Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/27/2020
Entering the loop from the Upper Terrace parking lot, you can ski in either direction. Starting left is generally considered easier - and leaves all the good views and more interesting features for the end!
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/27/2020
As soon as you start skiing (if going clockwise), you'll encounter your first thermal feature.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/27/2020
Early morning light really brings out the interesting colors in these mineral-laden pools.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/27/2020
Being one of the most popular ski tracks in the park, this trail is regularly groomed. It is also wide enough to accommodate large crowds.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/27/2020
One of the largest thermal features and is closest to the trail. Other mineral buildups lie beyond this, but they tower over the trail so you can't get quite the view as with this one.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/27/2020
The may smell terrible, but hot springs sure are beautiful. Just look at those colors!
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/27/2020
If you're not a skier, be sure to check out Mineral Hot Springs via the boardwalk trail that follows a short section of the ski track. Even if you skied the loop, this boardwalk is worth taking for a closer view of one of the pools.