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By Bryan Oettel |
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Mount Washburn Trail
Grand Canyon area, 6 miles round-trip
There are two options to the 10,000+ peak, both a six-mile round trip: from Dunraven Pass, which offers switchbacks through the middle portion, and from Chittenden Road Parking Area, which is a bit less scenic but offers a more gradual, straight path to the peak. Either way, you will find wildflowers, bighorn sheep, and a spectacular vista of the park and its surrounding mountain ranges. It's by no means easy, but if you take your time it is not too strenuous, even for children. If there is one hike where you might want to push the limits a bit, this is it: The rewards are well worth the effort. (There's a lookout tower at the summit with restrooms and telescopes for rejuvenating the batteries.)
 GORP Trail Finder: Mount Washburn
A view of the Grand Canyon of the
Yellowstone from Mount Washburn
Bunsen Peak Trail
Mammoth area, 4.2 miles round-trip
This is an especially good, short, steep hike to the top of the eroded remains of an ancient volcano cone. With 1,300-foot elevation gain in a little more than two miles, it's no picnic, but the views from Bunsen's summit are amazing as you look south over the park; on a clear day you can see the Tetons. This is an especially attractive hike if you have children who like to wake early. Take advantage and get to the top of Bunsen as the sun is rising—the golden glow of Electric Peak to the west is a sight to behold.
GORP Trail Finder: Bunsen Peak 
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