Experts' Choice Award Avalanche Peak Trail
What the experts agree on
Avalanche Peak delivers spectacular panoramic views of Yellowstone Lake and the Absarokas in just 2.1 miles, but demands serious effort with a steep 2,100-foot climb on talus and ridgeline. The payoff: rare solitude and summit vistas few park
Fodor's "On a busy day in summer, only a handful of parties will fill out the trail register at the Avalanche Peak trailhead, so if you're seeking solitude, this is your hike. Starting across from..." Full review
Frommer's "Looking for the best bang for your buck? It’s tough to beat this peak, which delivers fantastic panoramas of the park’s remote corners in just 2.1 miles. Of course, you’ll have to work..." Full review
