canyon village and grand canyon of the yellowstone
river Area
ice lake
Pack a picnic, bring the kids, and let grandma loose on this short, flat, very easy .3-mile (.5 km) one-way trek to small, peaceful Ice Lake. Beautiful backcountry scenery makes Ice Lake a wonderful introductory glimpse into Yellowstone’s exciting outback...
little gibbon falls
Romp about waterfall, river, and lake attractions on this moderate 3.9-mile (6.3 km) loop along the Gibbon River to Ice Lake. Convenient lakeside campsites transform this fun hike into a super-sweet overnight adventure...
CYGNET LAKES
Visit a chain of five marshy lakes on a flat 8.2-mile (13.2 km) out-and-back stroll to Cygnet Lakes. This moderate trail is popular with wildlife watchers who tromp through this area of Yellowstone’s Central Plateau to observe the park’s most notorious creatures - bears...
GREBE LAKE
Strap your fishing pole to your pack for this moderate 6.6-mile (10.6 km) out-and-back jaunt to 156-acre (63 hectares) Grebe Lake, home to rare Arctic Grayling trout. Snow usually covers this trail until the end of June; otherwise, it’s a very popular destination with anglers and backpackers...
howard eaton trail
Take in Yellowstone’s most tranquil backcountry lakes on this moderate-to-very-difficult 2.5-mile (4 km) to 12-mile (19.3 km) one-way shuttle hike down Howard Eaton Trail. Beautiful lakeside campsites along the trail and excellent fishing opportunities easily turn this walk into an irresistible backcountry adventure. Adventurers tackling all 12 miles (19.3 km) of the trail will need a shuttle (like a car) at the hike’s end in Norris Campground...
cascade lake
Amble over creeks, through meadows, and into forests on a moderately easy 4.2-mile (6.8 km) or 5.2-mile (8.4 km) roundtrip stroll to peaceful Cascade Lake. Cascade Lake, accessible by two trailheads, offers a leisurely first look into Yellowstone’s scenic backcountry...
north rim of the grand canyon
Cross historic bridges, following the North Rim of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River to the dramatic brink of the Upper Falls, just like tourists did in the 1800s, on an easy 1.5-mile (2.4 km) out-and-back walk. A level path with outstanding views continues to make North Rim Trail a popular stroll for park visitors throughout the ages...
south rim of the grand canyon
Break out the camera! This one’s going online! Pick up where spectacular South Rim Drive leaves off in this 4.4-mile (7.1 km) out-and-back hike to Point Sublime...
canyon lakes
Devour unbelievable views, and indulge in the steaming, bubbling heart of Yellowstone backcountry, on a moderately difficult 7-mile (11.3 km) hike among the unique lakes of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. Backcountry campsites on Ribbon Lake provide respite for adventurers interested in extended area exploration...
