Old Faithful GeyserExperiences
Ten ways to spend the day
The geyser is the headline. Across ten acres you'll also find gardens, animals, a museum, mineral water and wide lawns — a calm, all-day escape.
The geyser
One of only three on Earth
In the early days of the National Geographic Society, Old Faithful Geyser of California was named one of only three ‘faithful’ geysers in the world. About every 20 to 40 minutes it sends a column of steam and scalding water 60 to 100 feet skyward — and rainbows often form in the mist, against the Palisades and Robert Louis Stevenson State Park.
It has also proven a faithful predictor of earthquakes, its rhythm shifting days before major quakes across Northern California.
Heritage animal farm
Goats, sheep & llamas
Our farm features the famous Tennessee Fainting Goats, Jacob’s Four-Horn Sheep and Guard Llamas — and we often have new arrivals. Meet them up close in a shaded grove built for families, and learn the story behind each breed.
More to explore
Botanical & Culinary Gardens
California native plants around a natural mineral-water fountain, framed by panoramic views of the Palisades. Designed to save water and support local ecology.
Picnic & Bocce Lawns
Bring a picnic and a bottle of Napa wine. Two regulation bocce courts, cabanas, covered lounges and complimentary lawn games.
Geology Museum
Earthquakes, volcanoes, geothermal energy and the science beneath your feet — including the geyser's role as an earthquake predictor.
Historic Mineral Water Bath
Built in the 1930s over indigenous lava rock — the hot-mineral therapy pool the Wappo and early travelers prized for its restorative waters.
Spring Water Fountain
A fountain fed by Calistoga's famous mineral water sits at the heart of the gardens.
Covered Lounges
Private, shaded lounges facing the geyser and mountains — comfortable for groups of four to forty.
Market & Gift Shop
Locally made foods, an olive-oil line, goat-milk soaps and Old Faithful keepsakes — refreshed often.
Bamboo Walk & Gardens
A quiet, grounding stroll taking shape across the grounds.