Yellowstone's Grand Prismatic Self-Guided Walking Tour

4.3(4)1 hour - 2 hoursEnglishYellowstone National Park, United States

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Explore Yellowstone's thermal marvels on the Grand Prismatic Walking Tour. Start at the Grand Prismatic Overlook, capturing stunning views of the vibrant hot spring—venture to Yellowstone's Hotspot, revealing the park's volcanic secrets. Fairy Falls offers a tranquil natural escape, followed by a stop at Osborne Russell, commemorating the famed explorer. Be captivated by the Rainbow-Colored Hot Spring's vivid beauty. Conclude your journey along the Firehole River, a testament to Yellowstone's dynamic geothermal landscape.

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Included

Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.

Not included

No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

What you'll do

Firehole River
Center Loop Road, Wyoming, United States
See that river flowing beneath the bridge? That's the Firehole River! Fed by Yellowstone's hot springs and geysers, this fascinating river is known for its steaming waters and scenic surroundings.
10 min
Fairy Falls
Wyoming, United States
Follow the beautiful Fairy Falls Trail through Yellowstone's wilderness! This scenic pathway leads toward Grand Prismatic Overlook and continues to one of the park's tallest waterfalls.
10 min
Look at that incredible rainbow-colored spring below!
Grand Prismatic Overlook offers breathtaking elevated views of Yellowstone's largest hot spring, revealing its brilliant blue, green, yellow, and orange rings.
10 min
Grand Prismatic Spring
Midway Geyser Basin, Wyoming, United States
Behold Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone's largest hot spring! Measuring approximately 370 feet across and 160 feet deep, this natural wonder displays spectacular rainbow colors created by heat-loving microorganisms.
10 min

Meeting and pickup

3 locations

Pickup details

Begin from Fairy Falls Trailhead, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Winter Season Notice Most Yellowstone park roads are now closed to regular vehicles for the winter, with limited access until late April. Please check Road Status & Closures and Park Roads Overview before your trip and consider our Yellowstone Winter Tour for cold-season travel.
Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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