Yellowstone National Park is a magnificent area with beautiful, dramatic
scenery and incredible hydrothermal features. Within its 2.2 million
acres lies some of the earth's greatest natural treasures. Day Hikes in
Yellowstone National Park includes a thorough cross-section of
eighty-two hikes throughout this national park. Now in its fourth
edition, the guide includes all of the park's most popular hikes as well
as a wide assortment of secluded backcountry trails. Many hikes lead to
hot springs, bubbling mud pots, steaming fumaroles, and geysers
(including Old Faithful) that are predominant throughout the park.
Several hikes explore the rim and interior of the Grand Canyon of
Yellowstone, a 1,200 foot deep chasm cut by the Yellowstone River.
Highlights include thundering waterfalls, unusual thermal features,
expansive meadows, alpine lakes, secluded canyons, and 360-degree vistas
of the park. All levels of hiking experience are accommodated, from
level boardwalk trails to mountainous treks up to panoramic overlooks.
Each hike includes a detailed map, accurate driving and hiking
directions, distance/time/elevation statistics, a list of relevant maps,
and summaries to help hikers find a trail appropriate to their ability
and desire. Companion hiking guides include Day Hikes in Grand Teton
National Park, Day Hikes Around Bozeman, and Day Hikes in the Beartooth
Mountains.
