West Thumb Geyser Basin Trail (U.S. National Park Service)

Stroll through a geyser basin of colorful hot springs and dormant lakeshore geysers situated on the scenic shores of Yellowstone Lake.

Safety notes: Be sure to stay on the boardwalks at all times.

Trailheads: West Thumb Geyser Basin Parking Area.

This is a 0.6-mile (1-kilometer) loop trail that begins and ends at the same trailhead.

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

This trail is located in the southern part of the park, with the trailhead in the West Thumb Geyser Basin parking lot.

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Lace up your boots and explore some of the over 1,000 miles of trails in Yellowstone National Park.

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