Yellowstone National Park hiking guide
Fairy Falls Trail
A 4.9-mile out-and-back with 130 ft of climbing in Grand Prismatic, rated easy.
Key facts
- Length
- 4.9 mi (7.9 km)
- Elevation gain
- 130 ft (38 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Area
- Grand Prismatic
- Highest point
- 7,299 ft
- Lowest point
- 7,236 ft
About Fairy Falls Trail
This trail leads to a stunning 200-foot waterfall and offers a serene hike through meadows and along the edge of the Midway Geyser Basin. Along the way, you can take a side-hike to the Grand Prismatic Overlook for a unique view of Grand Prismatic Spring. Two trailheads (a northern one at the end of Fountain Flat Drive and a southern one at the Fairy Falls parking area) provide access for those who want a longer or shorter route.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
