Pet-Friendly Full-Day Yellowstone Tour From Cody: Grand Prismatic, Old Faithful & Lower Falls
Difficulty
easy
Duration
10 hours (full day)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short, flat boardwalk walks and standing at viewpoints rather than long hikes.
Overview
Spend a private, pet-conscious day moving from the geyser basins to the canyon rim with expert commentary and flexible pacing. This full-day tour from Cody covers Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, Lower Falls, Yellowstone Lake and wildlife-rich valleys—while accommodating well-behaved pets where park rules allow.
Pet-Friendly Full-Day Yellowstone Tour From Cody: Grand Prismatic, Old Faithful & Lower Falls
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You step from a cool rental van onto a wooden boardwalk that pings softly underfoot, steam drifting like breath from the earth. A guide clips a leash to a patient Labrador who watches the geyser’s plume with more curiosity than alarm; nearby, a visitor’s camera clicks as Old Faithful primes itself for another eruption. For ten hours you move between extremes—cold alpine lake surfaces, scalding geothermal pools that smell faintly of sulfur, and a canyon where water chisels rock into sudden geometry.
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Adventure Tips
Plan for pet restrictions
Yellowstone prohibits pets on most boardwalks and trails—expect the guide to stay with your dog or keep them in a shaded vehicle during those stops.
Layer up for temperature swings
High-plateau mornings can be cool and midday geothermal basins hot; pack a breathable midlayer and a windproof shell.
Carry binoculars
Wildlife viewing often happens from a distance—binoculars make spotting bison, elk or wolves safe and rewarding.
Respect wildlife distances
Maintain at least 25 yards from animals and 100 yards from bears and wolves to protect both you and the animals.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bison
- Elk
History
Yellowstone was established in 1872 as the world’s first national park; early development—like the Old Faithful Inn—shaped the park’s approach to welcoming visitors while protecting resources.
Conservation
Visitors must stay on boardwalks and trails to protect fragile geothermal features; plan to pack out trash and minimize noise around wildlife to reduce disturbance.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Support and traction for boardwalks, gravel viewpoints and short trail sections.
Layered clothing and wind shell
Temperature and wind can change quickly at higher elevations.
Binoculars
Useful for viewing wildlife across valleys and along river flats.
Pet crate, leash & portable water bowl
Required for pet comfort and to comply with park rules when pets must remain off boardwalks.