Near Lone Star Trail
Lone Star Geyser is a real "star," well worth the time to visit.
Near Lone Star Trail
The Lone Star Geyser erupts fairly frequently.
Near Lone Star Trail
Working our way past Lone Star Geyser.

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Lone Star Trail

5.0 (1 Rating)
One of the most impressive geysers in Yellowstone
2.6
mi
Distance
55
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Family FriendlyGeologically SignificantRiver/Creek

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.64mi
Distance
55ft
Elevation Gain
2ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
7,661ft
High Point
7,605ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This pleasant, partially paved trail follows an old service road beside the Firehole River to the geyser. Lone Star Geyser erupts up to 45 feet (13.7 m) from a 12-foot (3.6 m) cone approximately every three hours.

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