Hike To Lone Star Geyser To Find A Hidden Wyoming Wonder

Everyone who’s visited Yellowstone has seen Old Faithful Geyser. It’s sort of the “Times Square” of Wyoming, and as much as locals believe it to be overhyped and overcrowded, it is an amazing thing to see – once. If you like watching geyers steam, bubble, and spurt, skip Old Faithful this time and head to a remote geologic wonder that’s tucked into the backcountry of Yellowstone National Park – the impressive Lone Star Geyser.

The 5.3 mile out-and-back trail is one of the hidden wonders of Yellowstone National Park.

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You’ll follow the Firehole River down from Grand Loop Road into an often ignored part of the park.

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This remote trail is well maintained and an easy escape from the sometimes brutal Yellowstone crowds.

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You’ll love wandering through one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems. Be sure to carry bear spray and hike in groups!

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A few miles in to your hike, you’ll spot Lone Star Geyser! Many visitors find it more enchanting than Old Faithful thanks to its 45 foot high eruptions that occur approximately every 3 hours.

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Lone Star erupts for nearly half an hour, and you can check with the rangers to find out when the last activity was. Since this geyser is pretty predictable, it’s easy to plan a hike out there to see it blow!

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The Upper Geyser Basin is home to the largest concentration of these wonders in the world - so take your time exploring them all.

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Address: Lone Star Geyser Trailhead, Yellowstone National Park, WY, 82190