Are dogs allowed on Bunsen Peak?

No, dogs are not permitted on Bunsen Peak. This is typical in many national parks and wildlife refuges — check for a nearby dog-friendly alternative.

Do I need a permit to hike Bunsen Peak?

No, Bunsen Peak does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Bunsen Peak?

Bunsen Peak is rated difficult. It is 4.4 miles long with 1,608 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Bunsen Peak suitable for kids?

Bunsen Peak is not typically recommended for young children due to length, exposure, or technical terrain. Older kids with hiking experience may be fine — use your judgment based on your family's comfort level.

DifficultOut and Back

Yellowstone National Park/Wyoming

Bunsen Peak

Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

4.4 mi

Distance

1,608 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 30m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

We don't publish a description for Bunsen Peak unless we can point you at the agency it came from. We don't have one yet. The planning figures above — distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type — come from the source listed on this trail.

National Park Service manages this trail and is the authority for conditions, closures and route notes. See official sources below. Spot something we should add?

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

No recent condition reports. Be the first to share what you see on the trail.

Hazards & Warnings

Grizzly bears frequent this area

Elevation Profile

Min:2,214 ft

Max:2,605 ft

Gain:490 ft

Loss:490 ft

Elevation at the labelled points along this route
Point	Distance from start	Elevation
Start	0.0 mi	2,214 ft
High point	2.2 mi	2,605 ft
End	4.4 mi	2,214 ft

Trail Details

No dogs

Route Type: Out & Back

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

Verify before you go

Reserve or permit

Apply for permit
Required permit application for this trail. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates here.

Source of truth

Agency source page
The page our published rules and notes are derived from.
Yellowstone pets
National Park Service
Yellowstone safety
National Park Service
National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.

Where it is

Nearest town:: Mammoth, WY · about 3 mi away
County:: Park County, WY
Jurisdiction:: Yellowstone National Park · National Park Service

Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.

Verify by phone or mail

Operator:307-344-7381
Address:2 Officers Row, Yellowstone National Park Headquarters · Yellowstone National Park, WY · 82190

Highlights

Golden GateBunsen Peak summitSwan Lake Flat viewsGallatin Range views

Reviews

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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