Pelican Valley Trail
Lake Village, Yellowstone National Park
| Address: | Pelican Valley, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190, USA |
| GPS: |
44°33'34.7"N 110°19'35.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Wyoming |
| Trails/Routes: | 7.4 mi |
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Pelican Valley Trail is a beautiful 6.2 mile hike that allows hikers to see Yellowstone Lake, Pelican Springs and the Pelican Valley water features. Despite its length this is an easy, level trail.
The trail begins by going over several bridges and through a forest. Once past the forest hikers can enjoy Pelican Valley with its winding creek and marshy lands. Pelican Valley is a unique feature in Yellowstone that visitors won't want to miss.
This area of Yellowstone is some of the best grizzly bear country. Because of this the trail has many closures for safety of visitors. The trail is only open during summer and fall months, starting on July 4th and may only be hiked during daylight hours. It is imperative that hikers stay on the trail and keep a look out for and safe distance from any bears that they may encounter.
The trailhead for Pelican Valley Trail is located off of a gravel road that is 3 miles east of the Fishing Bridge Visitors Center.
Pelican Valley Trail is the perfect hike for Yellowstone Visitors looking for a long, leisurely and unique hike. The creeks, streams and marshy lands make this trail look different than any other in the park, making this the perfect hike to add to any Yellowstone visit.
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https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/yell-trail-pelican-valley.htmBe 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 Lake Village, Yellowstone National Park
- Head south (138 ft)
- Turn rightMay be closed at certain times or days(0.8 mi)
- Turn right onto Hwy 20 EParts of this road may be closed at certain times or days(1.6 mi)
- Slight right toward US-14 E/US-16 E/Hwy 20 E (213 ft)
- Turn right onto US-14 E/US-16 E/Hwy 20 EMay be closed at certain times or days(3.2 mi)
- Turn right (52 ft)
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