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Wyoming

Canyon Rim Trail

1.5 mi

Distance

518 ft

Gain

34 min

Time

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  • Inside Yellowstone National Park

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Quick trip — under 2 mi
Out & back

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Elevation & route

Distance
1.5 mi
Elevation gain
518 ft
Elevation loss
518 ft
Highest point
7,940 ft
Lowest point
7,789 ft
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About this trail

Canyon Rim Trail offers a scenic out-and-back hike along the edge of a Wyoming canyon, providing expansive views of the geological formations below. This short trail is ideal for hikers seeking a quick escape into nature without committing to a full day of hiking. The rim walk showcases the dramatic landscape that defines Wyoming's high desert terrain.

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