Yellowstone National Park hiking guide
Mystic Falls Trail
A 2.3-mile out-and-back with 170 ft of climbing in Old Faithful, rated easy.

Key facts
- Length
- 2.3 mi (3.6 km)
- Elevation gain
- 170 ft (51 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Area
- Old Faithful
- Highest point
- 7,413 ft
- Lowest point
- 7,271 ft
About Mystic Falls Trail
Follow the Little Firehole River through a lush forest to the 70-foot Mystic Falls. The trail offers an optional climb to an overlook with panoramic views of the Upper Geyser Basin. It's a beginner-friendly hike with rolling hills and scenic river views.
Route map
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