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Wyoming
5.3 mi
Distance
788 ft
Gain
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Beaver Ponds Trail
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Beaver Ponds Trail is a 5.3-mile lollipop loop located in Wyoming and managed by the National Park Service. This trail offers hikers a scenic route that combines outbound travel with a circular exploration before returning via the same path. The lollipop configuration makes this trail accessible for various fitness levels, as hikers can turn back at any point along the initial leg or complete the full loop for a more comprehensive experience. The National Park Service maintains the trail to established standards. The trail's name suggests wildlife viewing opportunities, particularly beaver activity, though hikers should be prepared with standard gear and water. The Wyoming location provides typical high-elevation or mountain terrain characteristics common to the region. Beaver Ponds Trail serves as a solid option for day hikers seeking moderate distance travel with the flexibility of a lollipop design. Check with the National Park Service for current conditions, seasonal access, and any specific regulations before your visit.
Boiling River
~2 min drive
<p><span style="color:#c0392b;"><strong>No swimming at Boiling River.</strong></span> Currently, swimming is not possible at Boiling River because of the impacts to the river from the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/flood-recovery.htm">2022 floods</a>.</p> <h2>…
Osprey Falls Trail
~5 min drive
7.8 mi · Moderate
Yellowstone River
~6 min drive
Scenic 5.5-mile riverside hike with steady elevation gain in the Yellowstone region.
Beattie Gulch
~10 min drive
Challenging 11-mile gulch hike with 2,900 ft elevation gain in remote Montana.
Mammoth Campground Comfort Station
~3 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Wyoming.
Bunsen Peak Overlook
~5 min drive
<p>Bunsen Peak prominently sits south of Mammoth Hot Springs. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trails:</p> <ul> <li>Bunsen Peak Trail</li> <li>Bunsen Peak Road Trail</li> <li>Osprey Falls Trail</li> </ul> <p>Parking is limited. Winter trailhead access requi…
Maiden Falls
~8 min drive
Easy waterfall hike with modest elevation gain near Maiden Falls, Montana.
Pine Creek
~12 min drive
Steady 8.5-mile climb through pine forest with 3,200 ft elevation gain.
Rescue Creek Trailhead (1N2)
~3 min drive
Bunsen Peak prominently sits south of Mammoth Hot Springs. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trails: Bunsen Peak Trail Bunsen Peak Road Trail Osprey Falls Trail Parking is limited. Winter trailhead access requires a snow coach drop-off, or skiing up from…
Bunsen Peak Trailhead (1K4)
~8 min drive
Bunsen Peak prominently sits south of Mammoth Hot Springs. From this trailhead, you can embark on the following trails: Bunsen Peak Trail Bunsen Peak Road Trail Osprey Falls Trail Parking is limited. Winter trailhead access requires a snow coach drop-off, or skiing up from…