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 FallsFree5.0A stunning waterfall tucked inside Sheepeater Canyon in Yellowstone National Park
Osprey Falls TrailFree5.0A strenuous backcountry trail descending into Sheepeater Canyon to dramatic waterfalls.
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
Grand Canyon of the YellowstoneFree4.9Marvel at dramatic canyon walls and powerful waterfalls in Yellowstone
Grand Prismatic SpringFree4.9Experience Yellowstone's iconic hot spring renowned for its striking rainbow hues.
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
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.
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.
West Thumb Geyser BasinFree4.8Explore vibrant thermal features along the shores of scenic Yellowstone Lake
Historic Fort YellowstoneFree4.7Discover Yellowstone's historic army headquarters and 19th-century military architecture.
North Fork Shoshone RiverFree4.7Scenic mountain river renowned for premier fly fishing and wildlife viewing.
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
Lone Star Trailhead OK1Free4.6A peaceful Yellowstone National Park trailhead leading to Lone Star Geyser
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