Hiking Tours Beyond Yellowstone's Boardwalks
Hiking Tours Beyond Yellowstone's Boardwalks
As the first rays of dawn cast a golden glow over the vast landscapes of Yellowstone National Park, a sound echoes through the landscapes of the park, silencing all in earshot. The noise is the howl of a wolf and for those who venture into Yellowstone National Park, the mere prospect of hearing this brings …
Happy 152nd Birthday to the first National Park! On March 1st, Yellowstone National Park turned 152 years old! While the land has been around for millions of years, the region now known as Yellowstone National Park was formally protected by the United States Government in 1872. Signed by President Ulysses S. Grant, the Act of …
TLDR: I wrote a new guidebook that highlights 50 of my favorite hikes in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. You can order a paperback copy here, or order an ebook copy here. There is this weird assumption that America’s first National Park is nothing more than fields full of animals and iconic thermal features. I understand why …
Yellowstone National Park gears up for 2024 with a surprising twist in visitor numbers. January witnessed a slight drop compared to last year, yet clinched the fourth-most visited spot in history. The action was at the North Gate in Gardiner, drawing winter enthusiasts. Snowmobile and snow coach tours spiced up the West, South, and East …
Location: Lava Creek Picnic Area Distance: 1 mile to 5.6 miles Elevation Gain: 50ft to 750ft Gear Typically Needed In the Winter: Snowshoes and or traction devices, warm clothes, trekking poles, food and water Gear Typically Needed In the Summer: Bear Spray, sunscreen, food, and water If you have ever driven from Mammoth to Tower-Roosevelt, there is …
Location: A few miles from Roosevelt Junction Distance: 4.8 to 6 miles round trip Elevation Gain: ~700 feet Gear Typically Needed In the Winter: Snowshoes and or traction devices, warm clothes, trekking poles, food and water Gear Typically Needed In the Summer: Bear Spray, sunscreen, food, and water Experience the timeless beauty of the Yellowstone River Overlook …
Location: Petrified Tree Area, West of Tower-Roosevelt Distance: 4 to 5.5 miles, depending on the adventure you choose and the season Elevation Gain: 200 feet to 700 feet, depending on the route taken Gear Typically Needed In the Winter: Snowshoes and/or traction devices, warm clothes, trekking poles, food and water Gear Typically Needed In the Summer: Bear …
Heading out to go wildlife-watching in Yellowstone National Park is an experience that may reward you with lifelong memories. Throughout the region, animals roam free, giving those who make the effort and take their time an opportunity to see wildlife like nowhere else. As you ready yourself for encountering the park’s diverse wildlife, it is …
Location: Trailhead is ~3.5 miles west of Tower Junction Distance: 2.2 to 7 miles, depending on the adventure you choose Elevation Gain: 500 feet to 1,000 feet, depending on the route taken Gear Typically Needed In the Winter: Snowshoes and/or traction devices, warm clothes, trekking poles, food and water Gear Typically Needed In the Summer: Bear Spray, …
Heading to Yellowstone National Park in 2024? Your trip involves crucial decisions: When to visit, where to stay, what to eat, and what to see. While all of these are important, another key decision is choosing the right entrance to Yellowstone National Park. With five official entrances, each offering unique attractions, selecting the best entrance …