Lower Loop of Yellowstone from Cody, WY

Overview

Led by knowledgeable local guides, we experience Yellowstone’s must see sights with thoughtful pacing and a focus on both wildlife and geothermal features for a relaxed and memorable day in the park. We have a great time! We know geyser eruption times, parking and drop-off techniques and all the best bathrooms in Yellowstone. Tour with us and our many years experience guiding in the world's first national park.

Itinerary

1. Lake Butte Overlook

   Driving alongside the shore of Yellowstone Lake we climb the road to one of our favorite viewpoints for wildlife and vast scenery.

   · 30 min

2. Yellowstone Geysers - Mud Volcano Area

   A short board walk to the Dragon's Mouth and a Mud Volcano show the power of the super volcano under Yellowstone.

   · 20 min

3. Hayden Valley

   The open plains of this valley are home to large herds of buffalo, and we are keeping an eye out for the occasional sighting of moose, wolves and golden eagle as we drive through the center of Yellowstone.

   · 30 min

4. Norris Geyser Basin

   The hottest geyser basin in Yellowstone it sometimes feels like we are on another planet and steam rises from this valley.

   · 45 min

5. Madison River

   Flowing alongside the road with rolling meadows and frequent wildlife sightings as we make our way into the park.

   · Non-stop passage

6. Grand Canyon de Yellowstone

   Two of the largest waterfalls from multiple viewpoints. We take you to the best places to see both upper and lower falls.

   · 1 h

7. Fountain Paint Pot

   Our first up close look at volcanic activity in Yellowstone. We step out onto the boardwalk to see bubbling mud pots, hissing steam vents, and a few geysers in action!

   · 30 min

8. Firehole Canyon Drive

   We stop to take a photo of an awesome waterfall in the middle of a volcano rock canyon.

   · 25 min

9. Grand Prismatic Spring

   One of Yellowstone’s most iconic sights. We stop at the Midway Geyser Basin to view Grand Prismatic Spring and Excelsior Geyser. We get a close up look at the scale of Yellowstone’s geothermal activity.

   · 45 min

10. Old Faithful

    Experience the iconic Upper Geyser basin and the world’s most predictable geyser erupt.

    · 1 h

11. West Thumb Geyser Basin

    Walk the boardwalk along the shore of Yellowstone Lake, where vents and colorful hot pools produce large steam clouds right next to open water.

    · 30 min

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

This tour picks up at all Hotels in Cody, WY or we can meet you at Fishing Bridge General Store at 9am. Look for a high-roof ford transit. Please have your ticket ready with name verification.

How to use your ticket

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• If traveler has a National Park Pass, each pass is good for 4 adults. If traveler does not have a National Park Pass they may purchase one at the gate upon entry for $20.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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