Firehole River – Upper Geyser Hill Trail loop from Old Faithful Inn

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Firehole River – Upper Geyser Hill Trail loop from Old Faithful Inn

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Firehole River – Upper Geyser Hill Trail loop from Old Faithful Inn

00:40

2.61km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

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Yellowstone National Park

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562 m

Firehole River

Highlight • River

This river is the main river in the area and many geysers and pools give their "sewage" to the Firehole River. He is also the meeting place of many fly fishermen.

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836 m

Upper Geyser Hill Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Upper Geyser Hill Trail winds through the Upper Geyser Basin via paved paths and boardwalks, offering the best (and safest) views of many hydrothermal features. Home to the highest …

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959 m

Arrowhead Spring

Highlight • Natural Monument

This is one of the tougher hot springs to see in Yellowstone, since it's only barely visible from on the trail — but please do obey the rules about staying …

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1.04 km

Beehive Geyser

Highlight • Natural Monument

The 60m high geyser, named after a beehive, has a side exit announcing the right eruption of the Great Geyser.

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1.21 km

Sulfide Spring

Highlight • Natural Monument

This tiny pool lies right off the boardwalk and flows under the walkway down to the Firehole River. You get a great view of the spring. . . and a strong smell of its namesake.

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