Yellowstone – Waterfalls

(Madison Jct WY)
The waterfalls of Yellowstone National Park were of more interest to me than the thermal features. Each was of a different size and character so they were impressive in their own way.

Yellowstone National Park – Gibbon Falls

Gibbon Falls
Gibbon Falls at 84ft was the shortest waterfall, but still picturesque with the rock cliffs on both sides. It’s width and raked descent made it appear larger and impressive.

Gibbon Falls

Lower Falls

(Canyon Village)
Lower Falls
The thunderous display of Lower Falls as it dropped 308ft was spectacular. The massive crash of water at the base misted viewers despite the great distance of the overlook. This fall is a favorite subject for artists and photographers alike.

Lower Falls

Grand View of Yellowstone Canyon

Inspiration Point
The cliffs of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone could be seen from Inspiration Point and Grand View. These yellow cliffs provided the name for the canyon and park.

Yellowstone River

Inspiration Point

(Tower Fall)
Tower Falls
It seemed that Tower Falls came from out of the side of the cliff. But really, the creek flows through a narrow gap, plunges 132ft, and then flows to the Yellowstone River.

Tower Falls

I’m always dazzled by waterfalls, and these three did not disappoint. Still, there was more to see at Yellowstone.

Site: Yellowstone NP – Waterfalls
Scene: Waterfalls, forest, canyon

Also see: Yellowstone-Thermals and Yellowstone-Wildlife