Yellowstone Guided Backpacking Trips

Yellowstone National Park encompasses nearly 2.2 million acres of rugged wilderness that is a backpackers paradise. Plan the adventure of a lifetime and see Yellowstone up-close and personal with our knowledgeable and friendly backcountry guides. Choose from an exciting list of guided overnight backpacking trips by clicking any of the links below, or by simply scrolling through this page.

3-4 Day Guided Backpacking Trips

Unplug & Enjoy the Yellowstone Backcountry!


Backpackers take a break for photos along the Yellowstone River Trail.

Black Canyon of the Yellowstone - North Central Yellowstone

4 Days - Backpacking


2027 Dates

May 10-13, May 17-20

Pricing: $1,200 per person
Length: 4 Days/3 Nights

Distance: 31.4 mi/50.5 km

Highlights: The Yellowstone River, Wildlife & Rugged Canyon Views

Trip Type: Guided Backpacking

Location: North Central Yellowstone

When to Visit: May-Early September

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Route: Point-to-point

Group Size: 2-5 people


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The early morning sun fills a backcountry campsite with soft golden light as the moon rises over Fairy Falls.

Fairy Creek & The Fairy Falls Trails - Central Yellowstone

3 Days - Backpacking


2027 Dates

June 21-23

Pricing: $900 per person

Length: 3 Days/2 Nights

Distance: 19.8 mi/31.8 km

Highlights: Grand Prismatic Spring, Fairy Falls & Geysers

Trip Type: Guided Backpacking

Location: Central Yellowstone

When to Visit: June-Early September

Difficulty: Easy

Route: Loop

Group Size: 2-5 people


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Amphitheater Mountain and the rugged peaks of the Absaroka Range dot the horizon along the north end of the Cache Creek Trail in Yellowstone National Park.

Cache Creek Trail & Republic Pass - Northeast Yellowstone

4 Days - Backpacking


2027 Dates

Aug 9-12

Pricing: $1,200 per person
Length: 4 Days/3 Nights

Distance: 29.7 mi/47.7 km

Highlights: Lamar Valley, Mountain Scenery & Wildflowers

Trip Type: Guided Backpacking

Location: Northeast Yellowstone

When to Visit: July-Early September

Difficulty: Easy to Difficult

Route: Point-to-point

Group Size: 2-8 people


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A lone tree stands watch over the vast, open expanse of the Pelican Valley in Yellowstone.

Pelican Valley to the Lamar Valley - Northeast Yellowstone

4 Days - Backpacking


2027 Dates

Aug 16-19

Pricing: $1,200 per person

Length: 4 Days/3 Nights

Distance: 32.1 mi/51.6 km

Highlights: Pelican Valley, Lamar Valley & Great Fly Fishing

Trip Type: Guided Backpacking

Location: Northeast Yellowstone

When to Visit: July-Early September

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Route: Point-to-point

Group Size: 2-8 people


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Five to seven day Yellowstone guided backpacking trips.

5 - 7 Day Guided Backpacking Trips

Immerse Yourself in Yellowstone's Backcountry!


Backpackers make their way to a remote backcountry campsite beside Heart Lake in south central Yellowstone.

Heart Lake & The Snake River - South Central Yellowstone

5 Days - Backpacking


2027 Dates

July 19-23

Pricing: $1,500 per person
Length: 5 Days/4 Nights

Distance: 37.5 mi/60.3 km

Highlights: Mount Sheridan, Heart Lake & Peaceful Rivers

Trip Type: Guided Backpacking

Location: South Central Yellowstone

When to Visit: July-Early September

Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult

Route: Point-to-point

Group Size: 2-7 people


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Beautiful and delicate strands of water cascade over Dunanda Falls along the Boundary Creek Trail in Yellowstone.

The Bechler River Trail & The Cascade Corner - Southwest Yellowstone

5 Days - Backpacking


2027 Dates

Aug 2-6

Pricing: $1,500 per person

Length: 5 Days/4 Nights

Distance: 39.2 mi/63 km

Highlights: Hot Springs (Mr Bubbles) & Waterfalls

Trip Type: Guided Backpacking

Location: Southwest Yellowstone

When to Visit: August-Early September

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Route: Point-to-point

Group Size: 2-7 people


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The Gallatin Traverse includes some of the best alpine scenery in Yellowstone. Surrounded by high mountains peaks this trip offers a rare glimpse into the habitat of both wolves and the mighty grizzly bear.

Gallatin Traverse & The Fawn Pass Trail - Northwest Yellowstone

6 Days - Backpacking


2027 Dates

July 26-31

Pricing:  $1,650 per person
Length:
  6 Days/5 Nights

Distance: 47.2 mi/75.9 km

Highlights: Remote Mountain Passes, The Gallatin Range & Abundant Wildflowers

Trip Type: Guided Backpacking

Location: Northwest Yellowstone

When to Visit: July-Early September

Difficulty: Difficult

Route: Loop

Group Size: 2-7 people


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At around thirty two miles, the Thorofare Patrol Cabin in Yellowstone is the furthest dwelling from any road in the contiguous United States.

The Thorofare Trail - Southeast Yellowstone

7 Days - Backpacking


2027 Dates

Aug 23-29

Pricing: $1,750 per person
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights

Distance: 47.5 mi/76 km

Highlights: Remote Wilderness, Yellowstone Lake, The Yellowstone River & Towering Mountains

Trip Type: Guided Backpacking

Location: Southeast Yellowstone

When to Visit: August-Early September

Difficulty: Easy

Route: Out-and-back

Group Size: 2-5 people


QUESTIONS? CALL: +1-406-595-1823

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