Yellowstone National Park hiking guide
Trout Lake
A 1.2-mile loop with 210 ft of climbing in Lamar Valley, rated easy.
Key facts
- Length
- 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Elevation gain
- 210 ft (65 m)
- Route type
- Loop
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Area
- Lamar Valley
- Highest point
- 6,978 ft
- Lowest point
- 6,763 ft
- Horses
- Allowed
About Trout Lake
This trail ascends through a forest of Douglas-fir trees to a picturesque lake, offering stunning mountain views. The hike is ideal for beginners and provides opportunities to observe wildlife, especially in the surrounding Lamar Valley. The trail's lollipop shape allows hikers to loop around the lake, enjoying its serene beauty.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
