Activities: include camping, hiking, fishing, boating, biking, horseback riding, lama packing, and picnicking
Hiking
Over 1,100 miles of Yellowstone are open to hiking. Mary Mountain trail is one of the more popular trails of Hayden Valley. There are also over 50 designated picnic areas around the park, most of which are wheelchair accessible. Biking
Bicycling in Yellowstone can be both exhilarating and dangerous. With narrow, winding roads and often snowy conditions, this is only recommended for more experienced bikers. Horseback/Lama Rides
Horseback riding and lama-rides are offered in Mammoth, Tower-Roosevelt, and Canyon. |
Fishing
Fishing season here lasts from late May to early November. Motorized boats may be used on Yellowstone and Lewis Lake, while non-motorized boats are permitted on most others. Boating permits (which are required) can be purchased at most entrances along with the Bridge Bay Ranger Station and Grant Village Backcountry Office. Snowshoeing and Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing and cross country skiing is also available, and is a good way to experience the park in winter. |
Other Famous Areas/Sites, Besides Hayden Valley
Steamboat Geyser
Today this is the planet’s tallest-erupting, still active geyser. It erupts less frequently than Old Faithful though, although it is known to reach impressive heights of around 300 feet. |
Old Faithful Geyser
Old Faithful erupts about once every hour and a half. She is good about sticking to this schedule—you won’t have to worry about waiting too long. Usually reaching a height of around 150 feet, Old Faithful can spray over 8,000 gallons of boiling water into the air. Many consider this a must-see site. |
Lamar Valley: Another beautiful region of the park, here you can see grizzly bears, bison, and gray wolves.