UNMARKED GRAVE AT KITE HILL CEMETERY In an earlier post I told you about the grave of Mattie Culver. There are other cemeteries in Yellowstone but, unfortunately, at least one of them has gone into serious disrepair. That would be Kite Hill Cemetery which is located behind the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel. Moon setting over
The Roaming Neighbor: Respecting RV Etiquette In Yellowstone
RV in Yellowstone National Park Camping is making a comeback, with more than 7 million American households joining the camping movement in the last five years. A large reason for this increase is the urge to be close to nature, something Yellowstone can offer in abundance. While many people still choose tents to take on their camping
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Yellowstone Trailside Museums
Norris Museum Breezeway Yellowstone National Park, as a whole, is considered to be a living, breathing and ever changing museum. To that end, the National Park Service has created four trailside museums in the park. In 1928 Park Superintendent Horace Albright proposed the construction of several small local museums that would enhance the experience of
Drone Use in Greater Yellowstone
Photo courtesy of Dobson Entertainment A Guide to Responsible Drone Use in Greater Yellowstone Visitors journey to the Greater Yellowstone region to experience the beauty of pristine wilderness. Capturing memories of the experience is a top priority for many and recreational drones have increased in popularity among area visitors. Drones allow explorers to catch aerial
Union Pacific Train Depot (West Yellowstone, Montana)
Historic View of the Union Pacific Train Depot. Now houses the Museum of the Yellowstone. A Town Filled With History As most of you know, West Yellowstone is a town full of history. All you have to do is take a little time and do a little research and you might just be amazed at
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The Union Pacific Dining Lodge aka “The Beanery”
When the trains carrying tourists began to arrive in West Yellowstone it quickly became apparent to the Union Pacific officials that there needed to be a place close to the depot where the arriving guests could relax and grab a bite to eat either before touring Yellowstone or after their return. In 1908 the first
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The Hutchins Bridge & the Old Kirby Ranch
We all know that Yellowstone National Park is an amazing, one of a kind, place to spend time. If your vacation time permits, and if you want a break from geysers, hot pools and bison you might consider taking a day trip 38 miles north of West Yellowstone in the general direction of Ennis, Montana
Roosevelt Lodge in Yellowstone National Park
In September of 2010 Roosevelt Lodge in Yellowstone National Park celebrated it’s 90th anniversary and in 2020 this historic lodge will be a hundred years old. It is located in the scenic northern region of the park and is the smallest of the nine park lodges. It has 80 cabins, some of which date back
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Bison, Not Buffalo – The Iconic Symbol of Yellowstone
Did you know that the so-called American buffalo is, in fact, a bison? Surprising, right? There are only two true buffalo species: the Water Buffalo in Asia and the Cape Buffalo in Africa. Our furry friend here has been mistakenly called a buffalo for centuries. History shows that early settlers called bison ‘bufello’ by mistake
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The West Yellowstone, Montana Airport
As we all know, Yellowstone National Park owns the distinction of being the “First” National Park in our nation. In my research I discovered that the airport constructed in West Yellowstone was the first airport to service a National Park. This is a state owned public use airport just north of town. It covers 735