Hiking at Yellowstone is a great way to explore the colorful hot pools, geysers, and stunning landscapes.There's a Yellowstone hike for you no matter your age, ability, or skill level.
Dress in layers when hiking at Yellowstone. Temperatures fluctuate dramatically from morning to daytime. Moisture-wicking clothing is helpful.Be prepared with all the essentials you’ll need for weather and safety while hiking in Yellowstone:
It’s important to be Bear Aware when exploring Yellowstone hikes. You may encounter both grizzly bears and black bears on the park trails. Learn how to prevent a bear encounter and what to do if you see a bear while hiking.
We’ve designated an “easy hike” in Yellowstone to be less than three miles roundtrip, no more than 300 feet of elevation gain, and suitable for taking kids!
– Hike length: 1.2miles round trip– Time required: 1 to 2 hours– Hike difficulty: Easy– Trailhead Location: TheGrand Prismatic Overlook Trailhead is located in Midway Geyser Basin’ssouth area at the FairyFalls Parking Lot.
– Hike length: 2.4 miles round trip– Time required: 2 to 4
hours– Hike difficulty: Easy to Moderate– Trailhead Location: At the south side of Biscuit Basin, park in pullouts and walk 0.5 miles north along the Upper Geyser Basin to Biscuit Basin Trail.
– Hike length: 1.2
miles round trip– Time required: 1 to 2
hours– Hike difficulty: Easy– Trailhead Location: The
trail starts from a small
pullout about 1.5 miles
south of Pebble Creek
Campground on the
Northeast Entrance
Road.
– Hike length: 2.3
miles round trip– Time required: 1 to 2
hours– Hike difficulty: Easy– Trailhead Location:
Indian Pond pullout, 3
miles east of Fishing
Bridge Visitor Center.