Fountain Paint Pot

The fascinating Fountain Paint Pot area in Yellowstone National Park contains all four types of thermal features that are popular to view - geysers, hot springs, mud pots and fumaroles.

  • See all four types of geothermal attractions in one location.
  • A short boardwalk takes you up close.
  • See geysers erupt up to 200 feet.
  • Experience the bubbling mud pots.
  • View the largest hot springs in Yellowstone – Firehole Lake.
  • Easily accessed from the West or South Entrances of Yellowstone.

Overview

Take a walk along a short boardwalk within the Fountain Paint Pot area to experience the wide range of geothermal attractions offered in Yellowstone.

Location

The Fountain Paint Pot area is south of Madison and north of Old Faithful between the Midway and Lower Geyser Basins.

Seasons Open

Yellowstone National Park is open all year. During the winter, however, you may only be able to reach the Fountain Paint Pot area by snow vehicle.

Some of the Sights of Fountain Paint Pot

Enjoy the many types of thermal activities found at Fountain Paint Pots.

Red Spouter - This spring originated with the Hebgen Lake earthquake, and changes throughout the seasons. During the summer months it is a fumarole, but from late fall to early summer it spouts red water and mud.

Great Fountain Geyser - Eruptions can go as high as 100 feet, but if you are lucky, you may get to view the rare 200-foot spouts.

Firehole Lake - Firehole Lake is the largest hot spring in the vicinity. The average temperature of this lake is a steaming 158° F.

Steady Geyser - True to its name, Steady Geyser has erupted since 1871. This geyser has two alternating vents from which it erupts. Currently only the lower vent is active, and spurts a height of 5 feet.

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