About
Length (round trip)5.4 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyHard
Elevation gain227 ft up
Typical time4 hr
TrailheadFairy Falls trailhead, Fountain Flat Drive
SurfaceFlat old roadbed then forest path
Best seasonJune to September. Most park roads close to cars from early November to late April, and higher trails hold snow into July.
DogsNot allowed
What you'll see 💧 Waterfall🌄 Big views🚲 Bikes

Fairy Falls, 200 feet (61 m) high, is one of Yellowstone's most spectacular waterfalls. From the trailhead, walk 1.6 miles (2.6 km) through a young lodgepole pine forest to the falls. You can continue 0.6 miles (0.97 km) to Spray and Imperial geysers, which adds 1.2 miles (1.9 km) to the hike. Return the same way. Safety notes: Carry water and be aware of wildlife. Trailheads: There are two trailheads and two different approaches to reach Fairy Falls. Either park at the end of Fountain Flat Drive or park 1 mile (1.6 km) south of Midway Geyser Basin at the Fairy Falls Parking Lot. Parking is very limited.

Tips
The extra mile to Imperial Geyser beyond the falls is well worth it and almost nobody does it. The first mile is on an old roadbed and bikes are allowed to the trailhead.
Location

Fairy Falls trailhead, Fountain Flat Drive

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