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Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park

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#5 of 83 in Parks in Yellowstone National Park

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A large complex of springs in Yellowstone National Park, Mammoth Hot Springs, was created over thousands of years by hot water from the springs cooling and depositing calcium carbonate. Typically a bleached-white hue, the dramatic terraced sections flow with water originating from rain and snowmelt, causing a frozen cascade effect (though the water that forms this area is extremely hot). The flow of water depends on the environment at any given time, but you can walk the boardwalks along the lower and upper terraces, observing the scenery and wildlife. To visit Mammoth Hot Springs and other attractions in Yellowstone National Park, use our Yellowstone National Park trip itinerary planner.

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By Debra R

I have not seen anything like Mammoth Hot Springs elsewhere in the states. It offers a wow moment and fantastic visions. We have visited multiple times and always have been delighted to see this...

I have not seen anything like Mammoth Hot Springs elsewhere in the states. It offers a wow moment and fantastic visions. We have visited multiple times and always have been delighted to see this... more »
By Hermes_NL

Mammoth hot springs is a fascinating part of Yellowstone and the first thing you meet when using the North Entrance. Very extensive boardwalks allow great views of the terraces and springs.

Mammoth hot springs is a fascinating part of Yellowstone and the first thing you meet when using the North Entrance. Very extensive boardwalks allow great views of the terraces and springs. more »

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By Balakay Smith

Our family had been to Yellowstone a couple of times, but we had never done the north side. Mammoth lives up to its name. There is an upper and lower with different parking areas. Once you park there several boardwalks you can wonder around to see the various parts of Mammoth Hot Springs. We took our 3 girls and they really enjoyed it. There is a small town near by with shops, restaurants, restrooms and park areas.

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By D FANCHER

Very cool place to visit. You can drive around the vehicle pathway and see the different parts of it or you can walk around the various parts using the walkway. There were elk all around relaxing near the information center nearby. There is free WiFi in the area too. Also, there is an in park hotel there that you can reserve (reserve at least a year in advance of your visit) less crowded area when I went (around 5:30pm)

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