Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces – Liberty Cap loop from Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces

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Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces – Liberty Cap loop from Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces

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Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces – Liberty Cap loop from Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces

01:39

5.56km

160m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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42 m

Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces

Highlight • Natural Monument

Famous for its amazing terraces made of rock. Hot water from underground rises to the surface, bringing minerals with it. As the water cools, these minerals, mostly calcium carbonate, are …

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96 m

Liberty Cap

Highlight • Natural Monument

This ancient rock formation is the remnants of a now extinct thermal vent. The tower of limestone stands at 40 feet tall and is only a short walk from the parking lot.

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198 m

Liberty Cap, Mammoth Hot Springs

Highlight • Natural Monument

Just a minute west from the Park Headquarters the road rolls literally alongside the steaming colorful hot spring travertine terraces. The first sight is the standing tower of a dormant hot spring cone

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352 m

Sepulcher Mountain Trailhead

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

From the trailhead, the path quickly goes up. You'll hike through forests and open meadows. As you get higher, the views become amazing. On a clear day, you can see …

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4.67 km

View of Mammoth Hot Springs

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice view onto Mammoth from Elk Plaza Service Road. The ascent up to this point is not too strenuous, so it is worth the effort for the wonderful view.

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