Back Basin (1 of 5)

Norris' Back Basin is home to ten geysers and several thermal springs. Beginning along the boardwalk, we saw the Minute, Monarch and Fearless Geysers, as well as the Palpitator Spring. Minute Geyser is, unfortunately, a casualty of early visitors to the park, who would throw debris into the feature. At one time, the geyser would erupt every 60 seconds, but after years of vandalism, it now erupts irregularly.Read more