🐻 Yellowstone National Park -- what's new this year!

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  • @jeanielawley854
    @jeanielawley854 3 года назад +2

    Great video!!! We loved Yellowstone and stayed 5 days..... Not near enough time... We stayed 2 nights in the Old Faithful Inn....Awesome! 2 nights in the Roosevelt Lodge Cabin and 1 night at Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. We really, really want to go back... Thanks for sharing your lives with us!

  • @rayworx
    @rayworx 3 года назад +2

    The family (me n wife and 2 sons) went to Yellowstone and had a Bison-Jam problem. Wife and I were on our motorcycle and kids were in our car. Try being on a m/c with a 2 ton 'truck' on 4 legs
    walking past you...... and smell!!! Then found the 'best shower in the world' at Fishing Bridge! HOT water from a geyser and softest water in the world! This was the first time 'they' had been to
    Yellowstone but I'd been there several times when I was single. So great being able to be a guide!

  • @petemichael4512
    @petemichael4512 3 года назад +1

    In Summer of '64, I worked at the Pink Garter Theater in West Yellowstone. Once our season began we did a show every night from June 15 thru Labor Day. We did daytrips all over the park so we saw a lot during the summer - all the major spots and some remote. I recall swimming in the Firehole River warmed by geysers at night (Crazy, I know. We were college kids - 4 of us from Idaho State U.) Going to the dump after a show and watching Grizzlies paw threw garbage from the car. I recall the park as one of the most uniquely beautiful places I've ever seen and treasure the memories of that summer. Thanks for your wonderful video.

  • @cynthiahanssen3218
    @cynthiahanssen3218 3 года назад +4

    We also love Yellowstone. We travel there at least twice a decade and it never grows old. Our tips include:1) Attend the evening ranger programs. You get to talk to your fellow campers, have one on one time with a ranger, find out about animal sightings, and learn something to boot! This is one of the free amenities in the various campgrounds that is under utilized and should not be ignored in any national park. 2) If lots of cars are stopped, find a safe place to pull over, get yourself out of your vehicle. Don't walk up to any wild animals, but talk to the folks with spotting scopes. Most of the time they will let you have a peek at the wolves or bears or elk so you can enjoy the show. Once you know what you are looking at, the drama enfolding in the Haden and/or Lamar Valleys will be a forever memory. 3) And while you are in the North East Corner (Lamar) we love to go out of the park (east) and travel the Top of the World highway. There are mountain sheep in the cliffs right before you leave the park, and two little towns with restaurants right outside. Then you are literally driving in a magical land on top of the mountains, and it will take you to a lookout at the top of a pass. You can return back the same way, continue on to Red Lodge (we have never done that) or take the cut off and go down to Cody for the afternoon, see the Buffalo BIll Center of the West, and go back into Yellowstone from the Cody East Entrance. 4) And whatever you decide to do, remember that the journey is the destination. Keep you your eyes open and prepare to stop and soak it all in. Thanks for your video, we will go in September this year, I think.

  • @cindyd8646
    @cindyd8646 3 года назад +2

    We are yearly visitors to Yellowstone in the fall. Last September was not the best of visits. It was amazingly hot, smoky from all the western U.S. wildfires, and crowded like it was July. The lodging reservations I made the previous December were still available, but many accommodations were not. This year could well be very similar. There is a page on the National Park Service site that lists what will be open and the dates of opening and closing for all park areas, including dining, accommodation, and activities. It looks as though there will be more available than last season, but dining is still very limited. All the picnic areas are open, so pack a lunch! Driving back out of the park to eat is very time consuming. For 5 days, we existed on lunchables bought at groceries on the way to the park. Another tip: at attractions, get up early and hit the road! Parking lots fill and cars are parked for a mile or more in both directions at the geyser basins, thermal features in Hayden Valley, and Canyon. The viewpoints of the Lower Falls accessed from Canyon Village were a zoo most of the day. Go early and take a picnic or a nap in the afternoon. Happy travels!

  • @elizabethroblyer5615
    @elizabethroblyer5615 3 года назад +20

    When I was a kid our family spent 17 days in Yellowstone so cool

  • @richardvandyke9578
    @richardvandyke9578 3 года назад +7

    West Yellowstone has an airport and a campground that is reserved for pilots only. I have flown in there several times with a group of planes to visit the park. Rental cars are available in West Yellowstone. The pilot campground does have a hot water shower available.
    My wife and I traveled there on my Harley Davidson motorcycle one time and stayed in a motel in West Yellowstone. The motorcycle was a wonderful way to see the park. My wife was able to take pictures while we were traveling, and parking was never a problem. We continued on to Cody Wyoming via the Beartooth Pass. What a wonderful ride.

