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S Rim Trail, Yellowstone National Park

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#7 of 43 in Historic Sites in Wyoming
Canyon · Hidden Gem · Historic Walking Area
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Hike on S Rim Trail for a visually spectacular experience, with many waterfalls large and small cutting through the rocky hills. Climb to Artist Point for an open view of the valley, and look out for wildlife, such as bison. Talk to the park rangers for information about the plant and animal life, as well as the history of the park and the trail itself. Alternatively, choose a ranger-guided hike, where they give out information as you pass the important spots on the trail. The route, mostly paved, is easy enough for walkers of all skill levels. Arrange to visit S Rim Trail and other attractions in Yellowstone National Park using our Yellowstone National Park trip itinerary planner.
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  • The trail is amazing: the meadows, the hot springs and fumaroles, the ponds, the path along the grand Yellowstone canyon 
    The trail is amazing: the meadows, the hot springs and fumaroles, the ponds, the path along the grand Yellowstone canyon  more »
  • We did a great circuit up the rim and then through some thermal areas and past a Lake. Great walk, don't just go to the view points, walking the whole rim gives a much better sense and it is less... 
    We did a great circuit up the rim and then through some thermal areas and past a Lake. Great walk, don't just go to the view points, walking the whole rim gives a much better sense and it is less...  more »

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