If the name didn't scare you enough, the Hellroaring creek trail begins with an arduous descent down to the the Yellowstone River Suspension Bridge.The suspension bridge is a beautiful sight, and is picturesque for photographers on the hike. This descent is matched with switchbacks, and continues for 1.1 miles through the Douglas-Fir forest. The Douglas-fir trees are indigenous to two types of  terrain in the United States, mountainous regions where rocky variety of this tree can be found, and coastal areas where this variety thrives. The fir trees particular to the Hellroaring Trail detail the aftermath of the 1988 Yellowstone fires. The perscevereence these trees have can be seen in the new growth that continues to push through in the area. The trail follows along a sagebrush flat, that is met with the peak of Hellroaring Mountain . The Hellroaring Mountain is the largest slab of granite in Yellowstone.

The trail itself is mild and can be enjoyed by all ages. Along the creek by the trail is quite sandy, which creates a mini beach and a swimming area. There are many swimming holes around the hike that can be a lot of fun for hikers, and a great surprise for kids on the hike. If you loved the area and wish you could stay forever, there are several campsites in the Hellroaring Creek area. You might not be able to stay forever, but you can camp over night and take advantage of its beauty and swimming holes the next day.

Both of the Hellroaring Creek and Yellowstone River are colossal fishing areas, they have cutthroat, rainbow trout, brook,brown, and whitefish. In many areas of Yellowstone, there are fishing restrictions. You need to have a fishing permit that can be purchased at any of the ranger spots in the park. This is the Yellowstone fishers heaven. The Yellowstone River is home to the world's premier cutthroat and rainbow trout and the longest undammed river in the United States. With a variety of fish this large, and exquisite quality, it would be difficult not to go home with dinner! The sight offers plenty of fun for all, even if it sounds a little scary.

Check https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/swimming-soaking.htm for closures, regulations, and conditions.