Hiking and Camping in Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Top three reasons to go hiking in Yellowstone and Grand Teton NPs
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Yellowstone is known for being the first national park in the US
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A scenic float trip down the Snake River rounds out the experience
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Deciding which park is more awe-inspiring is next to impossible, but you’ll visit both
Famous for the mind-boggling beauty of its geothermal features and abundant wildlife, Yellowstone National Park provides a real taste of magical adventures to hiking enthusiasts year after year. With Grand Prismatic Spring, Old Faithful and the breathtaking Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone being the park’s most stunning features, there’s ample opportunity to be struck by the splendor anywhere you look. However, Wyoming is home to another jewel just 10 miles south of Yellowstone—Grand Teton National Park. The park is a veritable geological miracle with 2.7-billion-year-old metamorphic gneiss adorning the wonderful landscapes and, on top of that, boasts rich flora and fauna that have existed there since prehistoric times. Find out more about 11 of the best (and most photo-worthy) day hikes in Yellowstone Park from Ebony Roberts, Squamish resident and hiking enthusiast.
SeasonJuly |
Nearest cityJackson, WY, is about 10 minutes away from Grand Teton and under 2 hours away from Yellowstone |
Duration6 days |
Skill levelBeginner to advanced |