Beach Springs

Gallatin County, Wyoming · Near West Yellowstone
44.5530°N, 110.3010°W · 7,744 ft
Hot 51°F air · Good soaking weather 7,744 ft Open Short Walk National Park Service Camping nearby (17.7 mi)

Beach Springs is a thermal spring in Yellowstone National Park, about twenty-four miles from West Yellowstone. The record flags it as hot but holds no measured temperature, so there is nothing to say about soaking one way or the other. National Park Service land, access listed open. A photo is on file.

Location

East Entrance Road runs within about a tenth of a mile. This is high ground, well above seven thousand feet. Winter brings heavy snow, and the yearly average temperature stays cold. Threemile is the nearest camping anyone has recorded, close to eighteen miles off.

No best months are recorded. Without a temperature on file, do not assume the water is safe to touch; the record only says hot. Park rules apply and no fee is listed. Chemistry has not been sampled.

Monthly Climate
16°
Jan
17°
Feb
25°
Mar
30°
Apr
38°
May
49°
Jun
59°
Jul
59°
Aug
50°
Sep
36°
Oct
25°
Nov
16°
Dec
Annual Precip: 26.9 in Annual Snow: 144.0 in
Current Conditions
51°F
N 0.0 mph 50% Good soaking weather
Labor Day 55° Low 39° Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny 26% precip
Tuesday 56° Low 31° Sunny
Wednesday 63° Low 31° Sunny
Thursday 64° Low 34° Sunny
Friday 60° Low 38° Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 13% precip
Where to Stay

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Nearby Camping
Threemile Campground 17.7 mi away

Overview Threemile Campground is located just three miles from the east entrance of Yellowstone National Park, and 50 miles from the full service gateway community of Cody, in northwestern Wyoming. The area is an ideal destination for a family getaway, with many opportunities for outdoor recreation. Hard-sided camp trailers and RVs are required.Recreation Great opportunities for hiking, fishing, scenic driving and wildlife viewing are available around the campground. The North Fork of the Sho...

Reservable Yes
Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Mile-High Advisory 7,744 ft

Beach Springs sits at 7,744 feet above sea level, way above the mile-high mark. You may not feel the altitude strongly, but hot water still dehydrates you faster at elevation. UV is about 31% stronger than at sea level, so bring sunscreen and drink more water than you normally would.

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Temperature
Hot
Warm Hot Boiling
Avg Air Temp 35°F
Access
Open
Road Access Short Walk
Nearest Road East Entrance Road
Distance to Road 0.1 mi
Land
Ownership Federal
Agency National Park Service
Designation National Park
Unit Yellowstone National Park
Manager National Park Service
Protection 1 - Permanent protection, natural state
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Beach Springs?
Beach Springs is classified as hot. An exact temperature measurement has not been recorded.
Where is Beach Springs located?
Beach Springs is located in Gallatin County, Wyoming at 7,744 feet elevation, near West Yellowstone. Coordinates: 44.5530°N, 110.3010°W.
How do I get to Beach Springs?
Beach Springs has Short Walk road access, with the nearest road being East Entrance Road (0.1 mi from the road).
Is Beach Springs free to visit?
Beach Springs has Open access. It is managed by National Park Service.
Can I camp near Beach Springs?
Yes, Threemile Campground is located nearby (17.7 miles away).