USA Opalescent Pool (Black Sand Basin), Yellowstone
When Spouter Geyser began erupting, the run-off flowed into Opalescent Pool, flooding the surrounding area and creating white skeleton trees amidst a rainbow-colored pool.
Photography Tips
No crowd there, as people drive past this point on their way to the Black Basin car park without often even noticing the beauty of this spot.
Travel Information
Car park available, it is marked on the map.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset
07:26 - 16:52
| current local time: 15:36
Photo Themes
Geysers
Pool
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