Yellowstone National Park
State: WY, MT, ID
Size: 2,219,790 acres
Topography: Volcanic, Geysers, Canyon
Peak Season: Summer
Nearest Airport: Yellowstone Airport (WYS) – 10 min (Summer only)/ Jackson Hole Airport (JAC)
Nearest Town: West Yellowstone, MT / Gardiner, MT / Bozeman, MT
Top 5 Hikes
Old Faithful Geyser Trail
Grand Prismatic Spring Trail
Fairy Falls Trail
Mount Washburn Trail
Lamar Valley Trail
Points of Interest
Old Faithful: The world-famous geyser that erupts regularly, attracting visitors from around the world to witness its spectacular display.
Grand Prismatic Spring: The largest hot spring in the United States, known for its vibrant colors and unique thermophilic bacteria that thrive in its heat.
Yellowstone Lake: A large, high-altitude lake offering fishing, boating, and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.
Lamar Valley: Known as the “Serengeti of North America,” this area is ideal for wildlife viewing, particularly for spotting wolves and bison
Recreational Opportunities
Geothermal Features – Home to Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic, and 10,000+ geysers.
Hiking – Top trails include Uncle Tom’s Trail, Mount Washburn, and Fairy Falls.
Wildlife Viewing – See bears, wolves, bison, and elk in their natural habitat.
Fishing – World-class fly fishing in the Yellowstone, Lamar, and Firehole Rivers.
Backpacking – Multi-day treks in Yellowstone’s remote backcountry.
Camping
12 Developed Campgrounds – Campgrounds like Madison, Grant Village, and Canyon offer varying amenities.
Backcountry Camping – Over 300 designated wilderness sites require a permit.