Grand Prismatic Spring

Grand Prismatic Spring is a hot spring Yellowstone National Park located in United States.

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    Hot Spring

Address

Yellowstone National Park , WY 82190 United States

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Adam Sigel

It’s incredible to see the sheer scale of Grand Prismatic Spring and Excelsior Geyser. If you want to be able to observe an entire spring with similar coloring, Silex Spring is about 5 minutes north.

Jason Shellhammer

Awesome, but know what you see in the books and pictures is not what you see in person. You are not elevated above the pool.

Richard Wallass

A+++ place to visit in yellowstone. Check the colors of the fogs before to arrive...

Ryan Weysern Wong

Your stay in Yellowstone National Park is never complete without a trip to the heavenly Grand Prismatic Spring! Witness the most beautiful hot spring in the States with your naked eyes!

Ju Le

Waited about 40 minutes to get a parking spot . Because of the wind we saw just a peek of the grand prismatic spring and a whole lot of steam. Maybe hike up to the lookout to see it better.

Florence H

Absolutely gorgeous. This is a must see. You won't regret it! Take the whole loop. It can be a little crowded though.

Josh H.

Do this one in the late afternoon and you can get some spectacular pics.

Joey Carmello

Hard to see in the evening as it gets cooler (more steam). The overlook is great.

Kevin Wilson

Take your time - charge up your camera batteries - you will need them

Jason Shellhammer

Excellent place. Amazing view .

Vansi

Check out the outlook. You’ll have to drive to another trail head and walk for 20 min.

Celia Ffrench

Follow the fairy falls path to look down on the spring for a good view

Tour Carrie

Do the hike up to the overlook from Fairy Falls Parking Lot !

Jason Shellhammer

Awesome view of a full fledged hot spring .

Deb Tien

Don't miss this! It's an amazing geologic anomaly!

Songsong Zhang

Take the fairy falls trial for Grand Prismatic Overlook

PureWow

Good God you’re pretty, Yellowstone National Park. Read more

Shannon Jeropke

Check the app to see when it will erupt

Weston Shirey

Go in the morning to avoid the hordes of people

Lauren

Watch out for the selfie sticks

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Trail to the overlook is a 15-20 minute hike. Suited for kids. Our three year old made it easily. It’s crowded though. BUT the view is definitely worth it! Would definitely recommend to stop here. - Ju Le

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