Yellowstone Lake
Yellowstone Lake is the largest lake in Yellowstone, with the main park road following its northern shore and offering plenty of sights and things to do for the whole family.
Geyser Kayak Tours in YellowstoneJackson, WY
Experience the natural wonders of Yellowstone on an interpretive guided sea kayak tour. Escape the crowds for a 1/2 day, full day or overnight backcountry trips.
OARS - Yellowstone Lake Sea Kayaking AdventuresYellowstone, WY
Fun & inexpensive 1/2-day guided sea kayak tours with top-notch instructors, departs 2x daily (9:30am & 2:30pm) for all ages. Explore geysers along Yellowstone Lake.
Yellowstone National Park Lodges - rentalsYellowstone Park, WY
As in-the-park providers of boating services, charter your own day on the water to sightsee or fish Yellowstone Lake, or rent your own boat for exploration.
- Located in the heart of the park with services available at West Thumb, Grant Village, Fishing Bridge, Bridge Bay and Lake Village
- Explore the waters via kayak or canoe, or spend the day fishing
- Find plenty of campgrounds all around the lake as well as two hotels and many cabins
Overview
Yellowstone Lake Wyoming is a unique lake in Yellowstone National Park. Along its shores, visitors find the most interesting attractions to make their vacation the best it can be.
Location
Yellowstone Lake WY is located just southeast of the center of the park, about 22 miles north of the South Entrance.
Seasons
Yellowstone National Park is open the year round, and you can visit Lake Yellowstone any time of year. However in the winter months you should check with the park on road closures.
Activities
- Boating is the most popular activity on the lake, with powerboats, canoes, kayaks and sailboats making an appearance daily in the summer. You’ll find marinas at West Thumb and Bridge Bay, which also offers cruises and boat rentals. If you bring your own boat, you can reserve a slip at Bridge Bay (call 307-344-7311). Boat permits must be acquired in person at Bridge Bay Marina.
- Yellowstone Lake fishing for cutthroat trout is particularly attractive. It’s open for angling from the middle of June to the first Sunday of November. All cutthroat caught must be released, but this doesn’t apply to the non-native Lake Trout.
- If you like hiking, the Nine Mile Post trail moves along the eastern shore and meets up with the Trail Creek and Heart Lake trails which go along the south and southeast arms of the lake.
- Be sure not to miss the West Thumb geothermal area where you can discover a wide array of hot springs, geysers and fumaroles. They exist on the shore and also in the lake.
- Services are available at West Thumb, Grant Village, Fishing Bridge, Bridge Bay and Lake Village. Lodging is abundant within the park, everything from luxurious hotel accommodations to rustic cabins with great views.
