What’s that smell? Tracking hydrocarbons in Yellowstone National Park

By: Phillip Kondracki, Lauren Harrison

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: July 20, 2026

Words: 914

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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“The deep narrow canyon, with the rushing green river at its bottom and the sheer towering cliffs on its further side, forms an unusual setting for this little group of springs….all the springs and visible steam vents are confined to the lower parts of the area. Especially along the lower third of the slope, sulphur lining cracks and vents may be seen in many places. Breaking into fumaroles with the pick, one …

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