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Garnet Hill Loop Naturalist Day Hike

New To The Site! Gardiner, USA

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7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

The Garnet Hill Loop offers a truly unique hiking experience by showcasing the incredible diversity of Yellowstone's landscape in a single hike. You'll traverse a variety of terrains, starting in open sagebrush, then transitioning to a lush riparian zone teeming with wildlife along a creek, before culminating in a dramatic canyon carved by the Yellowstone River itself. The loop concludes with a return through the familiar rolling sagebrush, providing a full circle journey of breathtaking contrasts within a single day.

What's Included

  • High powered binoculars
  • Transportation via a 14-passenger minibus and/or transit van from the meeting point
  • Educational programming with a Yellowstone Forever Field Educator
  • Gratuities for the Yellowstone Forever Field Educators are not included in the program costs but are recommended and greatly appreciated.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

West Park Street
Gardiner, MT 59030, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Embark on a scenic journey along the Garnet Hill Loop trail, a diverse route showcasing the best of Yellowstone's landscapes. Our day begins with a 60-minute drive to the Garnet Hill Trailhead (departure 7:00 AM). The trail itself is a captivating mix of environments: starting in open sagebrush, it then winds through a lush riparian zone teeming with wildlife alongside a babbling creek. The trail continues its descent into a dramatic canyon carved by the powerful Yellowstone River, offering breathtaking views. Finally, we'll return through the rolling hills of the open sagebrush plains, completing the loop. We'll arrive back at Yellowstone Forever Headquarters at 2:30 PM.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Health Form & Waiver https://www.regpack.com/reg/templates/build/?g_id=100907305
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Garnet Hill Loop Naturalist Day Hike?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • High powered binoculars
  • Transportation via a 14-passenger minibus and/or transit van from the meeting point
  • Educational programming with a Yellowstone Forever Field Educator
  • Gratuities for the Yellowstone Forever Field Educators are not included in the program costs but are recommended and greatly appreciated.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Health Form & Waiver https://www.regpack.com/reg/templates/build/?g_id=100907305
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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