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Wyoming

Heart Lake Trail

19.1 mi

Distance

3,692 ft

Gain

6h 55m

Time

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  • Inside Yellowstone National Park

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  • No access route mapped

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Out & back

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Elevation & route

Distance
19.1 mi
Elevation gain
3,692 ft
Elevation loss
3,692 ft
Highest point
8,147 ft
Lowest point
6,963 ft
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About this trail

Heart Lake Trail is a scenic 19.09-mile out-and-back journey in Wyoming that leads to an alpine lake nestled in the high country. This trail offers hikers a rewarding destination with stunning mountain views and the chance to experience pristine wilderness. The return via the same path allows for a full immersion in the landscape's natural beauty.

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