It should come as no surprise that Yellowstone National Park is one of the most visited in the country, with more than 4 million people making the trip each year. They come to see one of Americaâs most scenic regions with rugged mountains, breathtaking waterfalls, incredible wildlife, and nearly half the worldâs geysers, including Old
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The Advantages of Entering Yellowstone National Park from the West
The countryâs first national park, Yellowstone, is a nearly 3,500 square miles of natural beauty occupying the northwest corner of Wyoming and parts of Montana and Idaho. Located atop the Yellowstone Calderaâconsidered the largest supervolcano on the continentâitâs filled with hot springs and geysers that make it one of worldâs most unique environments. In fact,
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Beat the Summer Heat in West Yellowstone
Summer is one of the most beautiful seasons to plan a visit to West Yellowstone. The days are long, the temperatures are warm, and visitors can spend hours outdoors hiking, fishing, horseback riding, biking, and exploring the majesty of the Greater Yellowstone region. But when the long summer days get a little too hot, consider
What Does Yellowstone Have to Offer?
WHAT YELLOWSTONE HAS TO OFFER Many people who are contemplating a trip to Yellowstone may wonder what the park has to offer as far as lodging and roads and trails are concerned. Listed below is some general information about the park that might be of help and answer some of the questions. PARK FACILITIES: The
Huckleberry Picking in West Yellowstone
When the late summer heat arrives in West Yellowstone, locals and visitors alike trek through the wilderness in search of a regional treatâthe huckleberry. Bursting with a unique flavor thatâs both sweet and tart, huckleberries are a seasonal delight in Greater Yellowstone for those willing to venture off the beaten path and explore the surrounding
The Top 7 Hikes Outside of Yellowstone National Park
Nestled at the west entrance to the Americaâs first national park, West Yellowstone is a veritable outdoor hub, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the scenic beauty of this corner of Montana. In the warm months the town hosts an array of sightseers, fly fishing enthusiasts, nature photographers, and vacationing families looking for a little
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Forest Service Cabins: Your Rustic West Yellowstone MT Adventure!
Do you enjoy exploring off the beaten path? Have you dreamed of a rustic adventure in the mountains? Stay in a Forest Service cabin during your next West Yellowstone adventure to experience the beauty of the areaâs remote mountains in a rustic, old-fashioned setting. Forest Service cabins were originally constructed during the 1920s and 1930s
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Crust Cruising in West Yellowstone
When spring comes to West Yellowstone, the days gradually grow warmer while the nights stay crisp and cold. These unique weather conditions can only mean one thingâitâs time for crust cruising! What is crust cruising? When the snow warms and softens under the spring sunshine, it refreezes overnight into a smooth, sparkling crust. Skate skiers
Love Yellowstone Park, but hate the crowds? Come bike in the spring!
Have you ever dreamed of having Yellowstone National Park all to yourself? Do you ever imagine the stunning, 360-degree mountain views without the distraction of cars or crowds? Visit West Yellowstone in the spring for your chance to explore YNP on a bikeâand without a car or crowd in sight. Cyclists on West Entrace Road.
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Spring Showers Bring Wildflowers
The sun is shining, the temperatures are warming up, and weâve even seen some rain storms. This means a chance to get outside and hike, camp, and take in the gorgeous scenery of our area, and that includes a huge range of beautiful wildflower blooms. Area wildflowers in bloom. Photo courtesy of Rachel Moan. âThe