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Review & FAQ:
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Where is Yellowstone Lake located?
- Yellowstone Lake is located inside Yellowstone National Park.
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What makes Yellowstone Lake special?
- The 136-acre lake is the largest high-elevation lake in the country and is known for excellent cutthroat trout fishing.
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Where can visitors see wildlife around Yellowstone Lake?
- Wildlife lovers will enjoy elk sightings near Fishing Bridge, Bridge Bay, and Pelican Creek. Grizzly bear sightings are frequent along streams feeding Yellowstone Lake.
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Is swimming allowed in Yellowstone Lake?
- Swimming in the alpine lake is not recommended because of cold water temperatures.
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Can visitors canoe or kayak on Yellowstone Lake?
- Canoeing and kayaking are also dangerous due to rough water conditions.
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What amenities are available at Lake Village?
- Lake Village provides visitors with a store and restaurants, and the Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins offers historic Colonial accommodations.
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Are there hiking trails near Yellowstone Lake?
- Hiking trails are on the lake’s southern and eastern sides.
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