Canyon Village, WY

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Canyon Village
Grand Canyon of Yellowstone
Grand Canyon of Yellowstone
Grand Canyon of Yellowstone
Canyon Village

Use this stopping point as a base for exploring Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Artist’s Point, one of America’s most iconic natural sights.

With dining, accommodations and shopping, Canyon Village provides a great base in Yellowstone National Park. Find the Grand Canyon of the YellowstoneOpens in a new window, one of the most iconic destinations within the park, just minutes from the village.

Explore the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, which stretches about 20 miles (32 kilometers) between Upper Falls and Tower Falls. Take in the views as you drive along the North and South Rim Drives. Hike along the canyon’s network of trails. Lower Falls Trail, Canyon Rim Trail and Ribbon Lake Loop from Uncle Tom’s Point are some of the most popular.

Stop at Artist’s Point, located on the canyon’s southern rim. The overlook, which offers vistas up the canyon to Lower Falls, has stunned visitors with its breathtaking beauty for centuries. Many believed that this was the spot that artist Thomas Moran painted in 1872 to inspire Congress to turn Yellowstone into America’s first national park. In fact, Moran’s viewpoint was from Lookout Point on the north rim.

Stop at the Canyon Visitor Education Center, located in the Canyon Village complex. Learn how the Yellowstone volcano, geysers, hot springs and other geologic formations shaped the land you see today. Watch a film about Yellowstone’s history and study a room-size relief model of the park.

Drive to Hayden Valley to see the unique animals that call Yellowstone home. Watch for bison, elk, grizzly bears, wolves, bald eagles and more.

Hike to the top of Mount Washburn. At 6 miles (10 kilometers) round-trip from nearby Dunraven Pass, it is a perfect day hike. Enjoy panoramic views for about 20 to 50 miles (30 to 80 kilometers) from the top and look for bighorn sheep along the trail.

Sleep surrounded by nature in Canyon Lodge. Camp in a rustic cabin or stay in the newly renovated lodge. Shop for supplies or souvenirs in the Canyon Village General Store next door.

Use Canyon Village as your jumping-off point to explore some of Yellowstone’s most popular destinations. Located in the heart of the park’s wilderness, it offers a much-needed place to rest, dine and pick up supplies.

Canyon Lodge & Cabins - Inside the Park
Canyon Lodge & Cabins - Inside the Park
3 out of 5
41 Clover Ln, Yellowstone National Park, WY
The price is ₩411,194 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
₩411,194
₩470,575 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star lodge in Yellowstone National Park. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the WiFi and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,891 reviews)
"Great location but wish they have more amenities available at this proce."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Canyon Lodge & Cabins - Inside the Park
Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins - Inside the Park
Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins - Inside the Park
3 out of 5
235 Yellowstone Lake Rd, Yellowstone National Park, WY
The price is ₩350,958 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
₩350,958
₩405,258 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star historic hotel in Yellowstone National Park. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,111 reviews)
"Fantastic location!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins - Inside the Park
Lake Lodge Cabins - Inside the Park
Lake Lodge Cabins - Inside the Park
2.5 out of 5
459 Lake Village Rd, Yellowstone National Park, WY
Stay at this hotel in Yellowstone National Park. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (153 reviews)
"We liked close proximity to Lake Hotel. Loved hearing string quartet!"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Lake Lodge Cabins - Inside the Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Blue Buffalo Resort
Blue Buffalo Resort
2 out of 5
3402 N Highway 20, Island Park, ID
Stay at this campground in Island Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Island Park Dam and Harriman State Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (188 reviews)
"Blue Buffalo Resort is a great place to stay. My room is very clean, with the kitchen and enough room for my family for a vacation to Yellowstone Natonal Park. We really enjoy our stay there. I like how we have our own individual parking spot next to our cabin which makes it convenient to load and ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Blue Buffalo Resort
Wander Camp Yellowstone Island Park
Wander Camp Yellowstone Island Park
2 out of 5
Old U.S. Hwy 191, Island Park, ID
Stay at this campground in Island Park. Enjoy free parking, concierge services, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (462 reviews)
"Our experience was great from the start, We had great communication via text/ emails giving us updates and directions to our site . We arrived pretty late in the evening and got greeted as soon as we pulled in. The canteen on site was a few minutes from closing but the lady was so kind enough to ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Wander Camp Yellowstone Island Park
Drift Lodge & Fly Shop
Drift Lodge & Fly Shop
3 out of 5
4771 N Highway 20, Island Park, ID
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Island Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (380 reviews)
"Such a fun little cabin with great views. Perfect for our family of five. Will be back!"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Drift Lodge & Fly Shop
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Canyon Village

3.7
Guest rating
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5 - Excellent 26%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 37%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 21%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 11%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 5%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Dining can be a challenge but once you figure out where to go that works for you it’s all good

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Was clean. Terrible food or lack of it.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Excellent accommodations.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice but a little institutional

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The area should be the best for staying in the park. It is located near the falls, and almost in the center between the upper and the lower loops drives. But they need to upgrade the property and dining options.

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