South Scalloped Spring
Named for the ornate mineral formations along the edge of the pool.
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South Scalloped Spring Details
South Scalloped Spring was named for the ornate mineral formations along the edge of the pool. The mineral deposits are formed from the constant supply of hot water spilling over the edges of the lip of the pool. Sometimes, earthquake activity can rearrange the plumbing system underneath, causing the spring's water level to drop, as we'll see at our next stop. The water in South Scalloped Spring is boiling, which means a temperature of 199 degrees F. Visitors often ask, why do elk and bison walk so close to the scalding water in these pools? The spring just up the trail from us, Scalloped Spring, will provide some answers to these questions. Source: National Park Service, Exploring the Upper Geyser Basin, Orville Bach
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Scalloped Spring
The water level has obviously dropped over the years, most likely due from an earthquake.
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Sawmill
This feature is a geyser, not merely a hot spring, due to the biscuit like mineral deposits.
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Skeleton Trees
Over many years, thermal waters have flowed, not only killing the trees, but preserving them.
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Belgian Pool
In 1929, a gentleman from Belgium was visiting here, and fell into this pool.
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Crested Pool
The water is in a state of vigorous boil, which at an elevation of 7300 feet is 199 degrees F.
