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Imperial Geyser via Fairy Falls Trail and Fountain Flat Drive

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6.4 mi
Distance
3 hrs 55 min
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terrain
107 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate out and back trail to Imperial Geyser in Yellowstone National Park.

This trail goes by Fairy Meadows and Spray Geyser.

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    5 years, 2 months ago
    Pretty easy hike. Not sure why it is rated difficult... level, clear path, minimal elevation change. The falls and geyser are beautiful! No cliffs or drop offs.. Great hike
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Alternate Routes

  1. River Geyser via Fountain Flat Drive
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 1.7 mi

Nearby Hiking Trails

  1. Fairy Meadows via Fairy Falls Trail
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 4.5 mi
  2. River Geyser via Fountain Flat Drive and Powerline
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ MODERATE 5.9 mi
  3. Ojo Caliente Loop via Fountain Flat Drive and Imperial Meadows
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 5.0 mi
  4. Firehole Meadows via Fairy Creek-Little Firehole
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ MODERATE 5.5 mi
  5. Midway Bluff via Grand Loop Road and Midway Geyser Basin
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 2.4 mi
  6. Grand Prismatic Pool via Midway Geyser Basin and Grand Loop Road
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 1.6 mi
  7. Beehive Geyser via Grand Loop Road
    ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 9.7 mi
  8. OD4 Loop via Fountain Flat Drive
    ★ ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 10.1 mi
  9. River Geyser via Fountain Flat Drive
    ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 4.0 mi
  10. Old Faithful Visitor Center via Fairy Falls Trail
    ★ ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 12.0 mi