Mammoth in Yellowstone National Park in Park County, Wyoming — The American West (Mountains)
Uncle Tom’s Trail
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 29, 2015
1. Uncle Tom’s Trail Marker
Shortly after 1900, “Uncle” Tom Richardson took visitors down into the Canyon along this trail. Originally with 528 steps and rope ladders; it now descends 328 steps or about ¾ of the way down in to the Canyon for an excellent view of the Lower Falls.
Caution: It is extremely difficult and steep climb down and back to this point. At this altitude 8,000 ft. This trip is definitely not recommended for those suffering from heart or breathing problems. Take your time, enjoy the scenery, and rest often.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Man-Made Features • Roads & Vehicles.
Location. 44° 42.982′ N, 110° 29.704′ W. Marker is in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, in Park County. It is in Mammoth. Marker can be reached from South Rim Drive, on the left when traveling east. Marker is at the trailhead of Uncle Tom's Trail. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Yellowstone National Park WY 82190, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Uncle Tom’s Point (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Geologic Junction (about 700 feet away); Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River (approx. 0.2 miles away); Still Venting After All These Years (approx. ¼ mile away); Brink of Lower Falls
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Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 29, 2015
2. Uncle Tom’s Trail Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 29, 2015
3. Uncle Tom’s Trail Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 29, 2015
4. Along Uncle Tom’s Trail
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 29, 2015
5. Uncle Tom’s Trail
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 30, 2015
6. Uncle Tom’s Trail
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 29, 2015
7. Lower Falls
This view of the Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River is from the end of Uncle Tom’s Trail.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 23, 2015, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 305 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on September 23, 2015, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 6. submitted on September 24, 2015, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 7. submitted on September 23, 2015, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
