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Pelican Creek Nature Trail

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Description by the NPS: "You are entering some of the best grizzly country in the lower 48 states. The trail 
heads north, crosses a few bridges through a meadow, then enters the forest. After 
it leaves the forest, it ascends a small hill to a nice overlook of the valley, with the 
creek below and the Absaroka Mountains to the east. From here, the trail turns 
slightly to the right (east) and passes through a small hydrothermal area. Stay on the 
trail through this fragile and hazardous area. Soon, the trail veers north (left), crosses 
a small creek, and climbs up a cutbank. This is a good place to enjoy the views of 
Pelican Creek. One mile farther, the trail reaches a washed-out bridge. Beyond here 
the trail continues into Yellowstone’s vast backcountry. The dayhike stops here; return by the same route.

Distance, round trip: 6.8 miles (10.8 km)

Estimated time: 4–5 hours

Difficulty: moderately easy

Trailhead: Turn onto the gravel road 

across from Indian Pond, 3 miles (4.8 

km) east of Fishing Bridge Visitor 

Center; park at end of road.

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