Grizzly bear digs for food near Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone National Park
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Skiers See the First Grizzly Bear of 2024 in Yellowstone National Park

This news story about the first grizzly sighting in Yellowstone of 2024 is based on a March 13, 2024, National Park Service press release. You can read the original release here. Early March is usually when the first grizzly bears begin emerging from hibernation in Yellowstone National Park. This was also the case this year,…

Sapphire Pool at Biscuit Basin, Yellowstone National Park
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Top 15 Most Beautiful Hot Springs in Yellowstone National Park

According to the National Park Service, “hot springs are the most common hydrothermal features in Yellowstone.” And indeed, you can find these colorful pools at various locations throughout the park. In fact, every single geyser basin in Yellowstone National Park—whether minor or major—has its own share of hot springs, which come in many shapes and…

Lake McDonald Lodge, Glacier National Park
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12 Historic National Park Lodges, Hotels & Resorts for Unforgettable National Park Stays

Spending a night or two at a historic lodge or hotel is one of the most memorable national park experiences. From Yellowstone’s famous Old Faithful Inn to Glacier’s iconic Many Glacier Hotel and the rustic Lake Quinault Lodge at Olympic, these are the greatest and grandest lodges in the national parks.

Grizzly bear at Midway Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park
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Bear Hibernation in Yellowstone: When Do Bears Hibernate?

One of the great pleasures of visiting Yellowstone National Park is seeing bears in the wild. Both black bears and grizzly bears call the park home and are active—and therefore visible—for a large part of the year. However, the bears in Yellowstone do hibernate in winter. After starting this months-long sleep sometime in November, they’re…

Close-up of the head of a bison in Lamar Valley, Yellowstone National Park
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Woman Gored By Bison in Yellowstone National Park, First Bison Goring of the Year

This news story about a woman being gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park is based on a July 17, 2023, National Park Service press release. You can read the original release here. Since the start of the busy season in Yellowstone National Park, there has been a series of inappropriate actions by park…

Lamar Valley in northern Yellowstone National Park
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10 Breathtaking Views in Yellowstone National Park

People from all around the globe visit Yellowstone National Park for many reasons. They want to see the world’s most famous geyser erupt, watch iconic wildlife, walk on the rim of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, explore extraordinary hydrothermal basins,… Whatever your reason for visiting Yellowstone is, you could spend many days in the…

Bison grazing in the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone National Park
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Yellowstone Shares Recent Wildlife Incidents, Urges Visitors to Act Responsibly

This news story about recent wildlife incidents in Yellowstone National Park is based on a June 1, 2023, National Park Service press release. You can read the original release here. According to a new statement by Yellowstone National Park, the summer season in the park has barely begun and there have been several wildlife incidents…

Man intentionally disturbs bison calf in Yellowstone - Image Credit NPS Hellen Jack
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Man Intentionally Disturbs Bison Calf in Yellowstone, Resulting in Death of the Calf

This news story about the intentional disturbing of a bison calf by a man in Yellowstone is based on a May 23, 2023, National Park Service press release. You can read the original release here. Yellowstone National Park law enforcement officers are asking the public for information about an incident that occurred on the evening…

Firehole River geysers at sunrise, Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park
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11 Top Things to Do at Old Faithful (Yellowstone National Park)

The centerpiece and crown jewel of Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful is by far the most visited single attraction in the park. Innumerable other hydrothermal features dot the Upper Geyser Basin too, from fumaroles to hot springs, many of which are visible from trails and boardwalks. Old Faithful, however, is the star of the show,…

Grizzly bear in sagebrush in Grand Teton National Park
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Where to See Bears in Grand Teton National Park

The sagebrush flats, ponds, streams, and mountains of Grand Teton National Park are prime bear habitat. Both black and grizzly bears call Grand Teton home, thriving in the park’s varied ecosystems and present in virtually all areas. Some parts of the park, however, are simply better than others to view these magnificent animals in the…

Names of the Teton Range Peaks Seen From Mormon Row, Grand Teton National Park
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Names of the Teton Range Peaks (With Photos)

The centerpiece and namesake of Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park, the Teton Range is one of America’s most awe-inspiring mountain ranges. Few national parks have such amazing mountain vistas as Grand Teton National Park, which is thanks mainly to the absence of any foothills. Instead, due to their location at the so-called Teton Fault and…

Lower Terraces at Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park
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19 Top Things to Do at Mammoth Hot Springs (Yellowstone National Park)

One of several “hubs” in Yellowstone National Park, along with places like Canyon Village, Old Faithful and Lake Village, Mammoth Hot Springs is the gateway to the rugged north of Yellowstone. It is home to the park headquarters, the original heart of park management, as well as many facilities and visitor services. Mammoth Hot Springs…

Views of the Teton Range from Blacktail Ponds Overlook, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
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Top 12 Best Views of the Tetons (in Grand Teton National Park)

Although it’s a relatively small national park, Grand Teton packs an undeniable punch. Encompassing the sprawling Jackson Hole valley, numerous glacial lakes, a meandering section of the Snake River, and the majestic Teton Range, it’s a diverse and, above all, incredibly scenic park. Wildlife abounds in Grand Teton National Park, from black and grizzly bears…

Bison crossing road at Tower-Roosevelt, Yellowstone National Park
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7 Best Places to See Wildlife in Yellowstone National Park

The “North American Serengeti”, Yellowstone National Park is a paradise for wildlife lovers. In this guide, you’ll learn exactly where to see wildlife in Yellowstone, including bison, bears, moose, elk and wolves, as well as when to visit Yellowstone for the best wildlife viewing. Plus tips to stay safe in wildlife country!