Vixen Geyser in Yellowstone National Park

Vixen Geyser

This small geyser erupts fairly rarely, and emits water 30 feet in the air for almost an entire hour.

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Vixen Geyser Details

This small geyser erupts fairly rarely, and emits water in a powerful jet 30 feet in the air for almost an entire hour. Located in the Norris Geyser Basin, this pink colored geyser is known for its temperamental, sporadic performances that result in eruptions of varying sizes and durations, but minor activity in the form of small, 8-foot splashy eruptions, occur every few seconds.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Vixen Geyser

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Pearl Geyser

Often considered one of the prettiest geysers in the park.

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Whirligig Geyser

Earning its name from the way water swirls in the crater during eruptions.

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Pinwheel Geyser

This geyser is best known for the spiraling veins of colorful, temperature sensitive algae.

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Norris Area

The Norris Geyser Basin is the main attraction of the Norris area of Yellowstone National Park.

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Museum of the National Park Ranger

You can see a 25-minute movie during your visit on the story of the National Park Service.