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 BasinFree4.8Discover colorful thermal pools and active geysers along easy boardwalks.
Boulder RiverFree4.8A scenic wild trout stream located north of Yellowstone National Park
Bridger LakeFree4.8A remote backcountry destination near Yellowstone's southern border for wilderness adventurers.
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.
Lamar RiverFree4.8Discover pristine waters and abundant wildlife along Yellowstone's majestic Lamar River.
Mt WashburnFree4.8Ascend Yellowstone's iconic peak for breathtaking panoramic views and wildlife sightings.
Museum of the Rockies$$4.8Explore premier dinosaur exhibits and regional history near Yellowstone National Park
Shoshone LakeFree4.8Discover Yellowstone's peaceful backcountry lake perfect for paddling and fly fishing.
Twin LakesFree4.8Discover the Serenity of Twin Lakes
Upper Falls of the Yellowstone RiverFree4.8Witness the roaring 109-foot waterfall plunging into Yellowstone's dramatic canyon
West Thumb Geyser BasinFree4.8Explore vibrant thermal features along the shores of scenic Yellowstone Lake
Yellowstone Plateau$4.8Explore the vast volcanic plateau forming Yellowstone's high central heartland.
Yellowstone RiverFree4.8Iconic wild waters carving through dramatic canyons, waterfalls, and valleys.
Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center$$4.7Observe rescued grizzly bears and gray wolves in an immersive educational sanctuary
Historic Fort YellowstoneFree4.7Discover Yellowstone's historic army headquarters and 19th-century military architecture.
Mammoth Hot SpringsFree4.7Discover travertine terraces and steaming hydrothermal wonders in northern Yellowstone
Mud VolcanoFree4.7Explore churning mud pots and steaming geothermal features in Yellowstone
North Fork Shoshone RiverFree4.7Scenic mountain river renowned for premier fly fishing and wildlife viewing.
Old FaithfulFree4.7Witness the Majestic Eruptions of Old Faithful
Old FaithfulFree4.7Experience Yellowstone's world-famous cone geyser erupting on a predictable schedule
Riddle LakeFree4.7Discover a serene subalpine lake reached by a scenic forest trail
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