Fairy Falls and Grand Prismatic Overlook Hike with Lunch

5.0(11)6 hFree cancellationBy Yellowstone Hiking Guides

Admiring Fairy Falls and wildflowers in Yellowstone National Park.

About this activity

Grand Prismatic Hot Spring is a must-see on everyone’s trip to Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone’s largest hot spring is best viewed from above, giving you the vantagepoint to see the entire spring with a panoramic view.

After viewing Grand Prismatic, we hike through the endless pines of the 1988 burn to Fairy Falls. Dropping 200 feet over the edge of the cliff, Fairy Falls is a sight to see!

Then, we head to Imperial Geyser for a taste of solitude. Watch the geyser erupt while taking in the colorful waters that surround it.

This is the best time to see Grand Prismatic, Fairy Falls, and Imperial Geyser; before the massive crowds clog the parking area.

What's included

✓Bear Spray, Binoculars, Trekking Pole, Backpack
✓Hot coffee/tea/cocoa before the trip departs
✓Light breakfast snack
✓Sandwich, apple, nuts, snacks (Turkey/Veggie/Vegan/Gluten Free Options) *Please notify YHG with any food allergies or dietary restrictions*

Not included

✕Entrance Fee to Yellowstone National Park: $35 per vehicle, good for one week to Yellowstone National Park
✕Please bring 2 liters of water per person
✕Rain jacket and fleece layer
✕Appreciated but not expected

Meeting and pickup

The trailhead is 1.5 miles south of Midway Geyser Basin, and 5.5 miles north of the Old Faithful Village. There is a small circle parking area next to a large gravel parking lot. Please meet your guide in the gravel parking lot.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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