  • @davidandyoko
    @davidandyoko 3 года назад +39

    If time permits, you cannot miss the Bear Tooth Highway. Absolutely amazing and beautiful.

    • @dannyboy8474
      @dannyboy8474 3 года назад +4

      Yes, important note though - this is usually not open until June due to snow/altitude.

    • @everyonelovesfriday2045
      @everyonelovesfriday2045 3 года назад +4

      On a motorcycle!!!!

    • @lottosal
      @lottosal 3 года назад +2

      My husband and I got to ride our bike on the Beartooth Highway the very first day it opened several years ago, from Red Lodge to our lodging at Yellowstone. The snow on each side of the highway was 5-6 feet above our heads, but the pavement was (thankfully) dry. Gorgeous ride! 🙂👍

    • @mikeandshawnahual4072
      @mikeandshawnahual4072 3 года назад +2

      We agree. On August 31st it SNOWED on us. At the peak on the road Mountain Sheep were standing in the parking area. Amazing! Don't bring a large RV because the switchbacks are insane.

    • @lunatune3714
      @lunatune3714 3 года назад +2

      Just dont go in early June....closed due to snow is a real possibility

  • @patricklondon6006
    @patricklondon6006 3 года назад +41

    My deceased wife could have blown through Yellowstone in mere hours and not missed a thing. When I was married to her I was in the best shape of my life. LOL

    • @glennoconnor2980
      @glennoconnor2980 3 года назад +2

      One can do a quick auto-tour. Left Billings at 10am, entered the park through Cooke City, after stopping at Red Lodge, and the Beartooth Hiway's Vista overlook(a must do). Encountered numerous road delays(construction zones), past Yellowstone Lake, stopping occasionally for the walking boxcars(bison) and arrived at Old Faithful around 8pm. Saw the last eruption, before sunset. Left through Gardiner, well almost didn't make it that far because of more road delays at Norris and just happened to be among the last vehicles allowed through. That stop was going to close at 10pm, moments away!
      Anyhoo, got back to Billings at 0130! Whirlwind-ish! LOL

  • @sandyleonard4780
    @sandyleonard4780 3 года назад +5

    We visited Yellowstone in May 2006 for a week and it was wonderful.. one of my favorites was Mammouth Hot Springs. Little cabins to rent. We loved it.

  • @pamelaschilling9464
    @pamelaschilling9464 3 года назад +7

    I havent been for about 45 yrs with parents. We spent about 4 days. It was beautiful and need to go back and take my family.

  • @crash_childers5580
    @crash_childers5580 2 года назад

    We did 10 days in Yellowstone...we trailered two 49cc scooters that we used to tour the park. Best vacation ever.

  • @bhavnasoni711
    @bhavnasoni711 3 года назад +1

    Your video was so in time for us,it's very well explained, because we are going first time. Thanks so much 🙏

  • @Birdsville2014
    @Birdsville2014 3 года назад +24

    Hi Guys
    We visited Yellowstone in January 1979. Correct, the middle of winter. Visiting from Australia during our summer holidays we found the park to be deserted. Nevertheless Old Faithful was at its best with all the steam immediately freezing and turning the surrounding area into an even more impressive “winter wonderland”. It was so cold that the air around West Yellowstone was glistening with frozen water vapour. Fortunately it was a beautiful blue sky day. Also fortunately the road in had been cleared but had enough snow on it so that chains were not required. We stopped for lunch at a cafe and could not believe how quickly the car cooled down! Quite an experience!

  • @johnirwin1837
    @johnirwin1837 3 года назад

    In '82 we left Rapid City on a 2 week vacation to Montana and Yellowstone coming back thru Wyoming. We went to Little Big Horn them back to Red Lodge and up the mountain to the north east gate. WOW. We spent a full week in the park doing both loops. Spent a couple of nights boondocking just off the north loop then to Fishing Bridge Campground for the rest of our time doing the south loop. We have not been back since and now a little afraid of the crowds in our senior years. Thanks for the reminder pictures.

  • @michaelcertain415
    @michaelcertain415 3 года назад +5

    When we went we stayed in a different lodge each night, depending on where we were touring the next day. Pulling up to the Mammoth Lodge with all of the Elk laying on the grass out front, and small herds running through town was awesome! The best though was sitting on the porch at Old Faithful Inn with a "Mud Pot" in hand watching the sun go down over Geyser Basin. Nothing like it!

