Yellowstone National Park

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As the first National Park ever created, Yellowstone marks the beginning of “America’s best idea.” Not only does this park protect over 10,000 hydrothermal features including famous geysers and hot springs, but it’s also one of the largest in-tact ecosystems in the world, home to 67 species of mammals. Yellowstone hiking tours with MountainBased will have you exploring the renowned Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Old Faithful geyser, Grand Prismatic hot spring and other treasures. Our expert guides will create a seamless and spectacular experience for you on either camping or lodging itineraries. Check out our five day Yellowstone + Grand Teton tours, perfect for couples, families and solo travelers! Want to learn more? Chat with an expert by calling 1-800-206-7909

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Why book a guided hiking tour to Yellowstone?

Guided hiking tours in Yellowstone National Park offer a number of advantages for visitors. One of the main benefits of joining a hiking tour is the opportunity to gain insight and knowledge from expert guides. Our guides are well-versed in the local Yellowstone flora, fauna, history, and culture of the park, and can provide valuable information. Our team has been guiding in this region for awhile. Additionally, guided tours provide convenience by handling all logistics in a large National Park (3,400 square miles), including transportation, gear, and meals, allowing you to fully enjoy your adventure. This can be especially helpful for those who are unfamiliar with the National Park. Safety is also a top priority, and our guides are trained in outdoor safety practices to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Some trails in the park may have restrictions or permit requirements, but a guided Yellowstone hiking tour with us can help you access these trails and ensure compliance with regulations, making your visit to Yellowstone easy and more enjoyable.

Each tour is great for couples, families, and solo travelers alike

More Information about Yellowstone

Yellowstone National Park is a United States National Park that is located primarily in the state of Wyoming, although it also extends into Montana and Idaho. It is the oldest and arguably the most famous national park in the country, known for its geothermal features such as geysers and hot springs, as well as its abundant wildlife, including bears, wolves, bison, and elk.

The area now known as Yellowstone was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Crow, the Shoshone, and the Bannock. These tribes used the park’s geothermal features for medicinal and spiritual purposes, and they also hunted and fished in the area. In the early 19th century, Europeans began to explore the region, and the park’s first western visitors were members of the Lewis and Clark expedition in 1806.

The geology of Yellowstone is unique, with a high concentration of geothermal features that are the result of the park being located on top of a supervolcano. This supervolcano has erupted three times in the past 2.1 million years, with the most recent eruption occurring approximately 630,000 years ago. Despite the potential for future eruptions, the geothermal activity in Yellowstone is what attracts so many visitors to the park. In 1872, Yellowstone was established as the first national park in the world, setting a precedent for the preservation of natural areas for the enjoyment of future generations.

Some of the most iconic features of Yellowstone National Park include Old Faithful, a geyser that erupts every 35-120 minutes and reaches heights of up to 184 feet, the Grand Prismatic Spring, which is the largest hot spring in the United States and has vibrant colors due to the presence of thermophilic bacteria, and the Mammoth Hot Springs, which are a series of hot springs and terraces that have formed over thousands of years. The park is also home to a wide variety of wildlife, including grizzly bears, black bears, wolves, bison, elk, and moose, which can be viewed by visitors who take part in activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, and wildlife viewing.

Average Temperatures + Precipitation for Yellowstone National Park

*Based on weather data from the National Park Service