$780+
/day
Yellowstone National Park
Wolf & Wildlife Watching Tour
Your biologist guide will use their expert local ecological knowledge to help you see and learn about the wildlife you're interested in. Year-round
Yellowstone Day Hike
Yellowstone Day Hikes
- Photo Friendly
- 5 or 8 hour duration
- 1-10 People
- All weather
Hike in Yellowstone with a Biologist
Yellowstone has over 900 miles (1,450 km) of trails in a variety of landscapes, from lush pine forests to stark thermal basins. Hikes can be steep mountain treks or casual strolls along boardwalks. Take a closer look at Yellowstone by getting off the beaten path and onto a trail with a biologist as your guide. Your expert guide will customize your half-day (up to 5 hours) or full-day (up to 8 hours) privately guided hike in Yellowstone according to your preferences, abilities, time of year, weather, and trail conditions. Location Options: We can guide you on trails in Yellowstone near Mammoth Hot Springs, Tower Junction, Canyon, Hayden Valley, Lamar Valley. We also guide day hikes near Gardiner, Paradise Valley or Cooke City-Silver Gate in the Gallatin National Forest. We carry bear spray and are trained in trail safety in Yellowstone's bear country. We take grizzly bears seriously! We can also enhance your knowledge of Yellowstone's natural history, ecology, scientific studies, and conservation efforts. As guides, we get excited about all kinds of observations, so let us know if you have a particular interest.
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Biologist Guide
We love using our expert local ecological knowledge to help you see and learn about the aspects of Yellowstone that you are interested in. We'll also help you stay safe while you go wild!
Picnic
We provide delicious snacks on half-day hikes, or picnic lunch on full-day hikes
Weather and Elevation
Yellowstone has a dry, high-elevation climate. Weather varies A LOT! We can have 60 degree (F) temperature changes in a day. Bring clothing layers. Thunderstorms and snow can happen in any month.
Amazing Optics
Binoculars are provided on your hike, so you won't miss out on the action!
Family Friendly + Accessible
Hikes can be adapted to accommodate most ages and abilities. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have specific needs.
Stay Hydrated!
BYO water bottle or hydration pack and drink plenty of water to have your best day. You'll need 2 liters per person for half day hikes or 3 liters per person for full day hikes.
Choose Your Adventure!
When booking a hike, please specify the level of difficulty you prefer. Remember! Yellowstone is in the Rocky Mountains. The minimum starting elevation will be about 6000 feet above sea level, and we go up from there.
Easy
Gentle and mostly flat terrain, with minimal elevation gain. May include boardwalks or stairs.
Moderate
Trails that include sections of rocky terrain or sections and other obstacles with up to 700 feet elevation gain.
Moderately Strenuous
Uneven rocky terrain and other obstacles with up to 1000 feet elevation gain.
Strenuous
Steeper, rocky terrain, possibly off trail, with steep inclines and possibly over 1000 feet in elevation gain
Tour Pricing
All hikes are private Meet at Trailhead Please contact us directly for groups larger than 10
Half Day Hike
near Mammoth WY, Gardiner MT or Paradise Valley MT
$500/day
- + $30 per hiker, after the first
Half Day Hike
near Grand Canyon of Yellowstone or Hayden Valley
$625/day
- + $30 per hiker, after the first
Full Day Hike
near Mammoth WY, Gardiner MT or Paradise Valley MT
$700/day
- + $50 per hiker, after the first
Full Day Hike
near Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone or Hayden Valley
$825/day
- + $50 per hiker, after the first
Reviews
Amazing Tour! Stunning sights and awesome guides. We had such a great time. We were a large group, but easily accommodated by Adventure Co. The location was amazing, the weather was perfect, and the sights were beautiful.
Sally Smith
October 2018
The company was recommended to us by a friend, and now I can see why! It was certainly one of the highlights of our vacation. The guides were all very friendly, experienced, and professional which made it a real treat.
Doug Martin
September 2018
I was visiting from out of state with my family, most of whom had never experienced something like this before, and we thought it would be a good idea - we're sure glad that we did! The experienced guides made sure that the whole day went smoothly, and luckily for us the weather was great. Highly recommended!
Gary Jones
July 2018
$500/half day hike + $30/person
$700/full day hike + $50/person
What's Included
An experienced, local naturalist hiking guide or biologist with extensive knowledge of the area A half-day or full-day of hiking Snacks (half-day hikes), lunch (full-day hikes) Bear spray for hikes Binoculars
What's Not Included
Gratuity National Park entrance fees: $20/person Weekly, annual, veteran, 4th grader & senior passes also accepted.
Payment Options
We will gladly accept online payment by credit card or by check if mailed in advance.
Have a Question?
Feel free to reach out and we're happy to answer any questions you may have.
Book your Yellowstone Day Hike Now
Looking for Another Adventure?
Make the most of your visit on a private tour with In Our Nature Guiding Services. One of our local wildlife biologists will craft your adventure to your personal interests.
$2,800
and up
Stay where the animals are
Yellowstone Lodging & Tour Package
Choose the guided activities and tours you would like to do and stay at Wanderlust Haven, an ideally located, beautiful two bedroom, two bathroom house in Gardiner with amazing views!
Bozeman Airport transfers can be arranged. All Year
$500 to $700
/day
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