Itinerary Details
MT Sobek: Wyoming Yellowstone & Grand Teton Hiking & Camping
Day 1 Journey to Yellowstone National Park & Hike at Mammoth Hot Springs
3- to 4-hour private van transfer
5 miles/3-4 hours hiking with 1,407' elevation gain and loss
Your trip begins in Bozeman, Montana. After meeting your guide and fellow adventurers, set off for Yellowstone National Park. On the way, stop at Mammoth Hot Springs, where you can drop by the visitor center, watch for the resident elk herd, and get an initial glimpse of some of the park's fascinating thermal features. Refuel with a guide-prepared picnic lunch, then start your warm-up hike directly from the visitor center. Walk into lush meadows and pass through forest, keeping an eye out for wildlife. After your first day exploring the park, settle into camp for the evening and enjoy a tasty guide-prepared dinner under the star-filled sky.
Accommodation: Bridge Bay Campground - Yellowstone
(L, D)
Day 2 Hike to Upper Geyser Basin & See Old Faithful Erupt
2.5- to 3.5-hour private van transfer
6-8 miles/3-4 hours hiking with 519' elevation gain and 850' loss
Still considered an active volcano, reminders of Yellowstone's violent geological past abound. Start today with a visit to the spectacular Grand Prismatic Spring, the largest hot spring in the nation. Marvel at the spring's brilliant rings of brown, yellow, blue, green, and orange, caused by microbes that live at the edges of the mineral-rich water. Next, hike to 70-foot Mystic Falls for a dramatic view of the geyser basin below. Continue your hike to Upper Geyser Basin to explore the many additional geysers, hot springs, and fumaroles, then head over to witness the iconic eruption of Old Faithful, the grand finale to a day of geological wonders. Return to camp and discuss your next day's adventures.
Accommodation: Bridge Bay Campground - Yellowstone
(B, L, D)
Day 3 Look for Bears & Bison & Hike the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
2- to 3.5-hour private van transfer
7.3 Miles/4 hours hiking with 726' elevation gain and 755’ loss
Yellowstone National Park is home to more than 50 species of mammals, including black and grizzly bear, bison, elk, pronghorn, moose, and wolf. This morning, you'll set out on a dawn wildlife-viewing drive, aiming to reach beautiful Hayden Valley when the animals are most active, and have the chance to snap some great photos*. After your wildlife adventure, spend the day exploring the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, hiking along the rim, and taking in awe-inspiring views of the mighty Yellowstone River far below. This area is an excellent example of volcanic action altering the color of the canyon walls to yellows and oranges. You'll also visit one of Yellowstone's marquee overlooks, Artist Point, viewing the magnificent Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River from various vantage points.
(B, L, D)
Day 4 Bike & Raft in Majestic Grand Teton National Park
4- to 4.5-hour private van transfer
15-18 miles/2 hours cycling with 482' elevation gain and loss; 2.5 hours rafting scenic float (Class I and II)
Head south today towards Grand Teton National Park, its immense granite peaks visible for miles above the plains. For the first part of your multisport day, hop on a bike and cycle to glacially carved Jenny Lake, the second largest lake in the park. Take time to explore the lakeshore before jumping back on your bike and returning to the waiting vehicle. Later, take in the spectacular views of the South, Middle, and Grand Teton as well as Mount Moran during a scenic rafting trip down the Snake River. Watch for bald eagles, beavers, moose, and bears along the riverbanks. Your time in the Tetons ends with a tasty dinner at Signal Mountain Lodge overlooking Jackson Lake, an ideal spot to enjoy final views of one of America's most recognizable mountain ranges. Return to your camp in Yellowstone.
(B, L, D)
Day 5 Summit Avalanche Peak & Hike to Storm Point
2- to 2.5-hour private van transfer
5-7.5 miles/3-4 hours hiking with 2,200' elevation gain and loss
Today's challenging hike to the summit of Avalanche Peak offers outstanding views of southern Yellowstone, stretching to the Tetons 50 miles away. The trail begins in a lush fir and spruce forest and climbs steadily, passing through wildflower meadows and up talus slopes to the summit at 10,566 feet. Relish the stunning high-country panorama that includes Yellowstone Lake, the rugged Absaroka Mountain Range, and Pelican Valley, some of the premier grizzly habitats in the Lower 48. This afternoon, a short hike to Storm Point provides fantastic views of Yellowstone Lake. Back at camp this evening, relax as your guides prepare a delicious celebration dinner and the setting sun casts the last pale light in the West.
(B, L, D)
Day 6 Ascend Mount Washburn & Return to Bozeman
4-hour private van transfer
6.8 miles/4 hours hiking with 1,384' elevation gain and loss
This morning, hike the beautiful Mount Washburn trail to its summit at 10,223 feet, with breathtaking 360-degree views of Yellowstone spread out at your feet. The wide trail's gradual ascent to the fire lookout atop the mountain makes it a great hike to top off your week. You may even glimpse some four-legged friends along the way; bighorn sheep are known to frequent the area and graze nearby. Return to your waiting vehicle and start your journey back home, arriving in Bozeman by approximately 7:00 pm. Say so long to new friends and reflect on your adventures in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks.
(B, L)
