Overview

Hype:

At Brink of Lower Falls, glimpse Lower Falls and Upper Falls from paved accessible trails at the top or descend the steep Brink Trail to witness the Lower Falls’ power. 

Trail Condition: Class 2 (Trail may have tree roots or rocks jutting out. Navigation skills may consist of following rock cairns and choosing turns at junctions. Elevation gains may be more substantial.)

Time: 30-90 minutes

Length: 0.9 miles round trip

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Fees: Entrance

Recommended Ages:

0-3
4-11
12-19
20-49
50-69
70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Features:
  • Hiking Trails
  • Viewpoint, Overlooks, Vistas
  • Waterfalls
  • Rivers and Streams
  • Mountains
  • No Drinking Water
  • Marked Trails
  • Restrooms - Vault
  • Road Access is Paved
  • Access Road is 2WD Accessible
  • Wildflowers and Vegitation
  • Wildlife and Birding

Links: https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/yell-grand-canyon-of-the-yellowstone.htm

Getting There

Navigate to 44.719672, -110.497703.

Maps

Closest City or Region: Yellowstone National Park

Coordinates: 44.718203, -110.496318

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July 2, 1999 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Greg Dye, Laura Dye, Jeremy Dye, Anthony Dye, Ondylyn Wagner, Zac Dye, ,

Story

We went to Yellowstone as a family. We drove the loop and stopped at most of the overlooks and short hikes.

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