Mud Volcano — Attraction in West Yellowstone

The Mud Volcano trail near West Yellowstone, Montana, offers a fascinating glimpse into Yellowstone's geothermal wonders. This 0.8-mile road trail is relatively easy, taking about 21 minutes on average to complete, making it accessible for all skill levels.

The best time to visit is from May to October, when weather conditions are typically more favorable for hiking and exploring. Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed on this trail, but wildlife sightings, such as bison crossing the path, add to the excitement and natural beauty of the experience.

For anyone interested in geothermal features and the unique landscapes of Yellowstone National Park, the Mud Volcano trail provides a brief yet rewarding adventure that showcases the park's volcanic activity in a compact and...

Part of Yellowstone National Park. What a place! I never realised it had an average elevation of 8,000 feet! - luckily below where my altitude sickness kicks in, but still high enough to make me slightly breathless. Saw Lake Yellowstone, looks like a sea, 280 sq miles at 7,700 ft and up to 400 ft deep. Mud volcano, smelly with sulphur. Film on the Yellowstone volcano which is 1,500 sq miles in size. Last blew 640k years ago and average time between eruptions is 800k years, so likely we're safe ⌚When it erupts it will affect the East coast of the USA and the whole world, the eruption will dwarf Krakatoa! Anyway next... tomorrow around the South...

YOU CAN SMELL BEFORE YOU SEE = Time to giggle and ask "Who farted?" Mud Volcano is another boardwalked area where you can either just see the main sights less than 100 feet from the parking lot, or walk the one-mile (and 100 or so steps) around. NATURAL FEATURES = The BLOOP BLOOP of the bubbling mud pots are sure to delight. There's a few hot springs in the back where the sulpher smell can become overwhelming-- we couldn't even approach one of them. DRAGON SPRINGS = my favorite natural feature because the steam, rushing water, and deep rumblings spewing out of this cavern seem so surreal and really make you think there is a...