Seasons

summer in west yellowstone When it comes to summertime activities, the West Yellowstone area is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. The long summer days provide visitors unlimited access to explore and play in the splendor of the high country. You can fish blue-ribbon trout streams, hike in pristine wilderness, experience real Western horseback riding, go whitewater rafting, or mountain bike on hundreds of miles of singletrack and forest service roads. In addition to the regal Yellowstone Nati [...]

With more than 150 inches of annual snowfall and nearly as many days of sunshine, West Yellowstone, Montana, has earned its place as one of the “Top 10 Winter Towns” (National Geographic Traveler). With the entrance to Yellowstone National Park right in town, you can witness the park’s icons such as hot springs, mud pots, geysers such as Old Faithful, and wildlife like bison, elk, and wolves, all with the beauty of a blanket of soft snow. Yellowstone’s West Entrance is open for oversnow travel [...]

fall in west yellowstone The fall season brings spectacular scenery in and around West Yellowstone with the landscapes transforming from green to vibrant shades of orange, red, and gold. The cooler fall temperatures create incredible photo opportunities in Yellowstone National Park, with the fog turning to steam over the rivers and geysers. This season is a great time for mountain biking, road cycling, and hiking, fall while keeping your camera ready to capture the breathtaking beauty and wi [...]

spring in west yellowstone Visiting in the spring means avoiding the heavy crowds in summer. Spring and early summer bring some of the best wildlife spotting opportunities of the year. With bears emerging from their winter slumber; elk, deer, and bison babies being born; and animals foraging near boardwalks and roadways, visitors in the early season are treated to wildlife viewing unlike any other time of year. (Just remember to follow all rules and regulations and keep a safe distance from [...]