Beehive Geyser, Natural geyser in Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park, US
Beehive Geyser is a cone-shaped hot spring in the Upper Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park. Water shoots up 150 to 200 feet (46 to 61 meters) during eruptions, creating a dramatic spray of steam and hot water.
The geyser was discovered in 1870 by explorers during early expeditions into the Upper Geyser Basin. It was named for its cone-shaped structure that resembles a beehive.
The geyser represents the geological forces that shape Yellowstone, demonstrating the natural power beneath the Earth's surface through regular eruptions.
The best viewing happens from marked viewpoints around the geyser. Keep in mind that eruptions are unpredictable, and you might wait for minutes or hours before one occurs.
A smaller companion geyser called Beehive's Indicator acts as an early warning system, spraying water before the main eruption starts. This pattern helps experienced visitors predict when the next large eruption will happen.
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