  • @ThePlacesWhereWeGo
    @ThePlacesWhereWeGo 3 года назад +5

    Our first trip to Yellowstone was a five day itinerary. We still have so much more to see and do. And we agree, to escape the crowds, go hiking. We were surprised how much solitude we were able to experience on several hikes - plus being able to see things that many others miss if just frequenting the busy parking lots.

  • @MAGA-kw3ol
    @MAGA-kw3ol 3 года назад +14

    Number one thing when visiting Yellowstone, DO NOT TRY TO PET BISON, its always amazing to me how inappropriate people can be, please respect the wildlife and the park, don’t liter, try to improve our parks when you take a hike bring a garbage bag and pick up any trash you see along your hike. Together we can make a difference.

    • @ellaryholliday
      @ellaryholliday 3 года назад

      Born and raised in Bend, Oregon and was always raised with "leave it better than you found it" Love it!

  • @mariecook7916
    @mariecook7916 3 года назад +14

    We live near by and visit Yellowstone several times a year. There is lots to see, but you did a good job of covering the more popular places. We have seen it snow in July, so a jacket is a good idea. With the high elevation know that it is easy to get a sunburn and also dehydration sneaks up on you - be prepared. One more note to add: give animals room and stay on the boardwalks. We don’t need anymore newspaper headlines, it happens a few times a year.

  • @aljones9114
    @aljones9114 3 года назад +5

    My buddies and I rode motorcycles through Yellowstone. I loved Hayden Vally. If I could have had a chair, I would have loved to been able just sit and watch the bison. From a safe distance, of course!😄

  • @charlesthomas8970
    @charlesthomas8970 2 года назад

    Hi guys, thank you for this program.
    I am from Australia and I would love to come to this spectacular place to visit and stay as much as I could specially in winter ❄️ to see everything and every wildlife.

  • @droningharry
    @droningharry 3 года назад +3

    I truly love this advice and planning a reason and order to see this amazing place. Great live!

  • @johnsonhunglo1993
    @johnsonhunglo1993 3 года назад +1

    Thirty years, and still finding new places!!!!
    Everything is larger than Rhode Island!!!!
    The Buffalo herds rule Yellowstone!!!!
    You need about three days to really enjoy Yellowstone.
    Side trips to Jackson, Cheyenne, WY., and Mt. Rushmore.
    There is a ton of in-the-park lodging in Yellowstone now.

  • @ynpmoose
    @ynpmoose 3 года назад +3

    We went to the park in 2001 and stayed in the main hotel for our honeymoon. Heading back this summer with the kids and the camper. About 5000 mile round trip over 3 weeks. Should be a trip to remember for a lifetime. This is a trip you need to plan a year in advance if you are camping with an RV or trailer.

  • @keithcollins6303
    @keithcollins6303 3 года назад +2

    Just left Yellowstone today. Wife and I spent 2 days there. Weather was so variable as you said which made for dramatic photographs. One thing which I found beautiful was the new tree growth in parts of those ‘drive through’ areas as you travel south to Norris Basin from Mammoth Hot Springs. The special coloration of those younger trees in places affected by the great fire in the 1990’s was magical and exuded hope under puffy white clouds and assure skies. We stopped before North Twin Lake and drank in the silent beauty.

  • @mikelaffin7281
    @mikelaffin7281 3 года назад

    I also worked at Old Faithful in 93.
    It was life changing.
    I ended up guiding in Yellowstone from 95 until 20!

  • @susie3893
    @susie3893 3 года назад +2

    Last time we were there in May 2019 we spent 2 weeks moving from campground to campground so we could see all areas of the park. Been going to Yellowstone since 1988. Our girls were young then and now both are grown but mom and dad still go to Yellowstone about every 3 years. We stayed in lodges then but now we go in our 24ft MH all the way from NC.

  • @mototurkey5289
    @mototurkey5289 3 года назад +25

    Teton is another conversation entirely, but some of the most amazing things seen visiting Yellowstone weren’t in the Park... the western part of the caldera through West Yellowstone, MT and down through Last Chance, Idaho and Mesa Falls thru Driggs, ID to return through Jackson Hole is an incredible experience. Beautiful rivers, amazing wildlife, so much scenery that is spectacular, canoe trips, Henry’s Fork fishing near Saint Anthony, ID and much more. By enjoying the nearby areas still in the caldera, but outside the park, you can pass up a lot of crowds. Of course see the park first, but once you’ve had enough of the traffic in the park head all around the margins...I loved the video and agree with your whole list!

    • @shirleyduncan3653
      @shirleyduncan3653 3 года назад +2

      Thanks for the info. Good to know

    • @micheleishino7407
      @micheleishino7407 3 года назад +3

      My sentiments exactly. I love that area. We always go camping in island park. We take in the sights like the falls, warm river and most of all we love to visit big springs. We’ve seen big fish, otters, herons, ducks, and lots of moose.We also love to float the River.

