National Park & Nature
Black Sand Basin
📍 Black Sand Basin, Yellowstone National Park, WY, USA
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Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, Wyoming
- Category
- National Park & Nature
- Duration
- 30 min - 1 hour
- Ticket Price
- Included in Yellowstone entry
- Address
- Black Sand Basin, Yellowstone National Park, WY, USA
- Coordinates
- 44.4628, -110.8552
Introduction
Black Sand Basin is a compact, colourful geothermal area in Yellowstone National Park, named for the black volcanic glass sand underfoot. Emerald Pool glows with deep green water ringed by gold and orange microbial mats, while smaller springs, geysers and fumaroles add to the palette — an easy half-hour boardwalk stroll.
✨ Highlights
1
Emerald Pool
Deep green water framed by golden and orange thermophile bands.
2
Black volcanic sand
The ground of black glassy sand gives the basin its name.
3
Colourful thermal features
Springs, geysers and fumaroles tinted by heat-loving microbes.
4
Easy visit
Small and flat, walkable in about half an hour.
🛈 Practical Info
→Location：Black Sand Basin, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA
→Time needed：About 30 minutes
→Ticket Information：Included in Yellowstone entry
→Transportation：By car
💡 Tips
• Stay on the boardwalks; never touch the thermal water.
• About 30 minutes covers it — link up with nearby thermal basins.
• The access road is seasonal (about May–October); confirm before visiting.
• Check park alerts for opening and road conditions.
FAQ
How much is the admission for Black Sand Basin?
Included in Yellowstone entry
Any practical tips for visiting Black Sand Basin?
Stay on the boardwalks; never touch the thermal water. About 30 minutes covers it — link up with nearby thermal basins.
How long should I spend at Black Sand Basin?
A typical visit takes 30 min - 1 hour.
Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.
