A broad mountain rises above a forested slope.
1-3 Hours

Yellowstone Lake Overlook Trail

Yellowstone National Park

Hike to a high mountain meadow for a commanding view of the West Thumb of Yellowstone Lake and the distant Absaroka Mountains.

Hike to a high mountain meadow for a commanding view of the West Thumb of Yellowstone Lake and the distant Absaroka Mountains. The loop trail ascends steeply, passing backcountry thermal features, then gradually descends through meadows & forest. Safety notes: Thermal activity along trail; stay on the designated trail and abide by detour signs at all times. Trailheads: Southeast corner of West Thumb Geyser Basin Parking Area.

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HikingTrailsYellowstone National Parktrailday hikemoderate hikeYellowstone LakesouthWest Thumb Geyser BasinYellowstone Lake Overlook TrailGrant VillageAn hour or twohiking

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Details

Duration

1-3 Hours

Duration Details

This is a 1.7-mile (2.7-kilometer) lollipop loop trail that begins and ends at the same trailhead.

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk

Pets

No

Reservations

No

Location

West Thumb Geyser Basin

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