Boiling River, Natural hot spring in Yellowstone National Park, United States.
The Boiling River emerges where thermal waters from Mammoth Hot Springs mix with the cold Gardner River, creating temperature variations throughout the stream.
The discovery of thermal features like the Boiling River in the 1800s influenced the decision to establish Yellowstone as the first national park.
Native American tribes recognized these thermal waters as sacred places and used them for healing rituals before the establishment of the national park.
Swimming access remains restricted since 2022 due to flooding that altered the water course and damaged the surrounding infrastructure near the spring.
The spring water reaches temperatures of 140 degrees Fahrenheit before joining the Gardner River, making it one of the warmest thermal features in the park.
Location: Park County
Address: Boiling River Hot Springs, Wyoming 82190, USA 82190
GPS coordinates: 44.98500,-110.68917
Latest update: March 2, 2025 19:44
These thermal springs show natural hot water sources across the world. The waters contain minerals and steam near mountains or rest between plants. The springs exist in different regions, from Iceland to Japan, offering various temperatures and mineral compositions. Locations range from urban baths to mountain springs.
Montana's natural and historical sites feature lakes, mountains, distilleries, and abandoned mines. The state's attractions include thermal springs, rock formations, Buddhist gardens, historic bridges, and dams. Visitors can find mining ruins, historic prisons, carousels, and wildlife viewing areas across diverse landscapes.
Mammoth Hot Springs
2.1 km
Fort Yellowstone
1.3 km
Roosevelt Arch
5.2 km
Electric Peak
11.9 km
Mammoth Hot Springs Historic District
1.1 km
Sheepeater Cliff
10.9 km
North Entrance Road Historic District
856 m
Bunsen Peak
6 km
Golden Gate Canyon
6 km
Sepulcher Mountain
6.1 km
Orange Mound Spring
2.9 km
Osprey Falls
6.3 km
Clagett Butte
4.3 km
Quadrant Mountain
14.4 km
Terrace Mountain
4.9 km
Gardner River Bridge
3.1 km
Albright Visitor Center
1.3 km
H.W. Child House
1.7 km
Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel
1.4 km
Mammoth Chapel
1.5 km
Indian Creek Campground
11.6 km
Mammoth Hot Springs Campground
1 km
Mammoth Hot Springs Campground Amphitheater
862 m
Gardner Canyon
3.4 km
Lower Terraces Area
2.3 km
Liberty Cap
1.9 km
Upper Terraces Area
2.5 km
Opal Terrace
3.2 kmReviews
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