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Full-Day Yellowstone Upper Northern Loop Tour

2 Reviews 3.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | West Yellowstone, USA

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9 to 10 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Today we'll be touring Yellowstone's upper, or northern loop, including visiting the best location in the lower 48 states to see wildlife! There are frequent stops along the way!

Starting in West Yellowstone, we'll travel along the Grand Loop Road until we get to Canyon Village, where we'll head north, climbing up Dunraven Pass towards Mount Washburn. The tour passes through good grizzly bear terrain before stopping at Tower Falls. The Lamar Valley, Yellowstone's prime area for wildlife viewing, is the next major destination, followed by Mammoth Hot Springs. There is almost always an elk herd to be seen at Mammoth, along with the famous terraces and historic Fort Yellowstone.

Roaring Mountain is on the way to Norris Geyser Basin, which is made up of two separate geyser basins and includes the world's highest active geyser.

Time permitting, other locations at which we may stop include Calcite Springs, Undine Falls, and Obsidian Cliff.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Services of a skilled guide
  • Gratuities
  • Park Entry - $20 (exempt if you have NPS/Senior/Military/Veteran/Yellowstone Car Pass)
  • Meals
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

We pick up at all lodging properties, including cabins and apartments, within West Yellowstone itself.

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Meeting point

Targhee Pass Highway
West Yellowstone, MT 59758, 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.

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

What To Expect

Mammoth Hot Springs

You'll be able to walk around the ever growing and changing terraces, as well as see historic Fort Yellowstone. There is also an elk herd which is almost always to be seen at Mammoth Hot Springs..
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lamar Valley

The best place in all of Yellowstone to view wildlife.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Norris Porcelain Basin

Check out geysers, hot springs, and more, as well as Porcelain Basin with its almost out of this world type terrain.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Norris Back Basin

Amongst other features, Norris is home to the world's highest active geyser, Steamboat, although you have to be very lucky to see it erupt.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dunraven Pass

We'll climb up to about 9000 feet (2743 metres) as we pass Mount Washburn, and drop down the other side through good grizzly bear terrain.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tower Fall

Tower Fall is an attractive waterfall located right next to one of Yellowstone's General Stores.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Roaring Mountain

Roaring Mountain is a hill with lots of steam vents or fumaroles.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Loop Road

The Grand Loop Road is the the road we'll be taking to drive around Yellowstone's upper loop. Time permitting, other sites we may see include: Undine Falls Calcite Springs Roosevelt Arch
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5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Pets are not permitted in most of Yellowstone.
  • Yellowstone is located at altitude. Check with your medical professional that you'll be OK.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Bottled water.Services of a skilled guide. The following is NOT included: Gratuities.Park Entry - $20 (exempt if you have NPS/Senior/Military/Veteran/Yellowstone Car Pass).Meals. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-299947P13

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What's Included

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Bottled water
  • Services of a skilled guide
  • Gratuities
  • Park Entry - $20 (exempt if you have NPS/Senior/Military/Veteran/Yellowstone Car Pass)
  • Meals

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Pets are not permitted in most of Yellowstone.
  • Yellowstone is located at altitude. Check with your medical professional that you'll be OK.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Non-refundable

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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