West Yellowstone, Montana -
Quake Lake Earthquake Exhibit
The quake (and lake) happened in 1959. Its consequences are still visible, and exhibits in the visitor center make it clear that people don't fare well in a quake big enough to make a lake.
- Address:
- Hwy 287, West Yellowstone, MT
- Directions:
- The Quake Lake Visitor Center is on Hwy 287, 17 miles west of Highway 191, and 25 miles from the town of West Yellowstone.
- Admission:
- $3/car, $15/tour bus, $1/hikers/bikers.
- Hours:
- Summer daily 8:30 am - 6 pm. (Call to verify)
- Phone:
- 406-823-6961
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There is a visitor center which includes educational exhibits and an observation room. [S. Tice, 07/25/2008]
Earthquake aftermath Creepy earthquake history galore in this canyon. Earthquake in 1959 caused huge landslides. Rooftops of former mountain resort still poke up through the water. Drive your car on warped road segments that end at faultlines. A big visitor's center near the west end of the canyon tells of campers still buried in their tents. Anyone disappointed in earthquake park at Anchorage, Alaska should come here. This is the real deal. [K Ward, 07/04/2004]
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