Fountain Paint Pot

The Fountain Paint Pot contains a collection of hot springs, geysers, and bubbling mud formations displaying varied colors and textures throughout the seasons.

The area gained additional geothermal features following the 1959 Hebgen Lake earthquake, which created the Red Spouter, combining water, mud, and steam elements.

Scientists and geologists study this location to understand the interactions between microorganisms and extreme thermal environments in Yellowstone's volcanic system.

A half-mile boardwalk circuit provides access to multiple thermal features, with the trail taking approximately 30 to 45 minutes to complete.

The mud consistency changes naturally throughout the year, becoming more liquid during spring rainfall and thicker in late summer due to reduced water content.

Location: Teton County

GPS coordinates: 44.55060,-110.80600

Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:08