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Heart Spring

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Heart Spring

Heart Spring

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    9.08km

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    90m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    September 16, 2024

    Heart Spring was named by geologist George Marler in 1959 due to its heart-like shape. This clear blue pool in Yellowstone boasts vibrant orange and yellow thermophiles in its outwash channel, spans 7.5 feet by 10 feet at the surface, and is 15 feet deep. This heart is hot, with an average temperature of 184.8 fahrenheit. Like other hot springs in Yellowstone, Heart Spring is part of the park's hydrothermal system, where superheated water rises from underground, cooling as it reaches the surface. The thermophiles that thrive in these extreme temperatures create colorful patterns around the spring. Visitors must stay on designated paths to avoid burns.

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      Elevation 2,230 m

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      This Highlight is in a protected area

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      Location: Teton County, Wyoming, United States

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