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Specimen Ridge Day Hike Trail

Yellowstone National Park

Two hikers sit on a ridgeline taking in views of the valley below.

NPS / Neal Herbert

Yellowstone National Park

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Hikers standing on the rocky top of Avalanche Peak with Yellowstone Lake in the background.
Yellowstone Day Hikes

Lace up your boots and explore some of the over 1,000 miles of trails in Yellowstone National Park.

Daughter and mother hike up a trail along the Yellowstone River.
Tower & Northeast Day Hikes

Hikes in the northern part of the park reward you with enjoyable views of the Yellowstone River, meadows, and even petrified forests.

Last updated: February 12, 2024