
Yellowstone & Grand Tetons Multisport
For unparalleled beauty and wilderness, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks shine in scenic splendor. As two of the country's best-known parklands, these glorious examples of Wyoming's varied and rugged wilderness never fail to inspire even the most well traveled. With its steaming fumaroles, thundering geysers and bubbling pools, Yellowstone is a geological treasure. And rising in great jagged waves, the Tetons offer nothing less than staggering grandeur with their alpine lakes, soaring peaks and valleys teeming with wildlife. Come along with Backroads to an extraordinary setting that invites exploration by bike, foot and kayak.
Day 1 Yellowstone National Park
Meet in Jackson
Enjoy an easygoing ride in the heart of Yellowstone National Park
Hop off your bike to see the bubbling Fountain Paint Pots and legendary Old Faithful Geyser up close.
Days 2-3 Yellowstone Lake
Hike through the magnificent Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, where waterfalls thunder over pastel-colored cliffs
Our route takes you through open meadows and stands of lodgepole pine, and then along trails offering dramatic views of the canyon depths below
Take to the waters of Yellowstone Lake on a leisurely kayaking excursion, learning about the region's history and geology from our local guides.
Days 4-6 Grand Teton National Park
Shuttle to Grand Teton National Park
Hike through conifer forests and aspen groves near the shores of Emma Matilda Lake or go for a scenic boat cruise on Colter Bay
Bike past ranch land to the old-west town of Jackson Hole
Traffic up ahead: watch for roaming bison!
Overnight in comfortable tent cabins in view of the jagged Teton peaks
Pedal along the spine of the Tetons to glacier-carved Jenny Lake
A boat ride gives you different perspective on this breathtaking landscape.
GRAND VIEWS: Deluxe Camping
Madison Campground (1 night): Camp near the junction of the Gibbon, Madison and Firehole Rivers.
Grant Village Campground (2 nights): Your tent is a short walk from the shore of Yellowstone Lake.
Colter Bay Village (2 nights): Overnight in comfortable tent cabins in view of the Teton peaks.
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Levels 1 to 3
2 Route Options Available
- Biking 17, 34 miles
- 100 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 1 to 3
3 Route Options Available
- Walking 3.9, 7.4, 9.2 miles
- 500 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Level 1
1 Route Option Available
- Biking 15 miles
- 500 - 700 feet elevation gain
- Kayaking 4 hours
Day 4
- Levels 1 to 5
Several Route Options Available
- Hiking 3 to 15 miles (optional mileages)
- 0 - 1000 feet elevation gain
- Additional Optional Activities
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 3
3 Route Options Available
- Biking 22, 28, 38 miles
- 200 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Level 2
1 Route Option Available
- Biking 21 miles
- 500 feet elevation gain
- Jenny Lake Boat Cruise 30 minutes
Trips For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Average Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biking | Walking & Hiking | ||
| Level 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 mile | 2-5 miles |
| Level 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| Level 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| Level 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| Level 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
2008 DATES
SINGLES+SOLOS TRIPS
2009 DATES
SINGLES+SOLOS TRIPS
- 6/30-7/5Price: $1998 pp dbl. occ., (+ $0 for sgl. occ.)
- 7/26-31Price: $1998 pp dbl. occ., (+ $0 for sgl. occ.)
- 8/30-9/4Price: $1998 pp dbl. occ., (+ $0 for sgl. occ.)
Reserve early for the best available price. Prices may change during the course of the year--if they do change, the best prices are available earlier. Once you book your trip, your price is guaranteed.
Guest Trip Reviews
Once again, we must rave about the folks at Backroads. From start to finish, you guys are insanely good. I couldn't believe what amazing food our leaders were able to prepare using just a grill and a Dutch oven! The meatless lasagna was the best I have ever had! The steaks, the cakes . . . heaven. And they work sooo hard. How can they manage to still be so perky, to carry our kids on shoulders, then sleep for only three or four hours on the ground? They are a special breed. I keep telling my 12-year-old daughter that she must seek this kind of work someday. What a celebration of life!- Coral Gables, FL

This was a great first time Backroads trip for our family. Your Backroads team made the trip always fun, exciting and energetic. Each member had something special to contribute to this wonderful experience. They are wholesome, fun loving and caring guides who were always enthusiastic. I would go on another trip with all of them tomorrow!- Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Excellent trip! The scenery in that part of the country is stunning, and the hiking and biking took us to the best places to view it. On our one rainy day, the leaders provided alternate activities, so the day was a success despite the weather. The tents and sleeping bags were excellent too. My big worry before the trip was that I'd freeze to death at night, but I was cozy and warm all night long!

I recently had the pleasure of joining Backroads on a Yellowstone/Tetons camping trip and thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience - particularly the hospitality. I was completely blown away by the quality of your staff, their professionalism, and personable emphasis on pleasant and totally accommodating hospitality. They were also great fun to travel with. The food was terrific. I was EXTREMELY impressed.- Charleston, SC

Camping with my family in such idyllic setting without having to do any of the work or logistics was heaven. We loved it, had a blast, loved the guides, loved the itinerary and the van support for the kids. We will do another Backroads Family Trip for sure.- Concord, MA

It was better than I had imagined it to be. The people on the trip were really nice and fun to be around. The nature was beautiful. The food was amazing. The leaders couldn't have been better. And I really enjoyed being pampered on a camping trip! Reisterstown, MD
