Silver Globe Geyser Complex contains several geysers and hot springs, with one main geyser referred to as Silver Globe Geyser. Silver Globe Geyser sits in a slight hillside with an overhanging sinter cliff. The deep pool is a clear blue and some vegetation on the hillside grows almost up to the water. The other geysers and hot springs in the complex are similar with similar activity of small, frequent eruptions or continuous activity.

Silver Globe Geyser Complex has an average temperate of 188.8°F (87.1°C), an average pH of 7, and an average conductivity of 2169 uS/cm.

Geysers

Geysers have constrictions in their plumbing systems that prevent water from moving freely to the surface where heat would escape. Water beneath the constrictions creates a buildup of steam. Eventually the steam pushes water past the constrictions and the geyser erupts.

Hot Springs

Hot springs are the most common hydrothermal features in Yellowstone. Their plumbing has no constrictions.

Superheated water cools as it reaches the surface, sinks, and is replaced by hotter water from below.

This circulation prevents water from reaching the temperature needed to set off an eruption.

Use Caution in Hydrothermal Areas

• Stay on boardwalks and designated trails.
• Hydrothermal water can severely burn you.
• Never run, push, or shove.
• Supervise children at all times.
• Do not scratch hydrothermal mats.

You are responsible for your safety.

Think safety, act safely. Yellowstone is a dangerous place.