With over 150 inches of annual snowfall and nearly as many days of sunshine, West Yellowstone, Montana, has earned its place on the list of “11 Coolest Winter Places in America” (Budget Travel) and as one of the “Top 10 Winter Towns” (National Geographic Traveler). It is also continuously voted as one of the top
The 7 Best Snowmobile Trails in the West Yellowstone Area
As its name suggests, West Yellowstone, Montana, is best known as gateway to the west entrance of Yellowstone National Park, Come winter, an abundance of snow transforms the region into a postcard-worthy playground, featuring three national forests and two national parks to explore. And the best way to see it all is by snowmobile. You’ll
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Yellowstone Ski Festival: A November Tradition
For more than 30 years, Nordic skiers from across the country and around the world have descended on West Yellowstone, Montana in November to take part in the Yellowstone Ski Festival. The Thanksgiving tradition has grown from a fall training camp for the U.S. Nordic Ski Team to a full-on celebration featuring ski clinics, races,
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Spam Cup Nordic Ski Race
Skiers of all ages and abilities are invited to compete in Freestyle 1k, 5k, 10k races for the coveted custom-designed Spam trophy and bragging rights for a month! Spectators are welcome! Day-of registration available at the Rendezvous Trailhead Building. Spam Cup Freestyle Ski Race Online Registration (skireg.com) WYSEF/ALTIUS ’22-’23 Biathlon #3 – Short Individual Online
48 Hours in West Yellowstone: How to Make the Most Out of an Outdoorsy Weekend
The small town of West Yellowstone, nestled at the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park, is ruggedly Western yet comfortably homey in a way that echoes the landscape surrounding America’s first national park. Small-town hospitality, Western grandeur, and a decidedly outdoorsy lifestyle combine to create an authentic experience at the doorway to some of North
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For Families & Kids
West Yellowstone abounds with fun activities and events for families and kids year-round, including the Junior Smokejumper program, Yellowstone’s Junior Ranger program, and the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center’s Keeper Kids program. And don’t miss the annual award-winning Kids’N’Snow program or the cross-country ski races and events just for kids. Explore Now see all activities
2017 Solar Eclipse in Yellowstone Country
2017 Solar Eclipse in Yellowstone Country WEST YELLOWSTONE, MT – The last time a total solar eclipse was visible across the entire contiguous United States was during the June 8, 1918 eclipse, and not since the February 1979 eclipse has a total eclipse been visible from anywhere in the mainland United States. On August 21, 2017,