Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour
Overview
Dive into a true backcountry experience as you hike along the Sky Rim Trail in Yellowstone National Park over 4 thrilling days.
After an intense hike, you’ll be rewarded with the park’s classics, such as Grand Prismatic Spring, and Old Faithful! Enjoy panoramic views of Yellowstone’s highest peaks and diverse landscapes, including lodgepole pine forests and alpine meadows. Retire each night in peaceful campsites tucked away in the wilderness, and gather together around the fire to roast smores and stories as you get to know your group members.
Expert naturalist guides ensure this adventure will not only be an exciting one, but also a safe and informative one. Book your spot on this iconic backpacking trip today!
Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour Overview
Dive into a true backcountry experience as you hike along the Sky Rim Trail in Yellowstone National Park over 4 thrilling days.
After an intense hike, you’ll be rewarded with the park’s classics, such as Grand Prismatic Spring, and Old Faithful! Enjoy panoramic views of Yellowstone’s highest peaks and diverse landscapes, including lodgepole pine forests and alpine meadows. Retire each night in peaceful campsites tucked away in the wilderness, and gather together around the fire to roast smores and stories as you get to know your group members.
Expert naturalist guides ensure this adventure will not only be an exciting one, but also a safe and informative one. Book your spot on this iconic backpacking trip today!
Hike the remote Sky Rim Trail, offering a true backcountry adventure in Yellowstone National Park.
Visit famous sites such as Grand Prismatic Spring and Old Faithful.
Enjoy panoramic views of Yellowstone’s highest peaks and diverse landscapes, including lodgepole pine forests and alpine meadows.
Experience three nights of camping in Yellowstone, with one night of frontcountry camping near the park's central attractions.
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Itinerary for Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour
Arrive in Bozeman and Let the Adventure Begin!
Arrive in Bozeman, MT. After meeting your guide, you’ll head down to a remote part of Yellowstone National Park and begin the scenic hike to your first campsite! In the evening, you’ll get to know each other over a camp dinner and s’mores!
Trek the Backcountry
After breakfast, you’ll hike out through lodgepole pine forests and alpine meadows before beginning your initial ascent up the ridge. Expect panoramic views of some of Yellowstone’s highest peaks.
After a stunning day on the trail, you’ll arrive at your backcountry campsite where you’ll cook a delicious camp dinner. Listen to local ghost stories around the campfire before settling into your tent for the evening.
Grand Prismatic Springs and Old Faithful
Today you’ll continue hiking through the national park, taking in Yellowstone’s vistas and learning about the history of the national park along the way. Once you reach the trailhead, you’ll make your way towards West Yellowstone to explore some of the most famous features of the park – Grand Prismatic Springs and Old Faithful!
Tonight, you’ll spend the evening front country camping in the center of Yellowstone!
Departure Day
After breakfast and bidding farewell to camp, you’ll jump in the van to cram in as many of Yellowstone’s highlights as possible en- route back to Bozeman. Along the way, you’ll stop at a local hot spring for a dip!
Your guide will have you back at Bozeman Airport in time for your onward flight later this afternoon.
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Dates and prices for Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour
This tour is being run as a fixed departure tour, however, private departures can also be organized on request. The prices below to join a group tour are per person, sharing a double room or tent:
| Start | Finish | Duration | Places Left | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2026-07-03 Bozeman Airport 4 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2026-07-06 Bozeman Airport | 4 | 5+ | $1,450USD | ||
2026-07-24 Bozeman Airport 4 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2026-07-27 Bozeman Airport | 4 | 5+ | $1,450USD | ||
2026-08-07 Bozeman Airport 4 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2026-08-10 Bozeman Airport | 4 | 5+ | $1,450USD |
What’s included for Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour
Meals
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 3 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Round-trip transportation throughout the tour is included, starting and ending with pickup and drop-off at Bozeman Airport.
Also included
- Medically-trained, naturalist guides
- Round-trip transportation
- Accommodations
- Tent and sleeping pad
- All meals
- Park entry fees
Not Included
- Flights
- Sleeping bag (available for rent)
- Personal camping gear
- Gratuity for Your Guide
- Anything not mentioned as included
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Sleeping bag rental
Accommodation for Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour
This tour is based campsites in the Yellowstone National Park.
Frequently asked questions for Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour
How hard is the Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour?
We rate this tour as a 5 / 5. Expect to spend up to 6 hours per day walking or hiking (up to 10 miles and 3000ft elevation change) while carrying day packs with water and snacks! Suitable for most fit people with a bit of hiking experience.
Do I need a visa to travel to the United States of America?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on the Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour?
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners are included.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking.
How do I get to Bozeman to start this tour?
Fly into Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) which can be reached via a flight from most of the Major USA airports.
Is the Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour in English?
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
Where does the Yellowstone Sky Rim Backpacking Tour end?
The tour ends where it starts, with a drop-off at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN).
What gear do I need to have with me?
Gear:
- Backapck (60+ liters)
- Daypack (20+ liters)
- Luggage (Can be left in the van. Limit of one small suitcase per person.)
- Pack cover
- Sleeping bag (also available to rent)
- Cotton or silk sleeping bag liner (optional)
- Travel pillow (optional)
- Earplugs
- Insect repellant
- Sunscreen
- Personal first-aid kit (inc. blister treatment)
- Personal items (biodegradable toiletries, hand gel, sanitary wear, etc)
- Quick-dry towel
- Headlamp
- Reusable water bottles or bladders (3L capacity)
Clothing:
- Rain pants
- Buff or neck scarf
- Comfortable clothes for camp
- Sandals or camp shoes
Do I need special vaccines to travel to the United States of America?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for the United States of America?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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