  • @camden6255
    @camden6255 3 года назад +1

    If you want your best shot at wolves, be to Lamar at roughly 7am. By getting there early, you put yourself in a position where wolves are still active and not just snoozing around in the trees on the mountains. I’very seen upwards of 40 wolves in my experience and probably 3 grizzlies by doing this. The junction butte pack which is the main pack that hangs around Lamar, is huge at the moment in size, I believe they had 18 pups last year which all survived the winter. It is also a great spot for red fox, coyotes, moose, and black bears. Safe travels!

  • @christinatessmer4841
    @christinatessmer4841 3 года назад +5

    Going this summer. Thank you for the tips.

  • @ronchalfant6394
    @ronchalfant6394 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for this video! I have been several times and we're headed there this year again! This video is a good reminder of what to see in the park as well what to be careful of.. Thank You!!

  • @nancyfuller4901
    @nancyfuller4901 3 года назад +4

    So thrilled that I’ll be going for the first time in May/June, and camping for 12 nights in Madison and Mammoth. Great video as usual. Then on to Grand Teton after Yellowstone.

  • @MrAlbarry51
    @MrAlbarry51 3 года назад +2

    I love your passion for Yellowstone! You give great advice especially to first time visitors. Yellowstone National Park definitely can be very overwhelming and you tend to underestimate the time it takes to explore it. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences with us.

  • @garys4067
    @garys4067 3 года назад +13

    In case someone has not already pointed this out, the road from Canyon to Tower-Roosevelt will be closed for the entire 2021 season.

    • @timwildey7974
      @timwildey7974 3 года назад +1

      Why are they saying it’s open in this 2021 video? There is no access to Mt Washburn either. I just spent two weeks in Yellowstone. The lodges are closed and the Inn at Old Faithful is still closed. Many were closed all of 2020 check the NP website for current updates folks. Food is only takeout at the Grille at Old Faithful and Mammoth Springs. Major construction at the Gardiner entrance to the NP. Fishing Bridge RV park closed under construction too. All other Campgrounds are sold out for all of 2021!

    • @LaCatLady
      @LaCatLady 3 года назад +1

      @@timwildey7974 The folks from YT channel I’m Not Lost I’m RVing are working at one of the stores there. Check for opening updates on theYellowstone website.

  • @griffinsutich1067
    @griffinsutich1067 2 года назад

    Lamar is the best. I had the pleasure of meeting Rick McIntyre during my visit. Learned a ton about wolves from this gentleman. Looking forward to returning!!

  • @rhondalyn100
    @rhondalyn100 3 года назад +2

    What a wonderfully informative video! Thank so much!

  • @desertdog2282
    @desertdog2282 3 года назад +4

    My brother did the one day “Yellowstone tour”. My wife and I have been there several times and each trip was unique. With any luck we will have another look around this year.

  • @SteveKarolek
    @SteveKarolek 3 года назад +2

    Great description. Spent a week there last time. Planning on going back at some point to refresh memories and see places we didn't get to the first time...

  • @wilbard6708
    @wilbard6708 3 года назад +4

    Was there three years ago! Wow what a trip, the trip there and back was great but the park was amazing. You know it's been a good trip when your stomach aches...from laughing so much, but that was mostly due to our friends who went with us, Even over his " What another bison, oh let's slow down and stop for a dozen are more photos" We are starting to plan another trip for maybe in 2024.

  • @johnnytruong1364
    @johnnytruong1364 3 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for such an incredibly in-depth guide you guys provide. 👍

  • @deebutler4217
    @deebutler4217 3 года назад +3

    Thank you for another great video! We are using all your Yellowstone videos to plan our trip....we find them very helpful. Keep up the good work! LOLOHO!

  • @solidstone073
    @solidstone073 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for your inspiration Sean & Kristy.

  • @kgluodenis8685
    @kgluodenis8685 3 года назад +2

    Love Yellowstone and all the great hikes! One trail I've hiked on took me to a petrified forrest. Very cool!

  • @MCOB2019
    @MCOB2019 3 года назад

    I did Yellowstone - Lewis Falls, Old Faithful, Morning Glory Pool, Grand Prismatic Spring, Gibbon Falls, Mammoth, Grand Canyon, Hayden Valley, Mud Volcano, West Thumb Lake. Visited Grand Tetons - Jenny Lake, Hiked to Delta Lake(9 miles round trip). Explored Jackson Hole. All in 3 days, and I feel like I enjoyed every spot. So just a heads up for those of you who only have 3 days, it’s doable but very tiring. I did feel like I needed more time but overall had a great experience.

