Yellowstone Adventures for Women

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Day 1 - Slough Creek: Easy - 6-8 mi/9.6-12.8 km

On day one it's a 2.5 hour drive to the Slough Creek Trailhead where you'll begin your guided backpacking trip through one of Yellowstone's most spectacular backcountry destinations. You'll camp near the slow moving waters of Slough Creek (pronounced "sloo") at either 2S1, 2S3, 2S4 or 2S6. Site 2S1 is our first option and is located approximately 5.0 miles from the trailhead. Site 2S4 is located at mile 7.0 near the Bliss Pass Trail junction and the Elk Tongue Patrol Cabin. Once in camp you'll have time to unwind by the river, take photographs, or wet a line (fly fishing only) in this beautiful creek before settling in for the evening. Slough Creek contains populations of both cutthroat and rainbow trout. Sugarloaf and Cutoff Mountains create an unforgettable backdrop to this incredible Yellowstone destination. Bison, elk, black and grizzly bears are often spotted in this region.

Day 2 - Slough Creek: Easy to Moderate - 6-10 mi/9.6-16 km

On your second day the group will take a relaxing hike from the established base camp toward the northern boundary of Yellowstone National Park and the massive "third meadow." On this day hike guests can fly fish or simply enjoy the incredible views as the group meanders along the well established double track trail. This is classic Yellowstone scenery that deserves a full day of exploration. You'll experience a good portion of this area before returning to camp later in the afternoon.

Day 3 - Slough Creek: Easy - 6-8 mi/9.6-12.8 km

Day three is a relaxing morning in camp. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before breaking camp and beginning the hike back to the Slough Creek Trailhead.

Day 1 - Fawn Pass: Easy - 6-8 mi/9.6-12.8 km

Our hike begins in the remote and rugged northwestern corner of Yellowstone National Park at the Fawn Pass Trailhead (WK5). The drive from Bozeman takes us through the narrow and winding Gallatin Canyon and past the ski resort of Big Sky, Montana. Our estimated drive time is approximately 1.5 hours from Bozeman.

From the trailhead we'll hike east through gently rolling meadows filled with sagebrush, colorful wildflowers and hillsides covered by thick pine forests. After about 5 miles (8 km) of hiking and a gradual elevation gain of around 725 ft. (220 m), we turn right and follow a short spur trail south to our campsite beside the Gallatin River. This is a scenic location close to the river with views extending west down the valley. While this is a relatively short day it gives us a chance to get better acquainted and prepare for the long trek up and over Fawn Pass the following day.

Day 2 - Fawn Pass: Easy to Moderate- 6-10 mi/9.6-16 km

With a long day of hiking ahead of us we'll depart early and begin the hike to the top of Fawn Pass. From camp we'll rejoin the main trail after about a mile of uphill hiking along the spur trail from the previous day. After a few miles the trail enters a section of Yellowstone National Park known as the "Gallatin Bear Management Area". There are a total of seventeen "BMA's" located throughout Yellowstone and they are designed to help minimize the impact of humans on critical bear habitat. If we're lucky we may catch a glimpse of this rare animal as we traverse these high alpine regions of Yellowstone. It's a steady but manageable climb to the top of Fawn Pass with spectacular views of the valley below and the high mountain peaks to the east and west. After a well deserved rest at the top we'll descend to our campsite near the base of Quadrant Mountain. Approximate elevation gain for the day will be 1,700 ft. (518 m).

Day 3 - Fawn Pass: Easy -  6-8 mi/9.6-12.8 km

On day three the terrain opens up once again as we hike the northern end of Gardners Hole, crossing both Fawn Creek and the Gardner River. This broad valley continues south across the sage covered lowlands that flank the Gallatin Range to the east. At a juncture below Sepulcher Mountain we'll connect with the Sportsman Lake Trail and begin our trek westward, climbing gradually toward our campsite along the Gardner River. If time allows we may take a brief detour to Cache Lake which is tucked away at the base of Electric Peak.

Day 1 - Bighorn Pass: Easy - 6-8 mi/9.6-12.8 km

Our hike begins in the remote and rugged northwestern corner of Yellowstone National Park at the Fawn Pass Trailhead (WK5). The drive from Bozeman takes us through the narrow and winding Gallatin Canyon and past the ski resort of Big Sky, Montana. Our estimated drive time is approximately 1.5 hours from Bozeman.

From the trailhead you'll hike east through gently rolling meadows filled with sagebrush, colorful wildflowers and hillsides covered by thick pine forests. After about 5 miles (8 km) of hiking and a gradual elevation gain of around 725 ft. (220 m), we turn right and follow a short spur trail south to our campsite beside the Gallatin River. This is a scenic location close to the river with views extending west down the valley. While this is a relatively short day it gives your group a chance to get better acquainted and prepare for the day hike toward either Fawn Pass or Bighorn Pass on your second day.

Day 2 - Bighorn Pass: Easy to Moderate - 6-10 mi/9.6-16 km

With a long day of hiking ahead of us we'll depart early and begin the hike to the top of Fawn Pass. From camp we'll rejoin the main trail after about a mile of uphill hiking along the spur trail from the previous day. After a few miles the trail enters a section of Yellowstone National Park known as the "Gallatin Bear Management Area". There are a total of seventeen "BMA's" located throughout Yellowstone and they are designed to help minimize the impact of humans on critical bear habitat. If we're lucky we may catch a glimpse of this rare animal as we traverse these high alpine regions of Yellowstone. It's a steady but manageable climb to the top of Fawn Pass with spectacular views of the valley below and the high mountain peaks to the east and west. After a well deserved rest at the top we'll descend to our campsite near the base of Quadrant Mountain. Approximate elevation gain for the day will be 1,700 ft. (518 m).

Day 3 - Bighorn Pass: Easy - 6-8 mi/9.6-12.8 km

On day three the terrain opens up once again as we hike the northern end of Gardner's Hole, crossing both Fawn Creek and the Gardner River. This broad valley continues south across the sage covered lowlands that flank the Gallatin Range to the east. At a juncture below Sepulcher Mountain we'll connect with the Sportsman Lake Trail and begin our trek westward, climbing gradually toward our campsite along the Gardner River. If time allows we may take a brief detour to Cache Lake which is tucked away at the base of Electric Peak.