Hayden Valley is a large, sub-alpine valley in Yellowstone National Park straddling the Yellowstone River between Yellowstone Falls and Yellowstone Lake. The valley floor along the river is an ancient lake bed from a time when Yellowstone Lake was much larger.
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Hayden Valley at Trout Creek
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As guides, we always think of Hayden Valley as one of the tops spots to see wildlife in the park. Maybe even our favorite spot. Just yesterday while there, after taking a short walk to glass from on top of a hill away from the road, we had a wolf pop up amid a maternal herd of bison a short distance away from us. He dodged a couple of charges from cow bison, then moved along. Over the years we've amassed encounter after encounter there much like this. Wolves, grizzly bears, and what always feel like the biggest-baddest-bison in Yellowstone can be readily found in the Hayden Valley. The magic really seems to happen spring and fall, and dusky and dawn. But we have had many encounters over the years in the middle of the day too. Be aware there is a new closure as a bear management area from July 15th to September 15th, that bars you from hiking anywhere off the west side of the road except the Mary Mountain trail....
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Hayden Valley is a wildlife enthusiast's dream! Located in Yellowstone National Park, this alpine valley offers an incredible opportunity to observe diverse wildlife up close. The Yellowstone River along the valley made the wildlife visit here.
From majestic bison and elk to elusive grizzly bears and wolves, you'll be amazed by the variety of creatures that visit frequently. Remember to respect the rules and stay on designated paths to preserve the natural habitat and ensure the safety of both visitors and wildlife. If wildlife are roaming around make sure the rangers are over there to safely park and come out of your car. An unforgettable experience...
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Hayden Valley is a wildlife photographer's dream. I have never seen such wildlife anywhere. You will find hundreds of bison just basking in the sun and feeding. Coyotes and wolves once in a while. Bears if you are lucky and plenty of birds as well. I would recommend spending atleast a couple of hours if not more here. Have the super telephoto lens ready and the light is usually perfect for the pictures. You can even visit early morning to watch sunrise with the wildlife. It's just lit. You will meet other wildlife enthusiasts...
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