Norris Geyser Basin, Geothermal territory in Yellowstone National Park, US.
The Norris Geyser Basin contains two distinct sections: the barren Porcelain Basin and the forested Back Basin, featuring 193 active geysers across the landscape.
Named after superintendent Philetus W. Norris, this basin shows evidence of continuous thermal activity for at least 115,000 years within Yellowstone National Park.
The Norris Geyser Basin Museum, constructed in 1929, stands as a National Historic Landmark that educates visitors about geothermal geology and thermal features.
Visitors can explore the basin through a 0.75-mile trail in Porcelain Basin and a 1.5-mile boardwalk path in Back Basin, located 35 kilometers from Mammoth Springs.
Scientific measurements revealed the highest temperature in Yellowstone at this location: 459°F (237°C) at 1,087 feet below the surface.
Location: Wyoming
Part of: geothermal areas of Yellowstone
GPS coordinates: 44.72855,-110.70437
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:21
Geysers represent Earth's geological forces through their regular water eruptions. From Yellowstone to Kamchatka, these thermal springs display our planet's underground activity. The fountains reach heights of several meters and generate steam columns at regular intervals.
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