Pelican Creek Nature Trail
Lake Village, Yellowstone National Park
| Address: | US-16, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190, USA |
| GPS: |
44°33'39.0"N 110°21'47.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Wyoming |
| Trails/Routes: | 0.6 mi |
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Pelican Creek Nature Trail is a beautiful easy walk that gives visitors views of Yellowstone Lake and Pelican Creek. This family friendly trail can be completed in under an hour.
Despite the shortness of the trail, the variety of views available from the trail make this a hike worth taking. In the short 0.6 mile loop hikers will see streams, forests, and the immensity of Yellowstone Lake. Many varieties of water fowls are native to this area and can be spotted along the trail, including grebes, pelicans and teals.
The 0.6 mile loop can be easily walked by hikers at any level. There is little change in elevation and the path is well marked and easy to follow. This loop is moderately trafficked, but can be quieter at sunrise and sunset, beautiful times to visit the lake. Pelican Creek Nature Trail is only open during the summer and fall months due to heavy snow in the winter and spring.
The trailhead for Pelican Creek Nature Trail can be found on the west end of the Pelican Creek Bridge.
Visitors to Yellowstone National Park looking for a breathtaking, relaxing hike will enjoy walking along Pelican Creek Nature Trail. This trail provides hikers with an up close view of Yellowstone Lake that is sure to be unforgettable.
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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Lake Village, Yellowstone National Park
- Head south (138 ft)
- Turn rightMay be closed at certain times or days(0.8 mi)
- Turn right onto Hwy 20 EParts of this road may be closed at certain times or days(1.6 mi)
- Slight right toward US-14 E/US-16 E/Hwy 20 E (213 ft)
- Turn right onto US-14 E/US-16 E/Hwy 20 EMay be closed at certain times or daysDestination will be on the right(1.3 mi)
Trails
Distance ?
0.6 milesReal Ascent ?
70 feetReal Descent ?
76 feetGrade (-11° to 5°)
-20% to 9%Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.
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