Sentinel Meadows & Queen’s Laundry Trail

NPS / Addy Falgoust

The trail follows the Firehole River a short distance, then veers toward the meadows. Look for the large sinter mounds of hot springs and the remains of the old, incomplete bathhouse at Queen’s Laundry. Begun in 1881, construction was abandoned as park administrations and priorities changed. Minerals from the hot springs preserved the structure, which was the first building constructed by the government for public use in any national park. Queen’s Laundry is a National Historic Site.

Safety notes: Hiking off-trail in the hydrothermal areas is not permitted.

Trailheads: Park at the end of Fountain Flats Drive and cross the bridge over the Firehole River.

Details

Duration

2-4 Hours

This is a 3.8-mile (6.1-kilometer) there-and-back trail that begins and ends at the same trailhead.

Activity

Hiking

Moderately easy hike

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Midway Geyser Basin

This trail is located in the western part of the park, with the trailhead north of Midway Geyser Basin.

Reservations

No

Season

Winter, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Any Time

Accessibility Information

 

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