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.
Sheepeater CliffsFree4.7Explore striking columnar basalt cliffs along Yellowstone's picturesque Gardner River
Storm PointFree4.7Scenic 2.3-mile loop trail offering sweeping views of Yellowstone Lake.
Tower FallFree4.7Experience the striking 132-foot cascade nestled in northern Yellowstone
West Yellowstone Visitor Information CenterFree4.7Your essential gateway stop for Yellowstone park guidance and trip planning
Yellowstone LakeFree4.7Discover North America's largest high altitude lake in Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone River Picnic AreaFree4.7Scenic riverside picnic spot with canyon views and hiking trail access
Lone Star Trailhead OK1Free4.6A peaceful Yellowstone National Park trailhead leading to Lone Star Geyser
Yellowstone Hot SpringsFree4.6Relax in natural mineral soak pools along the scenic Yellowstone River
Clear LakeFree4.5Explore a peaceful hydrothermal lake nestled along popular Yellowstone hiking trails.
Fishing BridgeFree4.5Historic Yellowstone bridge offering scenic lake views and trout watching
The Wreck of the E.C. WatersFree4.5Discover the historic abandoned steamboat remains on Yellowstone Lake's Stevenson Island.
Canyon Village - General Store$4.4Essential stop for groceries, souvenirs, and diner fare in Yellowstone
Museum of the Yellowstone$4.4Explore local history inside West Yellowstone's historic Union Pacific train depot
Old Faithful InnFree4.2A historic rustic lodge offering prime views of Yellowstone's famous geyser.
Petrified TreeFree4.1Discover an ancient petrified redwood stump preserved in Yellowstone National Park
Beaver Ponds TrailFree4.0Explore scenic forests, sagebrush meadows, and tranquil beaver ponds in Yellowstone
Heart LakeFree3.8A scenic backcountry lake offering quiet fishing and geothermal wonders
Swan Lake FlatFree3.0Broad mountain plateau offering sweeping peak vistas and excellent wildlife watching.
Specimen RidgeFree1.0Explore ancient petrified forests and sweeping Lamar Valley views in Yellowstone
Antelope CreekFreeA scenic natural stream flowing through Yellowstone's pristine northern wilderness.
Bechler River TrailFreeExplore scenic waterfalls and river canyons in southwestern Yellowstone National Park
Blacktail Plateau DriveFreeA scenic six-mile unpaved one-way drive through Yellowstone's peaceful backcountry.
Canyon Village$$A major Yellowstone service hub near the spectacular Grand Canyon rims
Chittenden RoadFreeScenic access road leading to Mount Washburn's northern trailhead
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