TETON VILLAGE WILDLIFE FIELD GUIDE
Old Faithful, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and the Herd: A Full Day through Yellowstone from Teton Village
A 12-hour public day tour that routes through Grand Teton National Park into Yellowstone, visiting Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake and the Lower Falls while offering guided wildlife viewing and a picnic lunch.
Old Faithful, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and the Herd: A Full Day through Yellowstone from Teton Village.
This guided public day tour moves from Teton Village into Yellowstone National Park, passing through Grand Teton National Park en route and stopping at icons such as Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake and the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. The itinerary balances geyser-basins and scenic highlights with repeated wildlife-viewing opportunities—bison, bears and other species commonly appear—and includes a picnic-style lunch served by the guide.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Old Faithful and the Lower Loop’s Geology
See Yellowstone’s signature geothermal features, including Old Faithful and several geyser basins, and stand above the Lower Falls in the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone—landscapes that frame conversations about the park’s geology, history and wildfires.
Frequent Sightings of Large Mammals and Birds
The trip emphasizes wildlife viewing: guides discuss behavior and ecology while guests look for bison, grizzly and black bears, wolves, moose, elk, eagles, mule deer, pronghorn and coyotes during roadside stops and short walks.
From Grand Teton Through Yellowstone’s Lower Loop
The route crosses Grand Teton National Park before following Yellowstone’s Lower Loop, combining scenic drives, boardwalk walks through thermal areas and multiple pullouts for wildlife observation and photography.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The day unfolds as a full, guided circuit: you pass through Grand Teton’s ranges, pause for wildlife and scenery, then continue into Yellowstone to watch Old Faithful erupt, walk boardwalks through geyser basins, stand over the Lower Falls and spend time at Yellowstone Lake, punctuated by frequent stops for observation and a picnic-style lunch served by the guide.
Suitability
Who it's for
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Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a full-day public tour lasting approximately 12 hours.
Operator arranges pickup from your accommodations.
Guides provide binoculars and a scope for wildlife viewing and will serve a picnic-style lunch during the day.
Expect multiple short walks on boardwalks and frequent stops to observe wildlife and geothermal features; be prepared for a long day outdoors.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour runs approximately 12 hours.
Where do we meet?
The operator arranges pickup from your accommodations.
What will we see on the route?
Stops include Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake, the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and several other geyser basins, with time spent passing through Grand Teton National Park.
Is food provided?
Yes; the tour includes a picnic-style lunch that is served by your guide.
What wildlife might we see?
Common observations on this tour include bison, grizzly bears, black bears, wolves, moose, elk, eagles, mule deer, pronghorn and coyotes.
Are binoculars or a scope available?
Yes; the guides provide binoculars and a scope for wildlife viewing.