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
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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Yellowstone Rendezvous Ski Race
http://www.skirunbikemt.com/rendezvous-race2.html 2022 Yellowstone Rendezvous Race The Yellowstone Rendezvous Race committee is working hard to bring you an event scheduled for March 5, 2022. http://www.skirunbikemt.com/events.html
Birding in Greater Yellowstone
No matter what time of year you plan to visit West Yellowstone, a birding adventure awaits. Whether you are hiking through an alpine forest or snowshoeing along a riverbank, the Greater Yellowstone region hosts a rich population of birds for every season. Birding enthusiasts and casual watchers alike can revel in the majestic sights of
West Yellowstone’s Eagle’s Store Celebrates 110th Year
While working summers at the Fountain Hotel in Yellowstone National Park, Sam and Ida Eagle saw opportunity upon learning that the Oregon Short Line of the Union Pacific Railroad planned to run a spur route to the West entrance of Yellowstone National Park. Sam negotiated with the US Forest Service to survey and later lease
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Simple Preparation Tips for Your Long Haul RV Trip To Yellowstone
With all the fantastic sceneries that Yellowstone has to offer, the annual number of visits to Yellowstone has increased by a whopping 40% in comparison to 2008. Due to the convenience of using RVs, people will tend to visit the popular park on their motorhomes and trailers. Luckily, Yellowstone already has provisions for RV camping. However, you
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Yellowstone Historic Center Annual Heritage Celebration
West Yellowstone Rendezvous & Living History Encampment
Living History 1800’s Encampment, featuring – Entertainment, Demonstrations and seminars related to trades and crafts of the 1800’s.
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Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo
West Yellowstone Montana nightly rodeo.
Yellowstone Half Marathon
The Yellowstone Half Marathon takes place in the town of West Yellowstone, MT, just outside the entrance to Yellowstone National Park. It’s a stunning course with breathtaking views of the Gallatin National Forest, huge gulps of crisp fresh air, and maybe even some wildlife. The race starts at 7 AM sharp with cutoff at 11