Black Sand Basin Ski Trail

NPS / Jacob W. Frank

The Black Sand Basin Ski Trail is a groomed 4 mile (6.4 km) round trip, easiest trail that takes you from the Upper Geyser Basin to Black Sand Basin. Begin in front of the Old Faithful Visitor Center and take the Upper Geyser Basin Trail past Castle Geyser. Turn left onto the skier-tracked trail to Daisy Geyser, stay to the left and continue to the snow vehicle road. Black Sand Basin is across the snow vehicle road.

Notes: Stay on boardwalks and designated ski trails. The ground is unstable in hydrothermal areas.

Check out the ski trail details and accessibility information at the bottom of this page.

Details

Duration

2-3 Hours

The duration will vary depending on skier fitness level, snow conditions, and length of time spent along the trail.

Activity

Skiing

Easiest

Pets Allowed

No

Qualified service animals are welcome throughout the park and in all park facilities. However, they must be leashed and under your control at all times. 
 

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Old Faithful Area

The trail starts in front of the Old Faithful Visitor Center.

Reservations

No

Season

Winter

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

This machine groomed easiest trail provides flat terrain. The trail elevation gain/loss is 80 feet. Service dogs allowed.

Black Sand Basin Currently Closed

February 24, 2020: Due to the carcass of a bison near Black Sand Basin, the area is closed until further notice.

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