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Trip Planner:   USA  /  Wyoming  /  Yellowstone National Park  /  Yellowstone Lake

Yellowstone Lake, Yellowstone National Park

4.7
#5 of 83 in Parks in Yellowstone National Park
Water Body · Nature / Park
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Inside America's first national park, Yellowstone Lake is nestled 2,357 m (7,732 ft) above sea level. The 350 sq km (136 sq mi) lake features geysers, hot springs, and underwater canyons. The spot has been known for trout fishing since its discovery. Research shows the greatest known depth of the lake is 120 m (390 ft). In contrast to the lake's six months of frozenness, the hottest spot ever recorded was 122 C (252 F). Watch for wildlife, and take advantage of hiking and camping opportunities near the lake. Add Yellowstone Lake to your Yellowstone National Park travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Yellowstone National Park journey maker tool.
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Tours to Yellowstone Lake

FROM $221 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kayak Day Paddle on Yellowstone Lake Kayak Day Paddle on Yellowstone Lake
4.9
Duration: 5 hours
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FROM $150 BOOK WITH VIATOR Lake Yellowstone Half Day Kayak Tours Past Geothermal Features Lake Yellowstone Half Day Kayak Tours Past Geothermal Features
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $274 BOOK WITH VIATOR Lower Loop of Yellowstone Tours Lower Loop of Yellowstone Tours
5.0
Duration: 10 to 12 hours
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FROM $130 BOOK WITH VIATOR Yellowstone Lake Twilight Tour Yellowstone Lake Twilight Tour
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $155 BOOK WITH VIATOR 4-Hour Morning Kayak on Yellowstone Lake with Lunch 4-Hour Morning Kayak on Yellowstone Lake with Lunch
4.4
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $299 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Southern Loop Tour Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Southern Loop Tour
5.0
Duration: 11 hours
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FROM $375 BOOK WITH VIATOR Yellowstone Lower Loop VIP Full-Day Private Tour(INCLUDES PARK RESERVATION) Yellowstone Lower Loop VIP Full-Day Private Tour(INCLUDES PARK RESERVATION)
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $2,099 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Day Tour to Yellowstone Private Day Tour to Yellowstone
5.0
Duration: 12 hours
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Yellowstone Lake reviews

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  • By triciaorpaulb
    Most people likely snap a few pictures of the beautiful lake or enjoy a scenic cruise. However, Yellowstone Lake has the largest population of wild cutthroat trout in the country so it may be more... 
    Most people likely snap a few pictures of the beautiful lake or enjoy a scenic cruise. However, Yellowstone Lake has the largest population of wild cutthroat trout in the country so it may be more...  more »
  • By TraceyCyrene
    We took many walks on this lake and it was just so peaceful and so breathtaking. Each time was an amazing experience! We plan to kayak on the lake next time we come in 2022! 
    We took many walks on this lake and it was just so peaceful and so breathtaking. Each time was an amazing experience! We plan to kayak on the lake next time we come in 2022!  more »
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  • By Odissa Dasilao
    I Vote Critical Because It Is Super Far
  • By Sabrina Huang
    Frozen Yellowstone lake How powerful the nature is.
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Popular things to do in Yellowstone National Park

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone ©
Canyon
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Old Faithful ©
Hot Spring
Old Faithful
4.5
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Grand Prismatic Spring ©
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Grand Prismatic Spring
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Hayden Valley ©
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Hayden Valley
4.7
Duration: 6 hours

Nature in Yellowstone National Park

Mammoth Hot Springs ©
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Mammoth Hot Springs
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Duration: 3 hours
Upper Geyser Basin ©
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Upper Geyser Basin
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Norris Geyser Basin ©
Hot Spring
Norris Geyser Basin
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Midway Geyser Basin ©
Hot Spring
Midway Geyser Basin
4.8
Duration: 2 hours

Side trips from Yellowstone National Park

Grand Teton ©
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Grand Teton National Park
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4.9
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Beartooth Hwy ©
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4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Yellowstone National Park

Mount Washburn ©
Mountain
Mount Washburn
4.6
Duration: 4 hours
Lower Geyser Basin ©
Geologic Formation
Lower Geyser Basin
4.8
Duration: 3 hours
Beehive Geyser ©
Hot Spring
Beehive Geyser
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
West Thumb Geyser Basin ©
Hot Spring
West Thumb Geyser Basin
4.7
Duration: 2 hours

Trails in Yellowstone National Park

Osprey Falls Trail ©
Hiking Trail
Osprey Falls Trail
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Avalanche Peak Trail ©
Hiking Trail
Avalanche Peak Trail
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Bunsen Peak ©
Hiking Trail
Bunsen Peak
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Hellroaring Creek Trailhead
Hiking Trail
Hellroaring Creek Trailhead
4.8
Duration: 2 hours

Nearby attractions in Yellowstone National Park

Mud Volcano ©
Volcano
Mud Volcano
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
Dragon's Mouth Springs ©
Water Body
Dragon's Mouth Springs
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River ©
Waterfall
Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
S Rim Trail ©
Canyon
S Rim Trail
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

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