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Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Rim and Loop Hike with Lunch

4.8(418)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 418 reviews6 hFree cancellationBy Yellowstone Hiking Guides
Hiking the Grand Canyon Rim at the Yellowstone River.

About this activity

The Grand Canyon Rim Hike is one of the best hikes in Yellowstone National Park. This hiking tour is a loop. Your tour guide will watch for bears and answer your questions along the way.

Not only do we hike along the Rim of the Canyon, but also through the forest to lakes, mud pots, and meadows.

Your guide knows the trail and trail junctions, where many hikers get confused. Your guide also knows the good spots to stop for photos, resting, and lunch with a view.

What's included

  • ✓A light breakfast snack
  • ✓Bear Spray, Binoculars, Trekking Pole, Backpack (if necessary)
  • ✓Professional guide
  • ✓Hot coffee/tea/cocoa before the trip departs
  • ✓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
  • ✕Please bring 2 liters of water per person
  • ✕Rain jacket and fleece layer
  • ✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

  • Meet near the pavilion at the Upper Falls View Parking Area off of the South Rim Drive. Turn left off the Grand Loop Road on the South Rim Drive, 2 miles south of Canyon Village, toward Artist Point. After crossing over the Yellowstone River on a bridge, turn left at the 'Canyon Views' sign.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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