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Ultimate Guide to Yellowstone National Park
With geysers shooting steam 100ft in the sky, herds of bison roaming vast valleys, and waterfalls roaring in deep canyons, Yellowstone has awed people for thousands of years. The other-worldy scenes this park contains can take years to fully explore and there are still mysteries around every corner. Yellowstone National Park is the crown jewel […]
Bunsen Peak Trail
General Description The Bunsen Peak trail is a well-signed, moderate march up the remains of a volcano to a summit with spectacular 360 degree views of Yellowstone’s Northern range. From the top, you can admire the Gallatin mountain range, Swan Lake Flats, Mammoth Hot Springs, Fort Yellowstone, Everts Bluff, and the Yellowstone River Valley. Great […]
Yellowstone’s Top Trails
Note: This post was originally published July 2018, and has been updated with the latest route and permit info as of January 2023. Yellowstone National Park encompasses nearly 1,000 miles of trails, 466 miles of road, and 15+ miles of boardwalks. All of these paths sit atop a super volcano with 290 waterfalls, 67 species […]
Lamar River Trail
The Lamar River trail is a moderate path with pristine meadows, rolling hills, wildflowers, and eye-popping mountain scenery. The trail meanders through a valley between 2 mountain chains and after 3.5 miles, skirts tightly along river. The best part of hiking here is that it is located in the heart of the Lamar Valley, one […]
Storm Point Trail
General Description The Storm Point trail is a short forest loop leading to an expansive view along Yellowstone Lake. You can sit and enjoy the views from the beautiful beach or the pinnacle view point. The hike offers chances to see bison, marmots, and all manner of waterfowl. Explore Yellowstone with Expert Guides Getting to […]
Upper Geyser Basin Trail
The Upper Geyser Basin Trail is composed of a network of paved paths and boardwalks that wind through Yellowstone’s Upper Geyser Basin. This is by far the best trail for viewing hydrothermal features in the park, hosting the highest concentration of geysers in the world. Many of the park’s predictable geysers including Old Faithful, Castle, […]
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South Boundary Trail
General Description The South Boundary trail thrusts you into a wilderness adventure right off the bat. It starts by crossing the 30-foot wide Snake River, a serious task with early season runoff. Next, you’ll walk along a small lake, open meadows, and a smattering of thermal features. From there, most of the trail is an […]
Lone Star Geyser Trail
General Description This is a flat paved path that follows the Firehole river to a clearing in the forest bearing one impressive thermal feature, Lone Star Geyser. The highlight of this journey stands as a 12-foot tall mound of geyserite with subtle ribbons of thermophilic runoff adding to its grey and cream-colored palette. The enormous […]
Mount Washburn Trail
General Description Mount Washburn is one of the most popular day hikes in the park and with good reason. The trail climbs 1,400 feet of moderate switchbacks with diverse plant life and open views along the way. The 10,243-foot summit offers an endless panorama from the Tetons to the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and […]
Fairy Falls Trail
General Description The Fairy Falls trail is a mostly flat, easy walk through classic Lodgepole pine forest to a spectacular 200-foot waterfall. To add another highlight, our route offers a chance to stop at the Grand Prismatic Overlook. With a diameter of 300 feet, this hot spring is so large and steamy, you can’t see […]
Mystic Falls Trail
General Description The Mystic Falls trail leads you past the unique features of Biscuit Basin, through a peaceful forest path, and alongside the glimmering Little Firehole River. After just 1.5 miles you’ve reached the 70-foot cascade of Mystic Falls. The falls, river, and riparian foliage all create a picturesque scene. A heart pounding climb to […]