1. Mt Washburn
Hike up an old road past open meadows and gnarled rock faces to the panoramic views of Yellowstone at the lookout.
2. North Rim Trail
Follow along the rim of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone as the mighty Yellowstone River changes from a slow, broad river to a frothing whitewater rapid that spills over as two incredible waterfalls. Then continue along the canyon with otherworldly formations made of yellow, white, and red rocks.
3. Clear Lake - Ribbon Lake Loop
Start at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone with views of the Upper Falls before traversing through meadows. Stop at the hydrothermal Clear Lake, then continue to the lily pad covered Ribbon Lake, and finish the hike along the South Rim.
*Kid Friendly*
4. Avalanche Peak
This steep trail in the Absaroka Range winds through a forest with beautiful views. Take in the unobstructed views of the mountains and Yellowstone Lake from the peak’s shoulder to summit
5. Fairy Falls
Walk along the Firehole River, past Grand Prismatic Spring, and through a lodgepole pine forest to the tall, delicate Fairy Falls. Then continue to geysers and open meadows as you make your way back to the Firehole River.
*Kid Friendly*
6. Storm Point Nature Trail
This varied loop has you starting out by a quaint pond with large meadows frequented by bison. Continue through a dense forest and finish the hike at the vast shore of Yellowstone Lake.
*Kid Friendly*
7. Trout Lake
Climb up through flower meadows and an old forest to a small, picturesque lake surrounded by trees, rolling meadows, and rocky cliffs.
8. Pebble Creek
The gorgeous upper meadows of Pebble Creek are broad, relaxing, and surrounded by distressed, rocky cliffs and are accessed by a steeper trail through a pleasant forest.
9. Yellowstone River Picnic Area Trail
Travel along the rim of a narrow canyon of the Yellowstone River that has carved unbelievable rock formations. Pair this hike with the Specimen Ridge trail through open meadows to create a wonderful loop through open meadows.
*Kid Friendly*
10. Beaver Ponds Loop
From Mammoth Hot Springs, hike through forest and meadow. Explore vast vistas and quaint ponds that teem with wildlife including the area’s populous elk.
*Kid Friendly*
