Seeing yellowstone on foot?

Naio wrote:
I've been reading the past threads on Yellowstone here, and people keep talking about long scenic drives. But I don't like to do that -- I like to drive to where I am camping, and then leave the van at the campsite for however many days I am there, with awning out and all, and do my sightseeing on foot.

Can I do that at Yellowstone?

Yes and no -- mostly no -- but if you are just into hiking about I'd pick Madison - you can hike down to the River and that will allow you to spend a couple of weeks hiking till your hearts content.

I made reservations for a week each at Grant and Canyon, based on reading the threads here. But are those too close together?

Nothing is close together, IMHO. This is a really BIG Park.

What can I do/see from each base? My trip is far enough in the future that I can probably move reservations if you folks think I oughta.

Bring a really good Bike if you are comfortable it will increase your range.


I realise there may be a shuttle bus, but I prefer to avoid those, too :). On the plus side, I don't mind missing some 'important sights' -- just being in a beautiful place is good.

And are the buffalo going to gore me if I am not in a vehicle? I will keep my distance, of course, but if they are on the road and headed my way...

Just be smart - might not hurt to carry pepper spray or mace. My wife has carried her Pepper spray for years ( doubt it is still good but makes her feel better when we are on a trail)