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Soda Springs Geyser


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Soda Springs Geyser Soda Springs has the only captive geyser in the world. It was discovered in an attempt to find a hot water source for a swimming pool. On November 30, 1937, the drill went down 315 feet and unleashed the geyser. The extreme pressure is caused by carbon dioxide gas mixing with water in an underground chamber. The water is around 72 F. It is now controlled by a timer. It erupts every hour on the hour. the geyser reaches heights of 100 feet year round. The Visitor Center features interpretive signs and restrooms.


Address: Downtown
Phone: 208-547-4964
Our Email: sodacoc@sodachamber.com
Our Website:www.sodaspringsid.com

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Soda Springs Geyser

Soda Springs has the only captive geyser in the world. It was discovered in an attempt to find a hot water source for a swimming pool. On November 30, 1937, the drill went down 315

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Fairview Cemetery

Fairview Cemetery was formally established in the late 1800's and is the largest cemetery in Caribou County. Although many early settlers and founders of the City of Soda Springs are buried here, the best known graves are the Wagon Box Grave and "Carriboo Jack's" Grave. WAGON BOX GRAVE

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Brigham Young Memorial

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Oregon Trail Wagon Ruts

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Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum

The Daughters of the Utah Pioneers built this museum in 1983. It features antiques, photographs, and books depicting local history. Special tours outside regular hours and days can be arranged by calling (208) 547-3706, 547-3472, or 547-3888

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Soda Springs Geyser