Hiking Trails & Parks in Yellowstone National Park, Montana
386 hiking & walking trails and 12parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Yellowstone National Park, located in Park County, Montana. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Yellowstone National Park, Montana
Yellowstone National Park offers 386 mapped hiking trails and 12 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Park County, Montana, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Parks & Campgrounds in Yellowstone National Park
Hiking Trails in Yellowstone National Park
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana?
Yes — we have 386 mapped hiking and walking trails in Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana for families?
1A1 campsite near Yellowstone National Park is one of the best family picks in Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana?
Each of the 386 trails in Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana?
Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana has 12 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (1 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana?
Yes — 2 of Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Mammoth Campground (Yellowstone) with 87 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Park County for more options beyond Yellowstone National Park, Park County, Montana.
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