Explore West Yellowstone: Earthquake Lake Visitor Center August 3, 2019 Did you know that one of the strongest recorded earthquakes in North America occurred just a few miles north of West Yellowstone? On your next scenic drive around West Yellowstone, stop in at the Earthquake Lake Visitor Center to find out more about the 1959 Hebgen Lake Earthquake and the “night of terror” that ensued. Read More… from Explore West Yellowstone: Earthquake Lake Visitor Center
Cycling Around Yellowstone In Style March 20, 2019 Over 4 million people visit Yellowstone Park every year, for the incredible scenery and wildlife. One of the best ways to see the park at a leisurely pace is by bike. As soon as the snow has been cleared, the Yellowstone is open for cyclists looking to tour the national park. This is a great time to visit, Read More… from Cycling Around Yellowstone In Style
Spring Crust Cruising West Yellowstone Montana March 18, 2019 Spring Skiing West Yellowstone Montana. Photo courtesy of Freeheel & Wheel. Crust Cruising: A euphoric phenomena allowing Nordic skate skiers to travel over large open areas. Determined solely by Mother Nature. Periodically throughout the spring, ideal crust cruising conditions present themselves. To the experienced skier, it is an addiction. The uninitiated question the daybreak departure, Read More… from Spring Crust Cruising West Yellowstone Montana
The 7 Best Snowmobile Trails in the West Yellowstone Area November 25, 2018 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 Read More… from The 7 Best Snowmobile Trails in the West Yellowstone Area
Our Town – West Yellowstone, Montana The town of West Yellowstone, Montana, is – to say the least – unique. How did this town come about? In 1905 E. H. Harriman, president of the Union Pacific Railroad and Frank J. Haynes, president of Monida & Yellowstone Stage Line, made a trip to tour Yellowstone National Park. It was because of this Read More… from Our Town – West Yellowstone, Montana
Yellowstone Ski Festival: A November Tradition November 1, 2018 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, Read More… from Yellowstone Ski Festival: A November Tradition
Annual Ski Swap Do you have unused skis, boots, snowshoes, outerwear, and other winter gear cluttering up your garage or basement or bedroom? Why not get some money back from it? Bring it to the WYSEF Ski Swap (consignment drop off on Friday 11/12 from 5:00-7:00pm) and sale is on Saturday 11/3 from 8:00 AM to Noon. Previous Read More… from Annual Ski Swap
48 Hours in West Yellowstone: How to Make the Most Out of an Outdoorsy Weekend October 4, 2018 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 Read More… from 48 Hours in West Yellowstone: How to Make the Most Out of an Outdoorsy Weekend
Wildlife Viewing & Birdwatching September 28, 2018 Yellowstone Park and our surrounding national forests offer wildlife viewing and birdwatching year-round. You will see bison migrating to their calving grounds, elk bugling during rut, antelope babies playing tag, and bear cubs rolling in the meadow under their mother’s watchful eye. Excellent birding surrounds West Yellowstone. Serious bird-watchers can explore the trails, forests, and Read More… from Wildlife Viewing & Birdwatching
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 Read More… from For Families & Kids