WILDLAND FIRE INFORMATION Montana is 93 million acres of spectacular unspoiled nature. Because of our diverse landscape and weather, wildfires happen as a natural part of Montana’s ecology. Sometimes a fire occurs near a popular destination, but there’s no reason to let it stop you from enjoying your West Yellowstone experience. According to a recent
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“Bear Friendly” means allowing every bear to retain its wild and free nature. Young grizzly bears Spring is the time when bears and cubs emerge from their winter dens. Grizzly and black bears are active from early spring through late fall in the Yellowstone area. Please enjoy our wildlife, especially bears, safely and responsibly. Being
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Avalanche Awareness Tips Avalanche Beacon Park in West Yellowstone Montana. With heavy snow in our area, avalanches are a possibility throughout the winter season. If you love winter recreation in West Yellowstone, taking a few simple precautions before you venture out can mean the difference between life and death. Doug Chabot, Director of the Gallatin
West Yellowstone is the place to come to get out on the trails and see the sights and wildlife. Whether you’re hiking, biking, fishing, camping, boating, exploring the geyser basins, or picnicking, welcome to Big Sky Country! A family picnic. (Photo courtesy of Dobson Entertainment) While this is the perfect place and time to get
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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,