About this spot
Firehole River, Yellowstone. This activity is prohibited and carries a $250 fine if caught by park rangers. Access the location from Madison by driving approximately 2 miles south on the Grand Loop Road, then turning right onto Firehole Canyon Drive (a one-way road) and continuing to the swim area parking. Alternatively, from Old Faithful, head about 14 miles north on the western portion of the lower loop to the Firehole Canyon Drive turnoff, then turn left onto the one-way road to reach parking. Ranger patrols are active in the area and enforcement is regular.
Safety first. Cliff jumping is inherently dangerous and can cause serious injury or death. Conditions — water depth, submerged hazards, and access — change constantly. CliffScout is community-sourced reference information, not a guarantee a spot is safe. Always assess the conditions yourself before jumping, and never jump where you're unsure. You assume all risk.