Fairy Falls Trail Is A Whimsical Hike In Wyoming S Yellowstone Park

Are you looking forward to getting back into Yellowstone? Even though the nation’s first National Park is only open for part of the year, when it is open, some of the most remarkable scenes on Earth are waiting to be discovered. Check out the most whimsical hike in Wyoming when you make the journey to Fairy Falls.

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The hike out to Fairy Falls and Imperial Geyser is an easy loop that might be the most whimsical hike in Wyoming.

AllTrails / Lorraine Sommer

Travel this 8.8 mile loop behind the Midway Geyser Basin to discover a part of Yellowstone National Park that’s rarely visited by tourists.

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You’ll likely hear the falls before you see them, but when you round the corner, you’ll be faced with a breathtaking scene!

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This towering cascade shows off the magic of this whimsical hike in Wyoming! Fairy Falls drops 197 feet, making it one of the tallest waterfalls in the park.

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You can hike right up to the base of it, too! Fairy Falls is one of the most accessible cascades in Wyoming.

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The hike offers more than 300 feet of elevation gain, but it’s not strenuous. From the highest point, you’ll be able to see one of Yellowstone’s most famous landmarks.

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This view of Grand Prismatic Spring showcases the colorful hot pot in a remarkable way and truly shows off the scale of this Wyoming natural wonder.

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The 8.8 mile loop trail referenced above can be found on AllTrails, here. For a shorter route, visit the NPS website, here.