by Are you planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park in 2024? Here’s everything you need to know about the schedule for openings and closings of various facilities and attractions within the park. With specific dates provided, you can better plan your adventure in one of America’s most iconic natural wonders. Please note that the following …
Trail of the Week: The Yellowstone River Below Tower Fall
Location: Tower Fall Area Distance: 1 mile to 4 miles Elevation Gain: 275 to 500 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 Short, steep, and sweet, the hike to the Yellowstone River from Tower …
Pedal into Paradise: Spring 2024 Biking Is Now Open Between Yellowstone’s West Entrance to Mammoth Hot Springs!
As winter reluctantly loosens its grip on Yellowstone National Park, an unparalleled opportunity for adventure awaits the intrepid cyclist. Starting on Tuesday, April 2nd, cyclists can embark on a 49-mile journey between the park’s West Entrance in West Yellowstone, Montana, and the mesmerizing Mammoth Hot Springs. This thrilling route promises not only breathtaking scenery but …
Beyond the Howls: Managing Your Wolf Watching Expectations in Yellowstone
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 Birthday, Yellowstone National Park!
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 …
Go Beyond the Boardwalks of Yellowstone and Beyond: The Guidebook to Hiking Yellowstone
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’s Winter Chill: A 6.5% Dip in Visitation Kicks Off 2024
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 …
Trail of the Week: Yellowstone’s Lava Creek
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 …
Trail of the Week: Yellowstone River Overlook Trail
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 …
Trail of the Week: Lost Lake and the Lost Creek Canyon (With a Bonus Waterfall)
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 …