Excelsior Geyser - Wikipedia
Excelsior Geyser Crater, formerly known as Excelsior Geyser, is a dormant fountain-type geyser in the Midway Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park in the United States. Excelsior was named by the Hayden Geological Survey of 1871 .
Excelsior Geyser Crater - U.S. National Park Service
Mar 3, 2021 · Excelsior Geyser Crater is a 200 x 300 foot crater that constantly discharges more than 4,000 gallons of water per minute into the Firehole River. In Yellowstone National Park's recorded history, Excelsior Geyser and Sapphire Pool in …
Old Yellowstone: History of Excelsior Geyser
Jun 26, 2015 · Consisting of two large pools, Midway’s main attraction is undoubtedly Grand Prismatic Spring. But Excelsior Geyser (or rather, its crater) is the first feature you pass on the boardwalk.
Midway Geyser Basin Trailhead - U.S. National Park Service
Oct 10, 2024 · Midway Geyser Basin is small but spectacular. Excelsior Geyser is a 200 x 300 foot crater that constantly discharges more than 4,000 gallons of water per minute into the Firehole River. Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone’s largest hot spring, is 200–330 feet in diameter and more than 121 feet deep.
Excelsior Geyser in Yellowstone National Park - Facts, Location, …
Sep 19, 2022 · Excelsior Geyser is the largest geyser in the world. It is located in Yellowstone's Midway Geyser Basin. Find about its location, facts, best time to visit, video and more.
Excelsior Geyser Crater - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go …
This geyser is located in Midway Geyser Basin and is the first feature you arrive at. It is jaw droppingly huge with deep blue boiling water. You are sure to be bathed in its steam. On your way up the hill to the geyser, you can see its colorful runoff into Firehole River. Although it is mostly dormant now, it was very active in the 1880s.
Yellowstone: Excelsior Geyser Crater - Wyoming | MinuteTour
The Excelsior Geyser Crater is one of the most powerful thermal features in Yellowstone. The water is an intense blue color and Its temperature can reach up ...
Excelsior Geyser: Geothermal Marvel of Yellowstone
Jan 2, 2024 · Nestled within the Midway Geyser Basin, the Excelsior Geyser is part of an area renowned for its concentration of significant geothermal features. It sits in the company of other geothermal wonders, including the world-famous Grand Prismatic Spring.
Old Faithful - Yellowstone National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
Jul 25, 2024 · This geyser basin, six miles north of the Old Faithful area, is small but spectacular. Excelsior Geyser is a 200 x 300-foot (61 x 91-m) crater that constantly discharges more than 4,000 gallons (15,142 l) of water per minute into the Firehole River.
Excelsior Geyser, Yellowstone National Park
discharges more than 4050 gallons of water per minute. Its large deep crater and brilliant blue appearance allow it to remain one of Yellowstone's popular thermal attractions. (Source: Carl Schreier, A Field Guide to Yellowstone's Geysers, Hot Springs and Fumaroles)