Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/26/2020
From the Tower Junction parking, the trail begins quite flat before reaching a steady incline that will continue for the next 5 or so miles.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/26/2020
It's not strenuous, but you will start to feel your legs.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/26/2020
One of the most scenic parts of the trail is shortly before Tower Falls, just after the big 2-mile climb. You get a little respite from the uphill here, so take in the view!
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/26/2020
Behold the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. While it may not look as big as its eponym, the trickle of the Yellowstone River at its bottom will tell you how deep it truly is.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/26/2020
Overhanging Cliff: an uninspired name for a pretty awe-inspiring mass of overhanging basalt. Note the skier on the road for size reference.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/26/2020
Tower Falls in winter is a sight to behold. Behind the beautiful, teal ice is still a ton of rushing water you need to hear to believe.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/26/2020
Once you rejoin the Tower-Canyon road, it's almost all downhill from there.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/26/2020
On the way down, you'll be gliding slowly but easily enough to stop and take in some of the beautiful roadside features you may have missed on the way up.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
12/26/2020
Always keep your eyes open in distant meadows. You never know what wildlife you might find!