West Thumb Geyser Basin Trail
Stroll through a geyser basin of colorful hot springs and dormant lakeshore geysers situated on the scenic shores of Yellowstone Lake. Trails and boardwalks are handicapped accessible with assistance. Located 1/4 mile east of West Thumb Junction.

Yellowstone Lake Overlook Trail
A 2 mile roundtrip hike to a high mountain meadow for a commanding view of the West Thumb of Yellowstone Lake and the Absaroka Mountains.  Look for the trailhead sign at the entrance to West Thumb Geyser Basin parking area.

Shoshone Lake Trail (via DeLacy Creek)

Hike along a forest's edge and through open meadows to the shores of Yellowstone's largest backcountry lake. Look for wildlife in meadows.  The trailhead sign is at DeLacy Creek, 8.8 miles west of West Thumb Junction.  The hike is 6 miles roundtrip.

Riddle Lake Trail
Crossing the Continental Divide, this five mile roundtrip hike meanders through small mountain meadows and forests to the shores of a picturesque little lake. Look for moose in the marshy meadows and for birds near the lake.  Note: This is bear management area, and does not open until July 15 each summer.

Lewis River Channel/Shoshone Lake Loop Trail
Get a feel for Yellowstone's backcountry through a forested area to the colorful waters of the Lewis River Channel on this 11 mile roundtrip hike. Look for eagles and osprey fishing for trout in the shallow waters. For an all-day hike, follow the channel to Shoshone Lake and return via the forested Dogshead Trail.  The trailhead is 5 miles south of the Grant Village intersection, just north of Lewis Lake on west side of the road.

Duck Lake Trail
Climb a small hill for a view of Duck and Yellowstone lakes and explore the effects of the 1988 fires that swept through this area. Trail descends to lakeshore. This one mile trail begins in West Thumb Geyser Basin parking area, across the lot from Lake Overlook trailhead.