Near Big Horn Spring Trail
Vivid colors in the main hot spring stream
Near Big Horn Spring Trail
The source of the mineral hot springs
Near Big Horn Spring Trail
Mineral terraces and pools at Hot Springs State Park

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Big Horn Spring Trail

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A very short paved trail to the primary water source of Hot Springs State Park.
0.1
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Distance
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easy
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Family FriendlyHot Spring

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.08mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
1ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
4,354ft
High Point
4,350ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is a very short trail that leads from a parking area to a viewing platform of the Big Horn Spring, which is the primary water source of Hot Springs State Park. The water flowing from here has created much of the mineral formation that is now the Rainbow Terrace. Three million gallons of water flow from this spring every day at 135-degrees Fahrenheit. The trail also passes a covered picnic area on its way to the main loop of the area, Terrace Walk. Be mindful of traffic as you cross Big Spring Road.

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