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Wyoming

Lone Star Trail

2.7 mi

Distance

376 ft

Gain

1h 2m

Time

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  • Inside Yellowstone National Park

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Elevation & route

Distance
2.7 mi
Elevation gain
376 ft
Elevation loss
376 ft
Highest point
7,664 ft
Lowest point
7,605 ft
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About this trail

Lone Star Trail is a scenic 2.67-mile out-and-back hike in Wyoming that offers accessible exploration of the region's natural landscape. This straightforward trail provides a pleasant half-day outing suitable for hikers of varying experience levels, with the return journey retracing your outbound path.

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