West Thumb & Grant Village
Things to Do and See
- West Thumb Geyser Basin
Stroll along the boardwalk trail and visit geothermal features like the stunning Abyss Pool. - Yellowstone Lake
Grant Village and West Thumb are located right on Yellowstone Lake. Check out the steam vents and geothermal features right on the lake or join a sea kayaking tour and explore the lake's vast waters. - West Thumb Visitor's Center
The Grant Visitor Center has an exhibit showing information on the 1988 fires and how the fire affects the environment, as well as a movie entitled Ten Years after the Fire, shown regularly during the summer. - Hike to Shoshone Lake
Explore the largest of Yellowstone's backcountry lakes, easily accessible via hiking trail from West Thumb.
Lodging and Camping
- Grant Village Lodge
Stay in one of two lodges conveniently located in Grant Village. - Grant Village Campground
A great campground in the woods on Yellowstone Lake, the Grant Village Campground is located an easy 22 miles from the South Entrance.