The Complete Guide to Yellowstone Lake & the Lake Area
Yellowstone Lake is the largest high-elevation lake in North America (over 7,000 feet in elevation). It is about 20 miles long and 14 miles wide. It freezes over every winter and usually doesn’t thaw until June. Its average temperature is about 40 degrees. It is NOT a place to swim.
Yellowstone Lake - Wikipedia
Yellowstone Lake is the largest body of water in Yellowstone National Park. The lake is 7,732 feet (2,357 m) above sea level and covers 136 square miles (350 km 2 ) with 110 miles (180 km) of shoreline.
Yellowstone Lake Overlook at West Thumb – Anne's Travels
Jun 3, 2024 · The vistas from the overlook are sweeping and include so many mountains, hills, forests, and more. Plus, the trail begins from the same parking area as the West Thumb Geyser Basin, so you can see those fantastic views, as well, before or after you hike up to the official Yellowstone Lake Overlook!
Yellowstone Lake - U.S. National Park Service
Situated at 7,733 feet (2,357 m) above sea level, Yellowstone Lake is the largest high elevation lake (above 7,000 feet / 2,134 m) in North America. It is roughly 20 miles (32.2 km) long and 14 miles (22.5 km) wide, with 141 miles (227 km) of shoreline and …
Yellowstone Lake - Sedge Bay - U.S. National Park Service
Yellowstone Lake is the largest lake at high elevation (above 7,000 feet) in North America. The lake is natural and has 131.7 square miles of surface area and 141 miles of shoreline; it is 20 miles long by 14 miles wide. Its deepest spot is about 410 feet; its average depth is 140 feet.
10 Breathtaking Views in Yellowstone National Park
Mar 26, 2024 · From the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to Mammoth Hot Springs, these are the best overlooks and views in Yellowstone National Park.
Lake Butte Overlook - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go …
If you enter the park from the east side, Lake Butte Overlook is the first substantive turnout with cool views. The overlook is on the east side of Yellowstone Lake, and more than 600’ above the water surface. Just follow the sign off of East Entrance Road, and drive about three-quarters of a mile uphill to the overlook.
5 Best Overlooks in Yellowstone - The Parks Channel
Here are the five best overlooks in Yellowstone to admire the stunning landscapes, capture amazing photos and videos, and learn more about the history and geology of the park. 1. Grand Prismatic Overlook and Fairy Falls Trail
Yellowstone Lake - YVO's Webcam - YVO's Webcam - Yellowstone …
The camera view is south-southeast over Yellowstone Lake from the cell phone tower near Fishing Bridge. Stevenson Island is visible within the lake on the right. The view extends down the Southeast Arm between the Promontory (low ridge rising from the lake) and the eastern shore.
Hike to Yellowstone Lake Overlook in Yellowstone National Park
On a clear day the overlook provides outstanding views of the entire West Thumb portion of Yellowstone Lake. You can even see the Absaroka Mountains towards the east entrance of the park. With 141 miles of shoreline, Yellowstone Lake …