Highly active geyser that erupts almost continuously, producing frequent bursts of water and steam beside a colorful geothermal landscape.
Private vehicle: $35 (7-day pass)
Motorcycle: $30 (7-day pass)
Individual (walk/bike): $20 (7-day pass)
Annual Yellowstone Pass: $70
How to Get There
From West Yellowstone (31 mi): Enter Yellowstone National Park through the West Entrance, follow Grand Loop Road to the Old Faithful area, and walk the Upper Geyser Basin boardwalks north toward Firehole River to reach Clepsydra Geyser.
Overview
The Clepsydra Geyser is one of the most consistently active geothermal features in Yellowstone National Park. Located near the Firehole River in the Upper Geyser Basin, the geyser is famous for its nearly continuous eruptions of water and steam. Prior to the 1959 Hebgen Lake earthquake, Clepsydra erupted intermittently, but changes to the underground plumbing system dramatically increased its activity. Today, visitors can often observe water spraying from multiple vents at the same time, creating an almost constant display of geothermal energy.
Surrounded by colorful bacterial mats, steaming ground, and nearby thermal features, Clepsydra Geyser offers an excellent example of Yellowstone's dynamic hydrothermal landscape. The feature is easily accessible from the extensive Upper Geyser Basin boardwalk system and is frequently visited in combination with Old Faithful and other famous geysers nearby. Its frequent activity, accessibility, and visually striking setting make Clepsydra Geyser a favorite stop for photographers and visitors interested in observing Yellowstone's geothermal processes in action.
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