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Winter In West Yellowstone

September 28, 2020

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

Explore West Yellowstone’s Past on the Historic Walking Tour

May 17, 2020

Dining Lodge. Photo courtesy of WYED and Yellowstone Historic Center. Driving through Yellowstone National Park is a breathtaking experience, but you might return to West Yellowstone with the urge to take a walk. Stroll along the West Yellowstone Historic Walking Tour to stretch your legs, breathe in the crisp mountain air, and learn the eclectic

Wonderlicious Daily Soup

November 11, 2019

Wonderlicious, soup to warm you up, nose to toes! Home Made and Hearty Soups served daily at the Book Peddler; Call (406-646-9358) or stop by (106 Canyon Street) for daily soup choices. Spoonful’s of comfort by the cup or the bowl, to stay or to go. Pick up your frequent customer card for soup and/or

West Yellowstone Skijor Association Event

Shotgun Skijor by West Yellowstone Skijor Association February 25th Registration at 6pm-9pm at Wild West Pizzeria. Open to the public. Costs vary based on division. Competitors should come to registration for full information. Jrs — $50 per team Switch-a- Roo — $70 Snowboard — $75 Novice — $100 Sport — $130 Open — $180 Gates

West Yellowstone Airport (WYS): Tips for Visitors

August 29, 2019

West Yellowstone Airport is the closest airport to Yellowstone National Park’s West Entrance, just a couple of miles from the park and a short drive from town. If you’re flying in during the summer season, here’s what to know before you land. West Yellowstone Airport at a Glance Official name: Yellowstone Airport Airport code: WYS

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.

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,

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,

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

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

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