Discovering Hidden Gems in Yellowstone National Park

Shaka Guide: Enhancing Your Yellowstone Experience

What They Won't Show You

You probably already know that Yellowstone has five scenic entrance roads—but here’s what you might not know: each one is packed with its own unique attractions. Most tours stick to the tried-and-true (and often crowded) West and Northeast Entrances. And hey, we’ve got those covered, too.

But Shaka Guide goes beyond the usual route. Our Yellowstone Tour gives you stories, tips, and must-see stops for every entrance—North, South, East, West, and Northeast. No matter which direction you're coming from—or heading to—you’ll have guided content that works both ways.

That means total flexibility for your trip. Planning a multi-day Yellowstone adventure? You’ll be glad to have access to all five entrances and the freedom to explore on your own terms. Not only will we guide you to the iconic stops, but we’ll also reveal the hidden gems most tours skip.

Some stops and sights along these roads-less-traveled include:

Fishing Bridge
Monument Geyser Basin
Lake Butte Overlook
Petrified Tree
Yellowstone's First Bridge
Chittendon Road and Mount Washburn
Corkscrew Bridge
Moose Falls
Icebox Canyon
Soda Butte
And John D. Rockefeller Memorial Parkway

It’s true that plenty of wildlife—and wildlife watchers—roam the grassy hills of the famous Lamar Valley, but we’ve been scouring the hills for wildlife havens that are a little more private. And boy, did we find them!

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Beyond Lamar Valley

While we would never let you miss Lamar Valley, your tour also includes visits to Swan Lake Flats, the Northern Range, and Hayden Valley. These areas offer a chance to see unique wildlife species—and lots of them! Take the Northern Range: it’s the most densely populated Gray wolf habitat in North America!

Yellowstone's Hidden Geothermal Gems

Now, we agree that no trip to Yellowstone is complete without a trip to the big three—Mammoth Hot Springs, Old Faithful, and Grand Prismatic Spring. But along with our hydrothermal power trio, we’ll also visit all the park’s front country geyser basins, which include:

Biscuit Basin
Mud Volcano
Fountain Flats
Monument Geyser Basin
And Firehole Lake

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Uncovering Yellowstone's Unusual Gems

Finally, every Yellowstone vacation needs its fair share of wildlife and geysers, but for those who are looking for something a little unusual, we've got you covered with some of the park’s more unique attractions, such as:

The Roaring Mountain
Maiden’s Grave and Spring
The Petrified Tree
And the Firehole River

And all of this doesn’t even begin to cover the dozens of hikes, waterfalls, exhibits, and other secret stops our Shaka Tour will lead you to. To fully experience all of these off-the-beaten-track wonders, the quiet corners, and undrrated attractions, you’ll want to join us on our Yellowstone Shaka Guide tour!

We hope that we’ve given you all the information you need to make the most of your day. Your vacation is extremely important to us so if you have any questions feel free to reach out at aloha@shakaguide.com.

For more detailed information to help you plan, check out our Yellowstone National Park 7-Day Itinerary, 3-Day Itinerary, and Know Before You Go.

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