Tortoise Shell Spring is named for the buildup of minerals from the surrounding springs that resemble tortoise shell. The bubbling, turbulent waters are an amazing thing to watch as they constantly cast more material onto the zoomorphic structure.

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1. Upper Geyser Basin Trail

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Hike the easy 3.2-mile Upper Geyser Basin Trail in Yellowstone to see Old Faithful and numerous other geysers and hot springs.

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2. Upper Geyser Hill Trail – Firehole River loop from West Yellowstone

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Old Faithful Geyser – Firehole River loop from Old Faithful Inn

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 2,230 m

Weather

Sunday 15 March

-4°C

-17°C

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Location: Teton County, Wyoming, United States

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Tortoise Shell Spring

1. Upper Geyser Basin Trail

2. Upper Geyser Hill Trail – Firehole River loop from West Yellowstone

3. Old Faithful Geyser – Firehole River loop from Old Faithful Inn

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