Sunrises are beautiful no matter where you are but if you can get to the highest point geographically, then there’s nothing that can come between you and that gorgeous view. This hike in Wyoming will take you to the highest point in Yellowstone National Park where you can witness unforgettable views just as the sun is beginning to peak above the horizon to shine its light on our beautiful state.
Flickr/alh1 To reach the summit of Mt. Washburn by sunrise, it’s best to begin the hike 2 hours earlier. Dunraven Pass Trailhead is your starting point. The parking lot for the trailhead is located just north of Canyon Village along Grand Loop Road.
Flickr/Bryant Olsen Both grizzly and black bears frequent this area and they are especially active early in the morning so just be aware of your surroundings.
TripAdvisor/nabenom The trail starts out pretty steep, then transforms into a series of switchbacks.
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TripAdvisor/relayer The trail flattens out and eventually merges with Chittendon Road.
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Flickr/Tommy Wong There is a lookout tower at the peak of Mt. Washburn which just so happens to be the highest point in Yellowstone National Park.
Wikipedia/Partytimeusa This summit offers some of the best 360º panoramic views in the state. Even the wildlife think so.
Flickr/Perfect Zero
Flickr/David Doan Once at the top, just sit back and enjoy the unobstructed beautiful view of a spectacular sunrise.
This beautiful hike is 6.4 miles roundtrip.
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To reach the summit of Mt. Washburn by sunrise, it’s best to begin the hike 2 hours earlier. Dunraven Pass Trailhead is your starting point. The parking lot for the trailhead is located just north of Canyon Village along Grand Loop Road.
Flickr/Bryant Olsen
Both grizzly and black bears frequent this area and they are especially active early in the morning so just be aware of your surroundings.
TripAdvisor/nabenom
The trail starts out pretty steep, then transforms into a series of switchbacks.
Flickr/momo go
TripAdvisor/relayer
The trail flattens out and eventually merges with Chittendon Road.
Flickr/Tommy Wong
There is a lookout tower at the peak of Mt. Washburn which just so happens to be the highest point in Yellowstone National Park.
Wikipedia/Partytimeusa
This summit offers some of the best 360º panoramic views in the state. Even the wildlife think so.
Flickr/Perfect Zero
Flickr/David Doan
Once at the top, just sit back and enjoy the unobstructed beautiful view of a spectacular sunrise.
For another beautiful hike, check out This Just Might Be The Most Beautiful Hike In All Of Wyoming.
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