Things to do in Yellowstone National Park
Popular picks: Visit Old Faithful Geyser · Explore the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone · Hike to Yellowstone Lake · Wildlife watching in Lamar Valley · Visit Mammoth Hot Springs · Take a scenic drive along the Grand Loop Road · Go fishing in park lakes and rivers · Attend a ranger-led program · Explore the geothermal features in the Norris Geyser Basin · Hike the trails around Mount Washburn · Take photographs at Artist Point · Visit the Yellowstone Heritage and Research Center · Go camping in designated campgrounds · Explore the historic lodges · Enjoy stargazing in the park after dark.
Black Sand Basin TrailheadFree5.0Discover vibrant thermal pools and geysers along a scenic boardwalk trail
Fawn Pass TrlFree5.0Explore scenic backcountry terrain along Yellowstone National Park's Fawn Pass Trail
Mt HolmesFree5.0A majestic mountain peak offering breathtaking panoramic wilderness views in Yellowstone
Norris Geyser Basin TrlFree5.0Explore Yellowstone's hottest and most dynamic geothermal basin on boardwalk trails.
Osprey Falls TrailFree5.0A strenuous backcountry trail descending into Sheepeater Canyon to dramatic waterfalls.
Union FallsFree5.0Experience Yellowstone's stunning second highest waterfall deep in the backcountry.
Aspen Trail SouthFree4.9A scenic hiking trail through aspen groves offering broad valley views
Bunsen PeakFree4.9Conquer a scenic mountain peak offering panoramic views of Yellowstone
Lake Butte OverlookFree4.9Panoramic high elevation viewpoint offering dramatic sunset vistas over Yellowstone Lake
Lone Star GeyserFree4.9Discover a massive backcountry cone geyser erupting roughly every three hours
Bison PeakFree4.8A scenic peak offering views of Yellowstone's vast wilderness
Black Sand BasinFree4.8Discover colorful thermal pools and active geysers along easy boardwalks.
Boulder RiverFree4.8A scenic wild trout stream located north of Yellowstone National Park
Elephant Back TrailheadFree4.8Scenic Yellowstone hike offering breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Yellowstone
Fountain Paint PotsFree4.8Explore colorful hydrothermal wonders along Yellowstone's accessible boardwalk loop trail.
Hayden ValleyFree4.8Expansive Yellowstone valley famous for abundant wildlife and scenic views
Ice LakeFree4.8Serene backcountry lake accessible via a short hike in Yellowstone.
Mt WashburnFree4.8Ascend Yellowstone's iconic peak for breathtaking panoramic views and wildlife sightings.
Shoshone LakeFree4.8Discover Yellowstone's peaceful backcountry lake perfect for paddling and fly fishing.
Twin LakesFree4.8Discover the Serenity of Twin Lakes
Upper Falls of the Yellowstone RiverFree4.8Witness the roaring 109-foot waterfall plunging into Yellowstone's dramatic canyon
West Thumb Geyser BasinFree4.8Explore vibrant thermal features along the shores of scenic Yellowstone Lake
Yellowstone Plateau$4.8Explore the vast volcanic plateau forming Yellowstone's high central heartland.
Yellowstone RiverFree4.8Iconic wild waters carving through dramatic canyons, waterfalls, and valleys.
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