About
Length (round trip)7 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyModerate
Elevation gain734 ft up
Typical time1 hr 45 min
TrailheadOld Faithful, near the lodge cabins
SurfaceForest and rock outcrop
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 🌄 Big views🏞️ Lake

The trail crosses the Firehole River, passes Pipeline Hot Springs, and climbs rolling hills of partially-burned lodgepole pine and open, rocky areas to the lake. Safety notes: Be aware of bear activity. Return the same way. Trailheads: From the southeast side of the Old Faithful Lodge cabins, take the first right turn and continue 0.2 miles (0.3 km) across the Firehole River to the trailhead.

Tips
Extraordinary how quickly the crowds vanish - twenty minutes from the busiest place in the park and you are alone.
Location

Old Faithful, near the lodge cabins

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