The Midway Geyser Basin is part of the giant Yellowstone Caldera and features two significant geothermal landmark: the Excelsior Geyser (a crater that discharges 4,000 gallons of water per minute into the nearby Firehole River) and the Grand Prismatic Spring (the largest hot spring in the US). A short loop on boardwalks takes you into the basin and along these stunning locations. Come early in the day to avoid the crowds.

H.S.White

October 2, 2023

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The Midway Geyser Basin is a geyser basin in Yellowstone National Park. It is located within the Yellowstone Caldera, north of the Upper Geyser Basin in the U.S. state of …

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H.S.White

October 8, 2023

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Maybe don't plan your visit around lunchtime, as there is a huge rush at that time. Parking spaces are in short supply and longer waiting times are inevitable.

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1. Grand Prismatic Spring - Midway Geyser Basin

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2. Grand Prismatic Spring – Grand Prismatic Spring loop from West Yellowstone

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3. Grand Prismatic Spring – Grand Prismatic Spring loop from West Yellowstone

3.58km

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Elevation 2,210 m

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Location: Teton County, Wyoming, United States

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Grand Prismatic Spring

1. Grand Prismatic Spring - Midway Geyser Basin

2. Grand Prismatic Spring – Grand Prismatic Spring loop from West Yellowstone

3. Grand Prismatic Spring – Grand Prismatic Spring loop from West Yellowstone

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