Yellowstone First-Timers Self-Driving Tour

Hit the road to explore Yellowstone's famous Lower Loop guided by your own in-app offline audio tour with a live GPS map!

This full-day tour starts at the Madison Campground, where you will hear the stories of the Indian tribes who lived on the banks of the Madison River for thousands of years before this area became Yellowstone National Park. 

Next, you'll drive along the Midway Geyser Basin and stop to take a hike to a viewpoint of the Grand Prismatic Hot Springs. Yellowstone is atop a sleeping super volcano and offers an amazing geyser and hot springs experience.

Continue your trip, and you'll see the iconic Old Faithful Geyser erupt and take the best pictures of the West Thumb Geyser Basin along  Yellowstone Lake. While driving through the Hayden Valley, you'll spot wildlife such as bison and elks. 

Finish the tour at the breathtaking Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone with its stunning views and thundering waterfalls.

NOTE! Temporary road closures are possible due to weather conditions. Check the park's website for current conditions.

The park driving speed limit is 45 mph (73kph) except where posted slower. Use pullouts to stop your vehicle to watch wildlife or let faster traffic pass. Do not approach or feed animals in the park. 

Hit the highlights of the Lower Loop and spend as much time as you want at each. The tour is perfect for visitors of all ages.

In winter, vehicles are usually required to have snow tires and may be required to have chains to enter the park