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What to Expect When Visiting Yellowstone National Park in November

Thinking of heading to Yellowstone National Park in November? You won’t see many other people.  November is historically the least-visited month for Yellowstone National Park. Over the last 20 years, November visitation has averaged roughly 15,590 visitors, or just under 520 people a day. To help put this in perspective, July averages roughly 900,000 visitors, …

Yellowstone National Park Winter Hiking and Snowshoe Tours 2024-2025

Visiting Yellowstone National Park in the winter can be an incredible experience, giving those who make the journey memories that will last a lifetime. For most who visit the park in the winter, the trip is spent mostly indoors, more often than not in the heated comfort of their vehicle or bundled up at a …

Where to See the Bighorn Sheep Rut Around Yellowstone National Park

November and December are when bighorn sheep mating season occurs around Yellowstone National Park. if you haven’t witnessed it, make this year the year you do. There is nothing quite like seeing two bighorn sheep rams slam their horned heads against each other. As they turn and twist their heads, getting ready for impact, a …

Elk Rut in Yellowstone National Park: The Best Time and Places to Witness this Active Mating Ritual

As crisp autumn air descends upon Yellowstone National Park each fall, a remarkable and ancient mating ritual unfolds in select corners of the park. This annual event is one of the park’s most captivating wildlife spectacles, drawing nature enthusiasts, photographers, and wildlife lovers from around the world. The elk rut, or mating season, is a …

Ten Easy Hikes In Yellowstone That Go Beyond The Boardwalks

Yellowstone National Park, renowned for its dramatic landscapes and abundant wildlife, also offers a plethora of easy hikes that make its natural wonders accessible to everyone. From the tranquil shores of Lost Lake to the breathtaking views of Grand Prismatic Hot Springs, these short and relatively flat trails invite hikers of all ages and abilities …

Polyamory On The Prairie: The Bison Rut In Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park, stretching across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, is a sanctuary for national park enthusiasts, nature aficionados, and researchers of all fields. Among its many natural marvels, the bison rut stands out as a dramatic and captivating event. Each year, from late July through September, the bison rut transforms the park into a showcase …

Five Simple Ways To Be A Responsible Driver in Yellowstone National Park

Driving through Yellowstone National Park offers a chance to experience its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife up close. However, it also requires a commitment to driving responsibly to protect this unique environment and ensure the safety of all visitors. By staying in your lane, following speed limits, using pullouts correctly, being mindful of wildlife, and …

Five Reasons To Book A Hiking Tour in Yellowstone National Park

Imagine stepping into a world where geysers roar, waterfalls cascade, and wildlife roams free—with nobody else around. Welcome to hiking in Yellowstone National Park, where every trail leads to an adventure of a lifetime.  While you can wander trails alone, booking a hiking tour gives you an expert at your side, helping to locate wildlife, …

Welcoming the New Addition: Newborn Bison Season in Yellowstone National Park

As the vibrant hues of spring start to paint the canvas of Yellowstone National Park, a captivating spectacle unfolds—the arrival of newborn bison. Frolicking, napping, nursing, and grazing in the warmth of the sun, seeing the newborn bison is an experience that shouldn’t be missed.   Bison are among the park’s most iconic inhabitants and …