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Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park is one of the national parks in the United States with a diverse combination of views. The park's terrain covers snow-capped mountains, forests, canyons, lakes, and rivers, and a more unique view is the geothermal activity—the colorfulGrand Prismatic Springis the landmark and symbol of Yellowstone. The park is divided into 5 major areas by the figure-8 Grand Loop Road: the northwest is Mammoth Hot Springs, where the layered carbonate terraces are spectacular, making it one of the largest known carbonate-depositing hot springs in the world; the northeast is the Roosevelt area, which retains an old-fashioned Western style; the central part is the Canyon area, where the Brink of Lower Falls and the upper and lower falls are magnificent; the southeast is the Yellowstone Lake area, where hot springs and lake water blend to form a unique view; the southwest is the Geyser area, whereOld Faithfulis famous for its predictable eruption cycle. In addition, Norris Geyser Basin is located on the north side of the Grand Loop Road between Mammoth and the Canyon area, and it is one of the hotter geothermal areas in the Yellowstone region. The park is home to American bison, elk, moose, black bears, grizzly bears, wolves, pronghorn, and various bird species, and herds of bison often leisurely cross the road. Viewing geothermal features, wildlife observation, and hiking are long-standing popular experiences here, and the vast wilderness and varied terrain also provide rich material for photography.Park County · 43.5 km from West Yellowstone
Old Faithful
Old Faithful Geyser is located in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA. It is one of the most famous geysers in the world and is famous for its regular eruption. The geyser will erupt every 90 minutes. Visitors can check the predicted time at the visitor center before the eruption, which is usually accurate. The viewing location for viewing the geyser is the Old Faithful Observatory, which is about 1.6 kilometers away from the geyser and takes about 30 minutes to walk. There are wooden boardwalks along the way to facilitate tourists to arrive safely. It is recommended to bring a waterproof jacket and a camera to record the spectacular eruption scene. There are benches near the observation deck, which is suitable for resting while waiting for the eruption. Old Faithful Inn is a nearby accommodation option. It is recommended to book several months in advance, especially in the summer tourist season. There is a restaurant in the hotel, providing simple meals and drinks. Public transportation is inconvenient, so it is recommended to drive there. The parking lot is about a 5-minute walk from the geyser entrance. Some roads may be closed in winter, so you need to check the road conditions in advance.Teton County · 31.3 km from West Yellowstone
Norris Geyser Basin
Located on the west side of Yellowstone Park, it is a relatively unstable series of geysers in the park. The colors are also very rich, ranging from clear blue-green to milk-like blue-white. Due to its instability, new fountains appear every year and old ones run out. There are also some orange or green channels formed by fungi, which are also very beautiful. The world's largest geyser is also located here. It has been dormant for a long time and only erupts once in many years (the last eruption was in 2008). Echinus Geyser is also a famous fountain. Its characteristic is that it is an acidic hot spring, while most of the hot springs in Yellowstone are alkaline. It has a pH value of 3 and is said to be as acidic as lemon juice. In addition, famous hot springs include PearGeyser, Porcelain Basin, LedgeGeyser, Colloidal Pool, etc.Park County · 32.4 km from West Yellowstone
Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Parkis located in northwestern Wyoming, United States. The park covers an area of over 1,000 sq km and is famous for its rugged snow-capped peaks, clear lakes, dense forests, and abundant wildlife. Ancient glaciers moved through the mountains, carving out deep canyons and leaving behind numerous lakes, streams, and waterfalls. Jenny Lake, at the foot of the mountains, is an alpine lake formed by glacial erosion. Its water is clear and transparent, surrounded by forests and snow-capped peaks. Many visitors take a shuttle boat across the lake and then follow the trail to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point. Standing on the lakeshore and looking out, you can see the entire Teton Range reflected in the water. The park features diverse ecosystems, including prairies, wetlands, and coniferous forests, providing a habitat for a large number of animals.United States · Teton County
Gibbon Falls
Teton County · 26.4 km from West Yellowstone
Brink of Lower Falls
One of the very famous landscapes of Yellowstone Park, you can watch the magnificent deep canyon and the waterfall at the same time. If the weather is good, you will see a rainbow across the canyon. There are two waterfalls in the Yellowstone Grand Canyon, Upper Fall and Lower Fall. The drop of the lower waterfall is larger and more spectacular. ArtistPoint is a good location for shooting the lower waterfall. Long-term river erosion has formed magnificent rock walls, showing yellow, orange, brown, brown, etc. The Indians call it "Yellowstone".Park County · 48.4 km from West Yellowstone
Mammoth Hot Springs
