Highlight • Natural Monument
Bluebell Pool
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5.0
(16)
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February 1, 2020
Hiking
•October 5, 2025
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Special Location: The basin is famous for its unique scenery, where hot springs, mud pots, and geysers steam directly against the backdrop of the cold Yellowstone Lake and the distant Absaroka Mountains.
Diverse Features: Although there is less geyser activity than in other basins, West Thumb offers a wide variety of hydrothermal features:
Abyss Pool: A deep, vibrant blue pool (over 16 meters deep) known for its abyssal depth.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Bluebell Pool
5.0
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122
hikers
2.51km
00:39
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
11
hikers
4.50km
01:11
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4
hikers
15.2km
03:59
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 2,360 m
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