Mammoth Hot Springs is a unique sight in Yellowstone National Park. The soft limestone in this area allowed the water to form colorful terraces. The extremely hot running water is clear and smooth, covering the rock formations with a glistening surface.

Hiking in this area provides views of these colorful terraces from different vantage points. The boardwalk style trail is easy to climb, with a 300-foot elevation and a total distance of about 1 mile. Visitors can expect to see the entire trail in about an hour.

Hikers looking for a longer, more forested trail can find that hiking Beaver Ponds Trail. This trail is a little over 5 miles long and is true to its name. Ponds and trees surround the trail making this a wonderful place to escape the larger crowds of Yellowstone and connect with nature.

Like other areas of Yellowstone, abundant amounts of wildlife can be seen by Mammoth Hot Springs. This area is especially known for the many Elk that frequent the trails and parking lot.

There are 85 campsites available year-round in Mammoth Hot Springs. The campsites in Mammoth Campground can not be reserved and are available on a first come first served basis. These campsites provide for RV’s as well as tent campers. There are restrooms available at the campsites.

Mammoth Hot Springs is a wonderful place to visit when you are looking to see unique thermal activity and wildlife any time of year.