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Backpacking in yellowstone

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Easy-E
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I know that the main attractions are PACKED this year, but I heard from a guy I work with that the back country is still pretty open. I was just wondering if anyone could confirm or deny that. Also any recommended routes? My friends and I are planning to do a 3 day in the north eastern area, and we have time for another 3 day.

Just dump whatever information you think I should know, thanks!
Jun 26 2016 11:17PM
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Dddsz
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"That caldera is not appropriate for swimming!" -disgruntled park ranger
Jun 26 2016 11:29PM
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CHORIZO
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bear mace: while useful to protect from bears, can also spice up any meal!
Jun 27 2016 12:47AM
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CHORIZO
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bear mace: while useful to protect from bears, can also spice up any meal!
Jun 27 2016 12:47AM
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japanada
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I lived in jackson hole for about 5 years and in my opinion, id do a backpacking trip in grand teton over YS. Much, much more mountainous and beautiful. Not to mention there will be waaay less tourists!

How many miles and how strenuous do you want to go?
Jun 29 2016 10:37PM
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pduncan
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Don't pick up any bison calfs.
Jun 30 2016 9:58AM
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Peteza_Rollz
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I did this 24 mile trail with my friends last year. Can't remember the name of it but it's along one of the main rivers and it's super cool. Also doesn't smell like ass.
Jun 30 2016 11:07AM
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JGWI
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The Pebble Creek trail really nice.
Jun 30 2016 5:35PM
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Easy-E
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japanadaI lived in jackson hole for about 5 years and in my opinion, id do a backpacking trip in grand teton over YS. Much, much more mountainous and beautiful. Not to mention there will be waaay less tourists!

How many miles and how strenuous do you want to go?


we were planning on doing the slough creek through lamar valley for maybe 3 nights and then we have another 3 nights to go somewhere else, were trying to stay away from the more touristy parts
Jun 30 2016 11:58PM
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