Firehole Lake Drive
This two-mile road leads to the Great Fountain Geyser -- a spectacular sight if it's erupting.
Plan Around Firehole Lake Drive
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Firehole Lake Drive Details
This two-mile road leads to the Great Fountain Geyser -- a spectacular sight if it's erupting -- as well as other geysers, hot lakes, hot springs, and even a hot cascade. Firehole Lake Drive is a one-way half-circle that connects to the Grand Loop Road.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
Region
Madison to Old Faithful
Nearby Parks Around Firehole Lake Drive
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Firehole Lake Drive
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0.1 mi away
Lower Geyser Basin
Contains a wide variety of geothermal features within its 12 square miles.
0.2 mi away
Fountain Paint Pot Trail
This short, easy boardwalk loop offers a chance to sample a number of the geothermal features.
0.2 mi away
Red Spouter
This interesting thermal feature becomes a pool of vivaciously bubbling, splashing reddish mud.
0.2 mi away
Jet Geyser
Located very close to a park road and can be seen from a closer distance than most geysers.
