Artist Point Overlook

Artist Point Overlook is a viewing platform perched above the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River in Yellowstone National Park. From this vantage point, visitors see the Lower Falls dropping 94 meters and the distinctive orange and rust-colored canyon walls stretching across the landscape.

This location became a favored spot for painters and photographers in the late 1800s following Yellowstone's establishment as a national park. The site has since attracted generations of artists drawn to capture the interplay of light on the canyon walls.

Generations of artists capture the changing patterns of light on the canyon walls through paintings, sketches, and photographs throughout the seasons.

The overlook features paved pathways, protective railings, and explanatory signs about the geology visible from the platform. The walkway provides straightforward access and good standing room, making it comfortable for visitors who want to linger and observe.

The volume of water flowing over the Falls shifts dramatically with the seasons, ranging from modest springtime flow to powerful cascades in early summer. This variation creates different visual impressions each time someone visits the site.

GPS coordinates: 44.72127,-110.47941

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:51