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Firehole Lake Drive, Yellowstone National Park

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  • August 13, 2017
    The Firehole Lake drive can be used only with PW. The big highlight is the great fountain geyser. Who caught the time is rewarded with a spectacular eruption. Also there is some beautiful colored hot springs and more geysers. If you have enough time, should make the detour.
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  • August 11, 2017
    Yellowstone is always crowded it seems, but this little road was great! Very few people and you can get very close to the pools and geysers. It is a one-way drive and hooks right back up to the main r...  more »
  • July 26, 2017
    It is not very exciting as a Lake, and I will tell you more, if you think it's peaceful to sit in peace not ideal, there are many people who will stop to watch it.
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