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The Firehole River and the Gibbon RIver join at Madison Junction to form the Madison River, which continues west through a majestic valley and out of the park.
Day hikes in this area lead through forests to a hidden lake or to sweeping views of the watershed.
Day hikes in this area lead through forests to a hidden lake or to sweeping views of the watershed.
Day Hikes in the Madison Area
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Yellowstone National Park
Harlequin Lake Trail
- Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations: No
- Activity: Hiking
- Pets: No
- Location: Madison Junction
- Duration: 30–60 Minutes
- Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
- Time of Day: Any Time
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Yellowstone National Park
Purple Mountain Trail
- Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations: No
- Activity: Hiking
- Pets: No
- Location: Madison Junction
- Duration: 3–5 Hours
- Season: Summer, Fall
- Time of Day: Any Time
Last updated: June 28, 2018