Bunsen Peak

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2.1 mi
Distance
55 min
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terrain
1,273 ft
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Overview

This is a easy one way trail to Bunsen Peak in Yellowstone National Park.

This trail goes by Rustic Falls and Kingman Pass.

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    6 years, 11 months ago
    Pretty easy hike. A few switch backs, only a couple would be considered steep. The view from the top is worth it though. It was 8/4 and there were still wildflowers everywhere and very green. 2019 was a good wet year. Only wildlife we saw was some mountain goats.
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Mt Bunsen: you can see the Tetons from the top - 100 miles away!
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