Located in the northwest of Yellowstone Park, it is the largest carbonate sedimentary hot spring that has been proven in the world. The headquarters of the Yellowstone Park Administration is here, and various supporting service facilities are also relatively complete. The landscape is dominated by limestone steps, also known as the hot step area, which can be divided into Upper Terraces and Lower Terraces, which used to be rich in color, but now most of the hot springs have dried up, resulting in the death of a large number of microorganisms, and also lost The color remains on the dried up steps, forming a peculiar landform.Park County · 46.6 km from West Yellowstone
Thumb Geyser
Located on the west side of Yellowstone Lake, there are many hot springs and relatively few tourists. The hot springs in the lake are the characteristics of this place. The water jets gurgling from the bottom of the lake are dark, transparent green, sapphire blue, and colorful. In addition to the colorful geysers, the nearby Yellowstone Lake and the snow-capped mountains in the distance complement each other. If the weather is fine , is a rare good scenery.Teton County · 50.3 km from West Yellowstone
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is located south of Grand Teton Park and is named after the famous historic canyon jacksonhole. Jacksonhole has a steep terrain with a vertical drop of up to 1262 meters. The Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has the highest vertical drop among the ski resorts in the United States, so it has become a well-known skiing place in the United States. In addition to skiing, sports such as hiking are also offered here in summer.United States · Teton Village
Hebgen Lake
Gallatin County · 17.5 km from West Yellowstone
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Yellowstone National Park
Park County · 43.5 km from West YellowstoneOld Faithful
Teton County · 31.3 km from West YellowstoneNorris Geyser Basin
Park County · 32.4 km from West YellowstoneGrand Teton National Park
United States · Teton CountyGibbon Falls
Teton County · 26.4 km from West YellowstoneBrink of Lower Falls
Park County · 48.4 km from West YellowstoneMammoth Hot Springs
Park County · 46.6 km from West YellowstoneThumb Geyser
Teton County · 50.3 km from West YellowstoneJackson Hole Mountain Resort
United States · Teton VillageHebgen Lake
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What travelers say about West Yellowstone
M36***00July 12, 2025
5.0
黄石公园是美国十分著名的风景区，主要有六大景观。黄石公园是火山喷发后形成的地热地况，有泥浆泉，蒸汽泉，喷发泉，以及由富含矿物质沉积的地热泉形成的多彩热泉，著名的有间歇长达94分钟大喷泉，牵牛花泉等，还有一处山水景观和一处雅丹景观。以及众多的美洲野牛，棕熊，驯鹿等等
Yellowstone National Park
chenweiwenMarch 16, 2021
5.0
Old Faithful Geyser is the most famous sight in Yellowstone Park in the United States. The most famous geyser in Yellowstone is Old Faithful. It does not erupt irregularly like other geysers. It erupts every few dozen minutes and never disappoints tourists. Its unfailing fidelity has endeared it to the world. The Old Faithful fountain sprays out every 56 minutes, each time lasting about 4 minutes. The highest and most beautiful spray is in the first 20 seconds. Each time it sprays a total of about 10,000 gallons of hot water, with a height of 40-50 meters, and the water temperature is Celsius 93 degrees. Through winter and summer, the Old Faithful Fountain keeps spraying according to a certain pattern, earning it the reputation of "Old Faithful". When people come to Yellowstone Park, they must take a look at Old Faithful Fountain. But when you see it not spraying, it is like a galloping horse. When the sun shines, the water vapor flashes out in colorful colors, which is so spectacular that no one can help but sigh in admiration.
Old Faithful
旅の径March 30, 2020
4.0
Norris Geyser Basin is a unique landscape in Yellowstone National Park.
From a distance, it looks like a bizarre ancient battlefield, with hot mist floating and dispersing on the white and gray rock surface, and bare dead trees lying and standing.
From a close look, it looks like a colorful palette, with green, orange, and purple colors in the water, competing for beauty.
Norris Geyser Basin
YoYo_1I8Q7O5OAugust 1, 2026
5.0
The snow-capped peaks of Grand Teton are reflected in the lake, green trees mirrored in the blue water, creating a picturesque scene. A group of people stopped by the roadside, cameras in hand, taking pictures of the mountain, which remained serene. Wildflowers swayed in the wind, and marmots peeked out of their burrows before retreating back inside. A small boat drifted slowly on the lake, unpaddled. As dusk fell, the setting sun painted the mountaintops pink, then faded to a greyish-blue, making one shiver with cold. After a while, the wind seemed to carry away even the most vivid memories.
Grand Teton National Park
gz当地向导伊妹儿March 13, 2020
5.0
Yellowstone Grand Canyon boasts pristine natural scenery, beautiful landscapes, fresh air, a natural and comfortable environment, and is highly engaging and unique. From its vantage points, one can enjoy panoramic views of the stunning scenery.
Brink of Lower Falls
哈仙August 14, 2025
4.0
猛犸温泉以层层堆叠的石灰岩台阶闻名，类似“梯田”，由高温地下水溶解碳酸钙后在地表冷却沉积形成。藻类和嗜热菌的代谢活动曾赋予台阶棕、橙、红、绿等斑斓色彩，远观如“七彩阶梯”。核心区域，拥有密集的栈道系统，可近距离观赏**调色板泉**（Palette Springs）、**金丝雀泉**（Canary Spring）等。此处景观常被类比“四川黄龙”，泉水沿阶梯流淌的痕迹清晰可见。
Mammoth Hot Springs
E03***23January 24, 2018
5.0
There is a circle of wooden plank roads around the West Thumb Geyser Basin, from which you can enjoy the unique scenery here from different angles. There are many small hot springs and a super large lake. The scenery is fascinating.
Thumb Geyser
jixiang2014November 16, 2019
5.0
We will stay at the west gate of Yellowstone tonight. Americans like to travel in an RV, with the whole family going on a self-driving tour. At night, we will go to the campsite to charge and barbecue, and stay to rest. It is very comfortable. In addition, Americans are very warm and friendly.
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
