Wildlife & birding at Yellowstone National Park — 6 hand-verified trails with the data below, and a guided option if you'd rather not plan it yourself.
| Trail | Length | Gain | Dog | Kids | Shade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Faithful & Geyser Hill Loop | 1.6 mi | 60 ft | No | 0+ | 5% |
| Grand Prismatic Overlook | 1.6 mi | 105 ft | No | 6+ | 10% |
| Storm Point Trail | 2.3 mi | 40 ft | No | 6+ | 40% |
| Fairy Falls | 5.4 mi | 190 ft | No | 8+ | 30% |
| Uncle Tom's / South Rim | 2 mi | 500 ft | No | 8+ | 20% |
| Mount Washburn | 6.2 mi | 1400 ft | No | 10+ | 10% |
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