Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Established in 1872 as the first ever national park, Yellowstone is still one of the most treasured places in the country. A haven for an illustrious population of wildlife and one of the world's most unique hydrothermal wonders, it's no wonder "America's Best Idea" started here.
Top Spots in and near Yellowstone National Park
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Alta, Wyoming
Summit Table Mountain
4.811 mi / 4000 ft gainTo climb Table Mountain you begin at the Teton Canyon Trailhead near Driggs, Idaho. The trailhead sits at about 6,800 feet elevation and from there you have two options to reach the 11,106 ft. peak -neither of which are technical, and both of which are dog-friendly.The first option, named Huckleb...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Spend an Afternoon at Lucas Fabian Ranch
5.0The Lucas Fabian Ranch is a place you will not find on any map of the park, but it is one of my absolute favorite places to go for peace and quiet. To get there, drive toward Jenny Lake from the town of Moose. About four miles in, you will pass the Alpine Climber's Ranch and the Teton Glacier tur...Read more -
Cooke City-Silver Gate, Montana
Beartooth Highway: Silver Gate to Red Lodge
67.35 mi / 5817 ft gainBeartooth Highway: Silver Gate to Red Lodge is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a lake located near Silver Gate, Montana.Read more -
Jenny Lake, Wyoming
Schwabacher Landing
4.90.52 mi / 65.62 ft gainSchwabacher Landing is one of the most photographed and rewarding stops in Grand Teton National Park, known for its glassy reflections of the Teton Range in quiet beaver ponds along the Snake River. A short, flat walk makes it approachable for most visitors, while the scenery delivers big—towerin...Read more -
Moose, Wyoming
Trail Run at Schwabacher Landing
4.01.72 mi / 171 ft gainIf you are looking for one of the most scenic trail runs in the country, check out the trail at Schwabacher Landing. The trail starts at the parking lot with an elevation of 6,545 feet and is flat. It is an easy trail with no elevation gain, but the altitude may be higher than what you are used t...Read more -
Moose, Wyoming
Camp at Shadow Mountain
4.6Whether you're looking for a place to pull in and crash or an area to take in the entire Teton range, you shouldn't pass up the opportunity to experience Shadow Mountain. Although Shadow Mountain is in Bridger-Teton National Forest, the foot of the mountain borders Grand Teton National Park. Fore...Read more