Tower Falls
Tower Junction, Yellowstone National Park
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Camp and Hike
Tower Fall is a waterfall on Tower Creek in the northeastern region of Yellowstone National Park, in the U.S. state of Wyoming. Approximately 1,000 yards (910 m) upstream from the creek's confluence with the Yellowstone River, the fall plunges 132 feet (40 m). Its name comes from the rock pinnacles at the top of the fall. Tower Creek and Tower Falls are located approximately three miles south of Roosevelt Junction on the Tower-Canyon road.
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Yellowstone National Park Itinerary
This Yellowstone National Park Itinerary will help you get started as you plan your vacation to Yellowstone National Park.
https://www.justgotravelstudios.com/collections/national-park-itineraries/products/yellowstone-national-park-itinerary?ref=9zpxis0diinBackcountry Conditions - Yellowstone National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
This page provides a map and details conditions of trail status, closures, and known hazards.
https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htmHiking Yellowstone Park - Tower
Information about the hiking trails for the Tower area in Yellowstone National Park
https://www.yellowstonenationalpark.com/hikingtower.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 Tower Junction, Yellowstone National Park
- Head west on Grand Loop Rd toward Tower Ranger Station RdToll road(18.1 mi)
- Turn left onto US-89 SPartial toll roadParts of this road may be closed at certain times or days(21.0 mi)
- Turn left onto Norris Canyon RdPartial toll roadParts of this road may be closed at certain times or days(11.6 mi)
- Turn left onto Grand Loop RdToll roadMay be closed at certain times or days(15.8 mi)
- Slight right (131 ft)
- Turn leftDestination will be on the left(79 ft)
The waterfall is located in a canyon near the Tower Falls general store.
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