Enjoy a cycling journey through one of America's most magnificent national parks, home to steaming geysers, rainbow-hued hot springs, and dramatic canyons. Beneath its varied landscapes lies one of the world's largest active supervolcanoes, fueling the park's otherworldly geothermal features. Yellowstone is a place of raw, untamed beauty—one you can now explore from home on your trainer or smart bike with ROUVY.
Best Cycling Routes in Yellowstone
While there are no signs of an imminent eruption, Yellowstone’s supervolcano fuels the park’s geothermal activity and resulting features, making it one of the most geologically active places on Earth. Among its most famous attractions is Old Faithful, a geyser that erupts with remarkable regularity approximately every 90 minutes. Equally stunning is the Grand Prismatic Spring, the largest hot spring in the U.S., renowned for its striking rainbow-like colours created by heat-loving microorganisms. The park is also home to an incredible variety of mud pots, fumaroles, and other geysers, with more than half of the world’s geysers found within its boundaries, showcasing the raw power of the Earth's geothermal energy.
Located in the scenic landscapes of northwest Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park extends into parts of Montana and Idaho. Established in 1872, it was the first national park in the world, setting a global standard for conservation and the protection of natural landscapes. This iconic park is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including magnificent bison, majestic elk, and grizzly bears.
Each route, with varying difficulty levels, highlights a different facet of the park, immersing you in its raw beauty, untouched wilderness, and varied terrain. Let’s take a closer look at what awaits you!
Cycling Route: Norris Basin to Firehole Canyon
Cycling along Grand Loop Road from Norris Basin to Firehole Canyon takes you through a stunning mix of geothermal features, dense forests, and open meadows rich with wildlife. Starting at Norris, you’ll soon see steaming vents, bubbling hot springs, and the stark, mineral-rich landscape of one of Yellowstone’s most active geothermal areas. As you cycle heading south, the road winds through lodgepole pine forests, occasionally opening up to sweeping meadows where bison and elk often graze. The Firehole River begins to parallel the road, its waters warmed by geothermal runoff, creating misty pockets in cooler temperatures.
Along the way, you’ll pass key landmarks, including the turnoff to the Madison River Valley and several scenic pullouts with views of distant mountain ranges. Just before reaching Firehole Canyon, the road descends into a more rugged landscape, with rock formations framing the route. The entrance to Firehole Canyon Drive offers access to the stunning Firehole Falls, where the river tumbles over a rocky ledge, carving through ancient lava flows. This scenic ride provides a closer look at the canyon’s dramatic cliffs and offers one of the park’s few swimming areas, a rare opportunity to experience Yellowstone’s geothermal waters firsthand.
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