Upper Terrace Drive
May 27, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 7 °C
As we left along Upper Terrace Drive, we had several up-close and personal views of formations along the roadway.
Porcelain Basin (1 of 2)
May 27, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 7 °C
Continuing on to Norris Geyser Basin, we first walked along the Porcelain Basin boardwalk trail. Here, we saw several features, including Ledge Geyser and the Colloidal Pool.
Porcelain Basin (2 of 2)
May 27, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 7 °C
The boardwalk crosses the basin, allowing for overhead views of Whirligig Geyser and Pinwheel Geyser.
Back Basin (1 of 5)
May 27, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 7 °C
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 GeyserRead more
Back Basin (2 of 5)
May 27, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 7 °C
Continuing along the boardwalk, we saw Vixen, Pearl and Pork Chop Geysers.
Back Basin (3 of 5)
May 27, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 8 °C
As the boardwalk meanders through the basin it crosses Tantalus Creek and passes Yellow Funnel, Green Dragon, and Mystic Springs.
Back Basin (4 of 5)
May 27, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 8 °C
Passing Crater Spring, the boardwalk comes to Echinus Geyser. Now, mostly dormant, Echinus once erupted every 35 to 75 minutes, reaching a height of 40-60 feet.
Back Basin (5 of 5)
May 27, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 8 °C
Coming to the end of the trail, we passed Cistern Spring, Steamboat Geyser and Emerald Spring. Tending to be dormant for years at a time, Steamboat Geyser has been fairly active over the past year,Read more
Lower Geyser Basin
May 27, 2019 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 10 °C
Nearing the end of the day, we headed to the park's Lower Geyser Basin. Here, we saw Young Hopeful and Artesia Geysers. We also drove along the Firehole Lake Drive, which offered additional views ofRead more
Wildlife and Fauna
May 27, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 10 °C
Wildlife and fauna found near Mammoth.
Grand Teton National Park
May 28, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 9 °C
Today, we traveled the John D. Rockefeller Memorial Highway to Grand Tetons National Park. A popular destination at the park is Jenny Lake. There, we spent a couple of hours hiking the Jenny LakeRead more
South Yellowstone
May 28, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
As we re-entered Yellowstone, we passed the Continental Divide. This point marks the division between watersheds flowing to the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Being early evening, wildlife had startedRead more
Midway Geyser Basin (1 of 3)
May 28, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 8 °C
As we neared the north end of the park it was still daylight, allowing us to stop at the Midway Geyser Basin. Within the basin is the Excelsior Geyser Crater, Grand Prismatic Spring, Turquoise Pool,Read more
Midway Geyser Basin (2 of 3)
May 28, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 10 °C
The most popular feature at Midway Geyser Basin is Grand Prismatic Spring. With a diameter of 370 feet, it's the largest hot spring in the United States. The Spring's vibrant range of colors resultsRead more
Midway Geyser Basin (3 of 3)
May 28, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 9 °C
A 0.8 mile boardwalk winds through the basin allowing visitors to view the various features within the site.
Fairy Falls Trail (1 of 2)
May 29, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Today's adventures included a hike on the Fairy Falls Trail. There are several springs and pools near the trailhead. Further along the trail are the remnants of trees destroyed by the 1988 wildfire.
Fairy Falls Trail (2 of 2)
May 29, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Downed trees near the falls provide passage across a small creek. The area also offers opportunities to view native wildlife, including this butterfly.
Grand Prismatic Spring
May 29, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Due to its size, the best way to view Grand Prismatic Spring is from above. An overlook situated along Fairy Falls Trail offers an ideal spot to view the spring.
Fairy Falls
May 29, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
After hiking just over 2.5 miles I reached the falls. At 197 feet high, Fairy Falls is one of the tallest waterfalls at Yellowstone. At the base of the falls is a shallow, shaded pool.
Imperial Geyser
May 29, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Another half-mile of hiking brought me to Imperial Geyser. Before reaching the geyser, I hiked along its runoff channel. Once arriving at the geyser I was treated to a near constant eruption reachingRead more
Artist Paintpots (1 of 3)
May 29, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C
Artists Paintpots is located in the Gibbon Geyser Basin. A short loop trail winds through the features of the area, including streams, mud pools, geysers and steam vents.
Artist Paintpot (2 of 3)
May 29, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C
The trail leads up Paintpot Hill, at the top of which are several thermal pools, constantly bubbling mud pools and views of the Gibbon River Valley and Gibbon Meadows below.
Artist Paintpot (3 of 3)
May 29, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C
Additional views from the top of Paintpot Hill include steam vents, pools and the basin below.
45th Parallel
May 29, 2019 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 15 °C
Our last picture taken at Yellowstone shows the sign identifying the 45th Parallel of Latitude within the park's boundaries. This spot marks the midway point between the Equator and the North Pole.
Glacier National Park
May 30, 2019 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
Today we traveled to Glacier National Park in northwestern Montana. We checked into the Village Inn, which is located within the Park. Situated on Lake McDonald, the Inn offers amazing views of theRead more