Old Faithful GeyserPlan Your Visit
Everything you need for an easy day
Open every day of the year, rain or shine, in Calistoga at the top of Napa Valley. Bring a picnic, take your time, and let the geyser set the pace.
Hours
Open daily, year-round
Open 365 days a year, rain or shine — from 9:00 AM, with seasonal closing (around 7 PM late spring through summer, earlier in the off-season). Holiday hours may vary — when in doubt, call ahead at (707) 942-6463.
How often does it erupt? About every 15 to 30 minutes, all year. There’s no schedule to keep — settle in and you won’t wait long.
Getting here
1299 Tubbs Lane, Calistoga, CA 94515 — just north of downtown Calistoga, at the top of the Napa Valley. The drive up-valley is half the pleasure: vineyards the whole way.
From the SF Bay Area
~2 hours. US-101 N or I-80 E toward Napa, then CA-29 N up the valley through Napa and St. Helena into Calistoga; turn onto Tubbs Lane.
From Napa
~35–40 min. North on CA-29 through Yountville, Oakville and St. Helena into Calistoga, then Tubbs Lane.
From Sonoma / Santa Rosa
~30–45 min. Mark West Springs / Porter Creek Road becomes Petrified Forest Road into Calistoga; pick up Tubbs Lane.
From Sacramento
~1 hr 45 min. I-80 W to CA-12 W toward Napa, then CA-29 N up the valley to Calistoga and Tubbs Lane.
Parking
Free, on-site and easy. Cars, motorcycles and bicycles welcome — ride in on your bike and you get the cyclist’s rate at the gate. Buses and large groups, see Groups & Schools for free bus parking.
What to bring
- A picnic — and a bottle of Napa wine; we supply the glasses, utensils and napkins.
- A camera — for the eruption, the gardens and the goats.
- Sun & layers — much of the grounds is open and sunny.
- The whole family — kids love the animals and the lawn games.
Dogs welcome
We’re proudly dog-friendly — leashed dogs are always welcome on the grounds. No need to pack water; we keep water and shade on-site for them. Please keep a respectful distance from the farm animals.
Admission
One pass — everything included
Every ticket includes it all: Geyser · Geology Museum · Animal Farm · Self-Guided Tour · Bocce & Lawn Games · Picnic Areas · Native Gardens · Parking.
| Adults (12–61) | $18 |
| Seniors (62+) | $15 |
| Children (4–11) · under 4 free | $12 |
| Military, Students & Teachers (with ID) | $15 |
| Bicyclists (who ride in) | $15 |
Tickets are valid for 12 months after purchase. A small online booking fee applies at checkout. Calistoga residents — bring a valid ID for the local’s rate.
Accessibility
The grounds are largely flat, with accessible paths to the geyser viewing area, lounges, picnic areas, restrooms and gift shop, and accessible parking near the entrance. Note that some paths around the geyser and gardens are finished in fine gravel. Questions? Call (707) 942-6463 — we’re happy to help you plan.
Good to know
How long does a visit take?
Most guests stay about one to two hours — enough to catch at least one eruption and wander the grounds. Bring a picnic and many make a whole relaxed afternoon of it.
How often does the geyser erupt?
About every 15 to 30 minutes, all year. There’s no schedule to catch — settle in and you won’t wait long.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes — we’re proudly dog-friendly. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome on the grounds, and there’s no need to pack water: we keep water and shade on-site for them. Please keep a respectful distance from the farm animals.
Can we bring our own food and wine?
Absolutely — it’s one of our favorite things about this place. Bring a picnic and a bottle of Napa wine; we provide glasses, utensils and napkins at the complimentary picnic station.
What if it rains?
We’re open rain or shine, year-round. The geyser is just as spectacular in the rain, and our covered lounges keep you comfortable.
Are there restrooms and a gift shop?
Yes to both — clean restrooms on-site, and a gift shop with keepsakes, local goods and gift cards near the entrance.
