Howard Eaton Trail
Old Faithful, Yellowstone National Park
| Address: | US-287, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190, USA |
| GPS: |
44°27'14.4"N 110°49'46.7"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Wyoming |
| Trails/Routes: | 6.2 mi |
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Hike
The Howard Eaton Trail in the Old Faithful Area is a hike with incredible geothermic features and other natural views. This hike is a moderately difficult 6.5 mile there and back trail, that begins near the Old Faithful Geyser.
Along the trail hikers will be able to hike up a burned hill, through spruce-fir forests and past several interesting geysers and springs. This hike culminates in the viewing of Lonestar Geyser, an impressive geyser that erupts approximately every three hours. Lonestar Geyser is built up into an impressive, little, white sulfur mountain that erupts like a volcano from its top with steam and water.
Howard Eaton Trail is open in the winter, summer and fall and closed in the spring. Because of the geothermal activity in this area it is imperative that hikers stay on designated trails throughout there hike. It is dangerous to leave the trails. Hikers should also be on the lookout for bears in the area. If bears are spotted hikers should maintain a safe distance from them.
The trailhead can be found across Grand Loop Road from the Old Faithful Ranger Station.
Howard Eaton Trail is a wonderful addition to an afternoon in the Old Faithful area of Yellowstone National Park. Hikers who enjoy the geothermal features of the park will enjoy viewing Lonestar Geyser and the other sights along the way.
Mapped Route/Trail Distances
| Howard Eaton Trail - Old Faithful Area | 6.2 miles Round Trip |
More Information
Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Old Faithful, Yellowstone National Park
- Head east on Pyramid Rd (0.2 mi)
- Turn left onto Geyser View Ave (0.2 mi)
- Geyser View Ave turns left and becomes Old Faithful Rd (0.1 mi)
- Sharp left to stay on Old Faithful Rd (0.2 mi)
Trails
Distance ?
6.2 miles Round TripElevation Gain ?
277 feetReal Ascent ?
564 feetReal Descent ?
287 feetAvg Grade (1°)
2%Grade (-7° to 11°)
-12% to 19%Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.