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Lamar Valley, Yellowstone National Park

4.8
#1 of 212 in Outdoors in Wyoming
Must see · Wildlife Area · Scenic Drive
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At Lamar Valley, mountain peaks gently rise from the distance and a small river flows at this picturesque spot inside Yellowstone National Park where wildlife abounds. Photographers bring their gear and wait for bears, wolves, elk, bison, and other wildlife to appear. You can fish along the river with a permit; anglers wrangle for cutthroat and rainbow trout here. To get the best out of this small gem in Yellowstone, take an organized wildlife excursion. By using our Yellowstone National Park day trip planning app, you can arrange your visit to Lamar Valley and other attractions in Yellowstone National Park.
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  • By jfd
    Great drive to see wildlife. We went with a tour group and we’re able to see bison and moose. If u have good binoculars you can see wolves and mountain goats. A must do if you go to Yellowstone 
    Great drive to see wildlife. We went with a tour group and we’re able to see bison and moose. If u have good binoculars you can see wolves and mountain goats. A must do if you go to Yellowstone  more »
  • By TraceyCyrene
    The buffaloe....need I say more?!?!! You can just sit in awe of these amazing creatures for hours with your camera! We did! 
    The buffaloe....need I say more?!?!! You can just sit in awe of these amazing creatures for hours with your camera! We did!  more »
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  • By amedawas
    In Yellowstone National Park this is the place for wildlife viewing, especially in the winter. Wolves, bison, pronghorn, otters, eagles, waterfowl and throw in the occasional bear and you have an incredible experience. Of course the landscape is awe inspiring.
  • By Steve Hayes
    Amazing view. Saw pack of wolves after baby bison but adult bison kept them away. My family thought the way to and Lamar Valley was the best part of Yellowstone
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