Lamar River Private Hike
Day Hike Tours
4-7 Hours 4-8MI / 6.5-13KM
Trip Highlights
If wildlife is your passion, let us lead you through the “American Serengeti” on the Lamar River Trail. The Lamar Valley is renowned for its abundant wildlife. This trail in particular, lets you leave the roads and crowds behind you to follow the footsteps (often literally) of the animals into the backcountry. This out and back hike will lead us over a footbridge across Soda Butte Creek where ducks, loons, and swans abound. From there, we continue across the meadows through thriving bison habitat. We’ll scan the tree lines for big horn sheep, pronghorn, and the famous grey wolf as we continue through the valley. We will find a scenic spot for a nutritious picnic. Based on your goals for the day, we will gradually climb up toward Specimen Ridge or turn around earlier for a lighter hike. No matter how far we hike or how many animals we see, this trail is always rewarding with mountain views, wildflowers, and solitude.
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Abundant Wildlife Habitat
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Idyllic River Valleys
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Top-of-the-line Gear
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Vast, Open Meadow Systems
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Diverse Flora & Fauna
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Wonderful Snacks & Picnic Lunch
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Trip Details
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Trip Type
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Trip Length
4-7 Hours -
Daily Hiking Distance
4-8 mi -
Group Size
1-7 Guests
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Is This Trip Right For me?
The trail for this day hike is well maintained, with light elevation gain. Bison can sometimes be an issue (and highlight), especially as they start to congregate in Lamar Valley for the rut.
Difficulty Level
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Solitude Level
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Trip Dates
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Rates
- 1 person: $550
- 2 people: $290 per person
- 3 people: $260 per person
- 4-5 people: $215 per person
- 6-7 people: $190 per person
- 10 and younger: $135 per person
Private day hike tours are only open to your party.
*Prices do not include gratuity for your guide
(Important: We run hikes in almost all weather conditions and very rarely cancel. See our terms and conditions for information on cancellations and refunds.)
What's Included
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Trained hiking guide(s) with years of personal wilderness and hiking experience, medical certifications, and a passion for leading people into breathtaking landscapes. See Guide Bios.
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A commitment to make the tour as exciting, challenging, informative, and full as you'd like, and as is possible in a day
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Trail snacks and a picnic lunch
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Use of a top of the line, technical day pack
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Use of trekking poles
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Mandatory 5% national park fee that passes through directly to Yellowstone
What's Not Included (Required)
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Transportation to the trailhead -
Lightweight hiking shoes or hiking boots
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Waterproof rain jacket or poncho
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Warm wool or fleece top (Spring, Fall)
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Warm hat and gloves (Spring, Fall, Winter)
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Water bottles or bladder (2 liters total capacity)
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Sunhat
Trip Logistics & FAQs
Where Do We Meet?
We will meet at the parking area south of the gas station at Tower Junction. Your guide will contact you approximately 7 days before your hike to coordinate the exact time and location of your rendezvous.
Safety Precautions
Your safety is our top priority. Our hiking tours are led by professional hiking guides, all of whom are wilderness-certified first responders or EMT’s, each with years of guiding and wilderness experience. Guides adhere to standardized risk management protocols in case of any potential or actual incident, and all tours carry an emergency communication device and comprehensive first-aid kit. Additionally we have a “24/7” system through which guides or guests can reach Wildland support personnel at any time.
If you have any further questions about safety, please contact us at 1-800-715-HIKE (4453) for more information.
Age Restrictions
Age restrictions on this trip are as follows:
- 5 and older to join private tours, with final approval on a case by case basis
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Ryan B
1 year agoFriendly, Professional, and Educational
Sara (Yellowstone) was probably the best guide I have ever had and I have been using Wild Land for about 5 years now. Just a great company and business. I have never had a bad experience and really appreciate the excellent customer service making the appointment and the guides I've had. What makes Sara stand out so much is she is friendly, professional but also brings such a wealth of knowledge to the table. I learned SO MUCH. She was wonderful and I could not say enough positive things about her.
Kenny K
1 year agoWill use Wildland again
Wildland Trekking professionals and our guide Max made sure that our trip was all that it could be. We learned so much about the land and the animals that call it home - and had a great family adventure full of memories that we will treasure for years to come. We will use Wildland again and recommend them to friends and family.
Michael B
1 year agoSuperb experience.
Superb experience. Adrianna was amazing and her knowledge of the flora and fauna was what made the hike memorable. While the bison prevented us from completing the original plan, Adrianna easily pivoted to an alternate option for us. Highly recommend her and Wildland.
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