LakeHidden gem
Earthquake Lake
West Yellowstone, Montana
A lake formed in seconds by a 1959 landslide, with drowned trees still standing.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 60 min
A massive earthquake sent half a mountain into the Madison River, trapping campers and creating this lake. The visitor center above has a good display and views of the slide scar. It sits on the road between Ennis and West Yellowstone.
Good to know
- Free to see the viewpoints
- Visitor centre has a short film
- Nice stop on the Yellowstone route
- Open
- Summer
- Getting there
- Paved highway
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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