Yellowstone National Park 5-Day Adventure Itinerary

Start your day with breakfast at Three Bear Restaurant, known for its homestyle cooking. Then, embark on a wildlife watching adventure in Hayden Valley, one of the best spots in the park to see bison, elk, and maybe even a grizzly bear.

Have a picnic lunch at Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, where you can marvel at the stunning Upper Falls and Lower Falls. After lunch, take a short hike down to the brink of the Lower Falls for a different perspective.

As the day winds down, enjoy a dinner at Slippery Otter Pub in a relaxed atmosphere. Afterward, take a scenic drive to Mt. Washburn and watch the stars come out over the park.

Grab a quick breakfast at Running Bear Pancake House before heading to the Tower-Roosevelt Area. Take the Mt. Washburn Self-Guided Audio Tour as you drive to the trailhead. Hike to the summit of Mt. Washburn for panoramic views of the park.

After your hike, enjoy a well-deserved lunch at Canyon Fountain and Grill. Then, visit the Tower Fall and take a short walk to the overlook. Continue to the Lamar Valley for some of the best wildlife viewing in the park.

Dine at the Roosevelt Lodge Dining Room, known for its wild game dishes. After dinner, relax by a campfire and listen to the sounds of the wilderness.

Start your day with breakfast at Timberline Cafe in a cozy log cabin setting. Then, explore the otherworldly Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces and take the Mammoth Hot Springs Self-Guided Audio Tour. Don't miss the historic Fort Yellowstone.

For lunch, visit Madison Crossing Lounge and enjoy a meal by the river. Afterward, take a drive to the Norris Geyser Basin and witness the park's oldest and most dynamic thermal area. Take the Norris Geyser Basin Self-Guided Audio Tour to learn about the unique features.

Dine at The Buffalo Bar and savor the flavors of the West. If you're up for it, take a short drive to the Gibbon Falls and enjoy the falls in the evening light.

Enjoy a breakfast at Book Peddler & Coffee Cafe @ Book Peddler, a local favorite. Then, spend the morning fishing or simply relaxing by the Yellowstone River. If you prefer a more active morning, consider a guided fishing trip.

For your last lunch in the park, visit Happy Hour Bar & Grill and reminisce about your Yellowstone adventures. After lunch, take a drive to the Petrified Tree and Blacktail Plateau Drive for some final wildlife spotting.

End your Yellowstone journey with a special dinner at Yellowstone Mine, where you can enjoy a meal in a historic setting. Raise a toast to the wonders of the park and the memories you've made.