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The Hidden Caverns Beneath Yellowstone's Lakes

The Hidden Caverns Beneath Yellowstone’s Lakes

Andrew Alpin

The tranquil surface of Yellowstone Lake masks one of Earth’s most remarkable secrets. While millions of tourists admire the scenic beauty above, few realize that beneath this pristine alpine water lies an underground world more spectacular than most science fiction films dare imagine. This massive freshwater lake conceals an intricate network of hydrothermal vents, towering ...