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6-Mile Geyser Hiking Tour in Yellowstone with Lunch

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Watch the pools erupt into the air.
Morning glory pool.
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Grotto Geyser in the Upper Geyser Basin
A slight breeze ripples Chromatic pool.
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On average, this is booked 42 (21.29) days in advance.
6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

See Old Faithful unlike the average tourist. This tour uses the Daisy Trailhead to start the six-mile loop hike through the Upper Geyser Basin. This is the only hiking tour of its kind offered regularly in Yellowstone. We encounter the very busy Old Faithful area as the mid-point of our hike. Sections of this hike are on boardwalk. There are also sections on dirt trail where there are few other hikers.

Hike among half the world's geysers. Also see numerous colorful hot springs and vibrant pools. We encounter wildlife from time to time including bison and bear. Take a pit stop at the Historic Old Faithful Inn to visit the facilities.

What's Included

  • Breakfast A light breakfast snack
  • Tea and coffee Hot coffee/tea/cocoa before the trip departs
  • Lunch Sandwich, apple, nuts, snacks (Turkey/Veggie/Vegan/Gluten Free Options) *Please notify YHG with any food allergies or dietary restrictions*
  • Bottled water Please bring 2 liters of water per person
  • Entrance Fee to Yellowstone National Park: $35 per vehicle, good for one week
  • Rain jacket and fleece layer
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Upper Geyser Basin

Yellowstone’s famous Old Faithful is a must-see on everyone’s trip to Yellowstone National Park. This is a nice way to tour the Old Faithful area. Don’t get stuck in the busy traffic at Old Faithful! Meet us at the Biscuit Basin Trailhead to see Yellowstone’s most famous geyser, avoiding parking problems. Explore geysers, hot springs, steam vents and mud pots along the Firehole River. The hike is a six hour, six-mile loop. There are some ups and downs along the hike as we follow boardwalks and dirt trails, totaling 500 feet of elevation gain. We learn about the supervolcano we sit in as we enjoy a hearty picnic lunch next to exploding waters. Yellowstone Hiking Guides provides a morning snack, hearty picnic lunch, bear spray, backpacks, optical gear, trekking poles, and a professional guide.
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4 hours Admission Ticket Free

Grotto Geyser (pass by)

We pass by Grotto Geyser. It is a unique thermal feature with smoke billowing out of its many crevasses.
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Observation Point Trail

This is a rugged little trail that we follow up above the boardwalks of the Upper Geyser Basin for great views. There is a great views of Old Faithful and other geysers from up there is you are able to time it right. The vista also offers stunning observations of the Yellowstone Caldera, the super-volcano crater that has been sculpted by various eruptions.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old Faithful

The geyser erupts every 90 minutes. We usually see it from a couple of different locations throughout the Upper Geyser Basin and up close.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old Faithful Inn

We stop by the Old Faithful Inn briefly. A restroom is available here. The Inn is a National Historic Landmark. The architecture of this early 1900s log building is unique. It hosts a massive fireplace and knobby pine accents.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Daisy Geyser (pass by)

One of Yellowstone's lesser known geysers, this is a gem. Eruptions times can vary on this one.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 6-Mile Geyser Hiking Tour in Yellowstone with Lunch?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 6-Mile Geyser Hiking Tour in Yellowstone with Lunch?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Breakfast. A light breakfast snack.
  • Tea and coffee. Hot coffee/tea/cocoa before the trip departs.
  • Lunch. Sandwich, apple, nuts, snacks (Turkey/Veggie/Vegan/Gluten Free Options) *Please notify YHG with any food allergies or dietary restrictions*.
  • Bear Spray, Binoculars, Trekking Pole, Backpack (if necessary).
The following is NOT included:
  • Bottled water. Please bring 2 liters of water per person.
  • Entrance Fee to Yellowstone National Park: $35 per vehicle, good for one week.
  • Rain jacket and fleece layer.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 8..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the 6-Mile Geyser Hiking Tour in Yellowstone with Lunch is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 6-Mile Geyser Hiking Tour in Yellowstone with Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • BreakfastA light breakfast snack
  • Tea and coffeeHot coffee/tea/cocoa before the trip departs
  • LunchSandwich, apple, nuts, snacks (Turkey/Veggie/Vegan/Gluten Free Options) *Please notify YHG with any food allergies or dietary restrictions*
  • Bear Spray, Binoculars, Trekking Pole, Backpack (if necessary)
  • Bottled waterPlease bring 2 liters of water per person
  • Entrance Fee to Yellowstone National Park: $35 per vehicle, good for one week
  • Rain jacket and fleece layer
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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