Fishing Bridge/Yellowstone Lake Area

Yellowstone July 8, 08
Written By: Fishingnick

We reached Fishing Bridge RV Park at about 9:30 and set up camp. The campground has about 400 spaces, pay showers, laundry, and a great central location to explore the park. After setting up camp we headed out for a tour of some geysers and wildlife. Our first stop was mud volcano. It was about a ¾ mile hike to see sights that do not belong on our planet. The best thing about this site was that I could blame all of the foul smells on the sulphur-scented mud pits.

From there we drove through Hayden Valley where spotted a Grizzly Bear with two cubs, tons of buffalo, and a coyote (which Andrea thinks would be good for playing with Gus).

We headed straight west towards Norris Geyser where we encountered more of the stinkin’ mud and geysers. It was about a two mile hike total to see all of the thermal features.

We stopped by Old Faithfull to finish off the loop. We noticed that there was a steady line of cars leaving the parking lot. When I asked a person when it erupted he said, “About one minute ago.” Since we didn’t have time to wait another 50 minutes for the next one, we head back to camp for some Hot Dogs, Corned Beef Hash, and $3.25 showers. No fishing today, but we are going to hit some trails the next couple of days which could coincide with brief stints of angling.

July 9, 08
Written By: TravelGirl

Woke up bright and early this morning to try to do some wildlife sighting and beat the crowds to the good hiking places. We saw several herds of buffalo on our drive. One buffalo was right next to the road. So close I could have reached out and touched him. It amazes me how they completely ignore people and cars.

Our first destination was the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. We did a hike called Uncle Tom’s Trail. It started at the top and descended ¾ of the way into the canyon with a beautiful view of a massive waterfall. Since it was so early in the morning we only saw a few other hikers on the trail. The South Rim Trail is connected to Uncle Tom’s so we decided to do that hike as well. The trail went right around the canyon and once again we were blown away with the beauty before us. The trail ended at Artist’s Point which was a perfect picture opportunity. Although, Nick and I have commented quite often that everywhere you look out here is a picture!

After leaving the canyon area we headed toward Grebe Lake Trail. It is a 6 mile fairly level hike (3 miles each way). The lake was breathtaking! Nick did a little fishing and I enjoyed the scenery while sneaking in a little nap on the shore. He ended up catching 6 grayling with one being about 15 inches.

Then it was back to the camper for some lunch and a few minutes of rest. We hopped back in the truck and drove over to Old Faithful Geyser. After waiting about 45 minutes she erupted. The show lasted for about 1 ½ minutes and then it was done! We were glad that we didn’t miss it this time!

On the way back we stopped by Pumice Point on Yellowstone Lake. We could get cell service so we can post! Nick threw in his line and quickly hooked a fish, but his line broke so we didn’t get to see what it was. Tomorrow we are doing a few hikes and one bike ride around Yellowstone Lake. We are also going to rent a boat to take out on the lake. The following day we are headed to Jackson Hole, then West Yellowstone, up to Slough Creek, and finally out to Black Hills/Mt. Rushmore.

I will try to upload some additional pictures/videos over the next few days. Cell/internet service is really spotty inside the park.