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Gas Vents

Gallatin County, Wyoming · Near West Yellowstone

44.7150°N, 110.5550°W · 8,020 ft

Hot 42°F air · Good soaking weather 8,020 ft Open Roadside National Park Service Camping nearby (14.5 mi)

Researched & maintained by Armen Suny · Updated August 2026

Gas Vents, plural on the record, is a roadside thermal point along the Norris-Canyon Road in Yellowstone National Park, Gallatin County, Wyoming. The temperature is listed as hot with no figure. A 2007 water sample came back mildly acidic. West Yellowstone is the closest town on file, about nine miles. The land is National Park Service and the access is open. No photo on record.

Location

69 miles from Cody, WY

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The Norris-Canyon Road runs within about a hundred and seventy-five feet, so this is a roadside stop. Elevation is around 8,000 feet. Cold climate on file, with snow near a hundred and thirty-six inches a year and an average temperature in the low thirties. National Park Service land inside Yellowstone.

Nothing on record recommends a season. Winter here is heavy snow, so the road's seasonal status decides when you can stop. Roadside, public access. The nearest listed camping is Tower Fall Campground, about fourteen and a half miles. With no temperature measured, assume nothing about the water and keep to the roadside.

Monthly Climate

13°

Jan

15°

Feb

23°

Mar

28°

Apr

37°

May

48°

Jun

58°

Jul

57°

Aug

48°

Sep

32°

Oct

20°

Nov

12°

Dec

Annual Precip: 27.0 in Annual Snow: 135.9 in

Current Conditions

42°F

W 12.1 mph 85% Good soaking weather

Today 63° Low 25° Sunny 2% precip

Monday 51° Low 24° Sunny 7% precip

Tuesday 59° Low 28° Sunny

Wednesday 60° Low 28° Mostly Sunny 5% precip

Thursday 60° Low 29° Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 35% precip

Data from National Weather Service

Water Chemistry Sampled 2007-06-21

The water at Gas Vents is slightly acidic (pH 5.9).

pH 5.9 Slightly Acidic

pH influences mineral absorption through skin

Calcium 7 mg/L

May support bone density and joint health

Magnesium 1 mg/L

Known for muscle relaxation and stress relief

Sodium 3 mg/L

Supports circulation and skin hydration

Sulfate 3 mg/L

Traditionally used for skin conditions and inflammation

Chloride 0 mg/L

Natural antiseptic with skin health benefits

Compare with other slightly acidic springs →

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Nearby Camping

Tower Fall Campground 14.5 mi away

Overview Tower Fall Campground—elevation 6,600 feet (2012 m)—is on the north side of the steep, winding, road to Dunraven Pass. The campground is near the Tower General Store and Tower Fall. The Lamar Valley, with spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities, is nearby as are several Day Hikes in the Tower and Northeast Area. Roosevelt Lodge, a short drive from the campground, offers dining and horseback riding. For reservations at the campgrounds managed by Yellowstone National Park Lodges (F...

Reservable Yes

Reserve on Recreation.gov →

High Altitude Advisory 8,020 ft

At 8,020 feet, Gas Vents is in high-altitude territory where the air is noticeably thinner. Soaking in hot water accelerates dehydration and can amplify altitude effects like headache and fatigue. UV radiation is roughly 32% stronger here. Wear sunscreen even on overcast days and take breaks from the water to rehydrate.