
Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour
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September 2026
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Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour worth booking?
Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour is a 4-hour experience in Yellowstone National Park, United States, from $315 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (6)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $315 per person
Wildland Trekking's expert guides are the best in the business, which is why we are the #1 rated Outdoor Activity at Yellowstone National Park on Trip Advisor. We will show you the best of Lamar Valley by pointing out am
What you get
About this experience
Wildland Trekking's expert guides are the best in the business, which is why we are the #1 rated Outdoor Activity at Yellowstone National Park on Trip Advisor. We will show you the best of Lamar Valley by pointing out amazing landmarks, teaching you about the history and geology of Yellowstone, and helping you vastly increase the safety of your hike with expert guidance and preparation. Enjoy a wonderful picnic lunch, tasty snacks, excellent gear and passionate, educated, professional guides!
What's included
Included
- Backpack
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Trekking Poles
Not included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
What you'll see and do
Lamar Valley
If wildlife is your passion, let us lead you through the “American Serengeti” on the Lamar River Trail. The Lamar Valley is renowned for its abundant wildlife. This trail in particular, lets you leave the roads and crowds behind you to follow the footsteps (often literally) of the animals into the backcountry. This out and back hike will lead us over a footbridge across Soda Butte Creek where ducks, loons, and swans abound. From there, we continue across the meadows through thriving bison habitat. We’ll scan the tree lines for big horn sheep, pronghorn, and the famous grey wolf as we continue through the valley. We will find a scenic spot for a nutritious picnic. Based on your goals for the day, we will gradually climb up toward Specimen Ridge or turn around earlier for a lighter hike. No matter how far we hike or how many animals we see, this trail is always rewarding with mountain views, wildflowers, and solitude.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Yellowstone National Park
We will meet at the parking area south of the gas station at Tower Junction. Your guide will contact you approximately 7 days before your hike to coordinate the exact time and location of your rendezvous.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet at the parking area south of the gas station at Tower Junction. Your guide will contact you approximately 7 days before your hike to coordinate the exact time and location of your rendezvous.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Wildland Trekking
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Physical effort
6 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Incredible Hike in Lamar Valley!
Recently returned from an amazing hike with Wildland Trekking in the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone! Beautiful hike through a pretty remote area of the park. Our guide, Sara, was terrific -- extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the area, which made the trip even more enjoyable! I highly recommend this hike and look forward to going back again!
via Tripadvisor
A Enjoyable Day Hike in Lamar
The hike was great. We saw many animals including antelope and a badger. The healthy picnic on the banks of the Lamar river was especially nice. Our wildland trekking guide, Amber, was professional, knowledgeable and engaging. Highly recommended.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing hike! Great company to work with, 10/10 recommend to anyone wanting to hike in Yellowstone
Our tour guide Sara did an amazing job. She was very knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife that we saw. We got to see so many different animals while never feeling like we were in danger. This hike was the highlight for myself and the rest of our family while in Yellowstone! The snacks, lunches, backpacks, and trekking poles provided made for an enjoyable hike all around.
via Tripadvisor
Larmar Valley Hike
My wife and I took the full day Lamar Valley hike and were just blown away. Carlos, our guide, was great!!!!!! Our safety was first on the list as our hike took us into the back country. We are not experienced hikers by any means but we felt safe with Carlos. He was very knowledgeable about many different things and made the hike even more enjoyable. Eric was new to this company and was shadowing Carlos and only added to the great experience we had. Saw Lamar Valley in a way you could not from just the road in Yellowstone and it was fantastic. The lunch provided was great as well!!!!!
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend Lamar River Hike & Adriana!
I just returned from a trip to Wyoming where I had booked a day hike on the Lamar River with Wildland Trekking. It was a gift to my work team. We were all staying at the Hampton Inn in Bozeman, and drove down to Wyoming in the morning. Adriana McNeme was our guide and we had an unbelievable time. There were 6 of us on the hike and she tailored our hike based on our physical skill level and how adventuresome we were. Animals, exercisw, beautiful views and a phenomenal handmade lunch were some of what ended up being a once-in-a-lifetime experience for us all. Highly recommend and Adriana was wonderful!!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $315 to $645
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Yellowstone National Park.
How much does Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour cost?
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Prices start at $315 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Yellowstone National Park usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Yellowstone National Park is not rushed.
Is Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Yellowstone National Park, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Yellowstone National Park can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Yellowstone National Park and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Yellowstone National Park within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Yellowstone National Park?
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Yellowstone tours run geyser basins and Grand Prismatic, Lamar Valley wolf and bison watching at dawn, photography workshops and winter snowcoach trips. Distances inside the park are enormous, so itinerary honesty matters more than anything else. On Outty we rank every Yellowstone National Park experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour, Lower Loop Van Tour from West Yellowstone: Grand Prismatic and Old Faithful, Lake Yellowstone Half Day Kayak Tours Past Geothermal Features. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Yellowstone National Park?
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May to September, plus December to March for snowcoach tours. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Yellowstone National Park?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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