2,220 m

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Friday 13 March

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Location: Teton County, Wyoming, United States

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Grand Prismatic Spring & Excelsior Geyser Overlook

1. Fairy Falls Trail

2. Leather Pool – Fountain Paint Pot Basin loop from West Yellowstone

3. Fountain Paint Pot Basin – Leather Pool loop from Firehole River

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