Firehole Canyon Drive

Description: Firehole Canyon Drive is an approximately 2mi junction off the Grand Loop Road, south of Madison Junction. The one-way road passes by the Firehole River. The attractions here are Firehole Falls and one of two swimming opportunities in Yellowstone NP. Swimming in the river is allowed here, but it is not warm water as the name might suggest. Temperatures are roughly comparable to those in an unheated swimming pool. Especially in the summer months this is a very popular spot. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

Our rating: It's a nice change from Grand Loop Rd. You have some nice views of the river and most importantly, there are a few spots you can have all to yourself.