Hike among herds of bison and pronghorn, Yellowstone's most unique wildlife
Explore Yellowstone's Lamar Valley with a local guide
Hike the Serengeti of North America with local wildlife guides
Be immersed in nature and history while taking in the landscape
Enjoy a picnic lunch out on the trail
Activity location
Lamar Valley
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
NE Entrance Rd, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190, USA | Meet at the Lamar River Trailhead (Hiker Trailhead, not Stock Trailhead.)
From Gardiner, MT / Tower Junction: The trailhead is 14.8 miles from Tower Junction (25 minutes). Turn onto Highway 212 at Tower Junction toward Cooke City. After driving through the Lamar Valley you will pass the Lamar River Stock Trailhead. This trailhead is for horse users. There are two latrines at this location. This is your last civilized bathroom location. The hiker trailhead is another 0.25 mile upstream. This large parking lot for the Lamar River Trail has no latrines. If you get out of your vehicle you will see a small footbridge.
From Cooke City, MT: The trailhead is 18.3 miles from Cooke City (30 minutes). It is located approximately 0.5 mile past the small, white Soda Butte thermal formation.
Fossil Forest, Wyoming, United States
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Lamar Valley Safari Hiking Tour with Lunch
6h
English
Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€168.86 x 1 Adult€168.86
Total
Price is €168.86€168.86
includes taxes & fees
Until Mon, 27 Jul
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What's included, what's not
Morning snack and hot drink
Binoculars and a group spotting scope
Backpack for your necessities
Trekking pole
Bear Spray
Brown bag picnic lunch
Professional wildlife guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Park entrance fees
Water and rain jacket (required but not included)
Tips
Know before you book
Not allowed: Drones, Feeding animals, Pets, Riding the animals, Touching animals
Not suitable for: Children under 8 years, People over 80 years, People with heart problems, Wheelchair users
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
What you can expect
Meet your guide at the Lamar River Trailhead at 8 am. Gear up with packs, trekking poles, binoculars, and bear spray while enjoying a morning snack and hot drink (coffee/tea/cocoa). Hit the trail for a hike in the Serengeti of North America after a brief safety presentation.
Spot wildlife like bison, pronghorn, bear, wolf, elk, badgers, birds, and more with binoculars from the trail. Hike across the Lamar Valley to the Lamar River for a picnic lunch riverside. Stop to smell the sage along the way. Be immersed in Native American history while taking in the miles of vast scenery. Follow your guide on bison trails in the world's first National Park.
Location
Activity location
Lamar Valley
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
NE Entrance Rd, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190, USA | Meet at the Lamar River Trailhead (Hiker Trailhead, not Stock Trailhead.)
From Gardiner, MT / Tower Junction: The trailhead is 14.8 miles from Tower Junction (25 minutes). Turn onto Highway 212 at Tower Junction toward Cooke City. After driving through the Lamar Valley you will pass the Lamar River Stock Trailhead. This trailhead is for horse users. There are two latrines at this location. This is your last civilized bathroom location. The hiker trailhead is another 0.25 mile upstream. This large parking lot for the Lamar River Trail has no latrines. If you get out of your vehicle you will see a small footbridge.
From Cooke City, MT: The trailhead is 18.3 miles from Cooke City (30 minutes). It is located approximately 0.5 mile past the small, white Soda Butte thermal formation.
