Grand Prismatic Spring, located in Midway Geyser Basin, has the distinction of being the park’s largest hot spring. It measures approximately 370 feet …
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Oct 17, 2024
It is better to view this with the sun shining as the sun's light and heat affect the colors of the spring due to the bacteria in the water. As we parked, the sun went behind a dark cloud; however, t… Full review by RDH2017
Sep 30, 2024
The short hike was well worth the amazing view. This was one of the top things to see in the park for us. The colors of the spring were beautiful and the overall view was spectacular/ Full review by Gary925
Sep 20, 2024
Another "must see" sight when visiting Yellowstone NP. The best place to view Grand Prismatic Spring is from the overlook off Fairy Falls walk which is a short hike from the car park. Viewing from a … Full review by Spiderdog
How far is the hike/walk to the Grand Prismatic Spring Overlook from the parking area? Also it was stated "a small incline", how big is small. Can I make it on crutches?
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The round trip walk from the Fairy Falls trail parking lot to the Grand Prismatic Spring overlook is 1.51 miles with a 135 foot gain. The incline is not severe but is about 4/10 of a mile …
The round trip walk from the Fairy Falls trail parking lot to the Grand Prismatic Spring overlook is 1.51 miles with a 135 foot gain. The incline is not severe but is about 4/10 of a mile climb of the 1.51 miles. I don't know your fitness level but I would agree with the other reply that if you are younger and in good fitness you should be able to do it.
Hey everyone, we are planing a road trip to Yellowstone for the last week of March, I wanted to know if we can see the Grand Prismatic at that time of the year? TIA
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The park should be open barring heavy snowfall. I have only visited in the summer and once in Oct on our honeymoon and as I remember one of the entrances to the park was …
The park should be open barring heavy snowfall. I have only visited in the summer and once in Oct on our honeymoon and as I remember one of the entrances to the park was closed by snow. You have to go up a boardwalk incline in the summer to see the spring. There may be snowmobiles to rent if you need to. The buffalo get there somehow--you can see their droppings. I'd call the visitor center for info. The spring is beautiful. Hope you get to see it.
Hello, Do you remember the name of the snowmobile tour company that you used? I am only able to find tours to old faithful. Thank you!
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The Prismatic Spring is on the way to Old Faithful from West Yellowstone. It is right on the river. They may not be stopping there because it is on the south side of the river from the …
The Prismatic Spring is on the way to Old Faithful from West Yellowstone. It is right on the river. They may not be stopping there because it is on the south side of the river from the road, which is on the north side of the river. See if they let you snowshoe to destinations on the way to Old Faithful.
How far is the hike round trip to the upper viewing for grand prismatic? This is one of the top places I'd like to visit on our trip. We plan to get there very early in the am but are novice hikers with a 4yr old. Any suggestions are appreciated!!!
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There is a short uphill part of the trail but people of all ages were hiking the trail. It is not long at all, less than I mike I would guess. There are a couple of geysers along the way too …
There is a short uphill part of the trail but people of all ages were hiking the trail. It is not long at all, less than I mike I would guess. There are a couple of geysers along the way too so it feels like a short trip. For sure go to the top the view is amazing! but yes if it is cold (morning time) there will be fog and not much of a view. I went around 12!
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