  • @pabsts____3964
    @pabsts____3964 3 года назад +1

    Thank you. I’ve been at Yellowstone for the past 4 days, and this has helped tremendously. Good luck and safe travels.

  • @dennisamy-ourlife
    @dennisamy-ourlife 3 года назад +12

    Teton and Yellowstone are my favorite trips so far, along with Glacier! Need more then a week to really enjoy them though

    • @rocksteady05
      @rocksteady05 3 года назад

      So if I go for less then a week I won’t enjoy myself? It will suck?

  • @w7nw
    @w7nw 2 года назад

    Visited and stayed at Fishing bridge with our class A. Saw Grizzlies, wolves and Bison in Hayden Valley. Bears and wolves were feeding on a Bison circus that was on the river bank well below the viewing area. Yes, Bison block the roads and we loved it. Also visited years ago in mid May and camped in Mammoth Hot Springs (1970 and '71) when we were living in Great Falls. One of my favorite places in the world to visit. Also there in 1967 and 1988 (just before the big fire in '88)

  • @ezza3580
    @ezza3580 3 года назад

    Thank you for this video! Starting to plan our first visit to Yellowstone for next summer and this really gives me an idea of what to plan for and how much time we should take.

  • @trucluu815
    @trucluu815 3 года назад

    Thank you very much. This is really helpful information for me to prepare the trip to Yellowstone for my family in this summer. Thank again Truc

  • @TheBruceGday
    @TheBruceGday 3 года назад +3

    We were able to watch elk swimming across the river in Hayden Valley. Awesome place!

  • @michaelpellegrino3220
    @michaelpellegrino3220 3 года назад

    Will be visiting for 5-6 days in a few weeks. Thank you for all of the tips!

  • @frankjacoby9460
    @frankjacoby9460 3 года назад +1

    All your tips are right on; haven’t been to Yellowstone since 2000, must plan a return trip before it blows!

  • @marcieagerton4778
    @marcieagerton4778 3 года назад

    Great video!!! We spent 6 days. I think you guys are spot on with the timeframe to truly enjoy the park.

  • @waynebutler7813
    @waynebutler7813 2 года назад

    I visited Yellowstone about 35 years ago, and of course, there were no "apps" or internet then, just the good ole Rand McNally road atlas. It was only for a couple of days of driving accessible roads, looking for wildlife, and seeing the major sites. It was in June, and we woke up (we were sleeping in a tent) to find snow on the ground...about 3" worth!! It was beautiful and I'm looking forward to returning for a bit longer stay, better informed, and hopefully see more! If it's the Lord's will, maybe next year we can do just that!

  • @beatrizrodriguez331
    @beatrizrodriguez331 3 года назад +3

    We are going this year in August for the 1st time we have 7 days so I hope we can enjoy it. Thanks for your tips. (I have been watching your videos in my TV but I can only comment on my phone. So please know that I did watch the entire video. 😊)

  • @pipslife7874
    @pipslife7874 3 года назад

    This is SPOT ON!!! We planned our week long trip to Yellowstone 2 years ago by watching all of your videos!! It was OUTSTANDING!! Thinking of going back this year!! Thanks for all you do!!

  • @71stpsde
    @71stpsde 3 года назад +6

    I've been twice, but weren't able to see everything. I'll be working in Yellowstone this summer. I'll be working at Grant Village out of my Class A. I plan on checking out everything on my days off. I have exactly 2 months till I start work.

    • @irishassassin7753
      @irishassassin7753 3 года назад +1

      That is awesome! Hope when I retire I can go work in the park and enjoy it even more than I do now!

    • @wb8164
      @wb8164 3 года назад

      I have thought of that too stationed in Cheyenne back in 1976 through 1980 was there at Yellowstone that 1st year August will take the family there soon

  • @machfive916
    @machfive916 3 года назад +3

    Good evening Loloho and Loloho nation. Loving these live chats!

  • @rgs455atw
    @rgs455atw 3 года назад +60

    This will be my first summer working at Yellowstone, I will be up in Mammoth. Starting to pack, trying to figure out what I need to bring. My checking in date is May 6th. Getting excited, wish me luck.

  • @jimjackson1087
    @jimjackson1087 3 года назад +2

    The Ranger recommendations include wearing a little bell to keep from surprising the bears, and cinnamon bear spray, They have a short course on bear identification using skat. The black bears skat is dark and small, the brown bears are large and loose, and the grizzly is kind of in between, but usually smells like cinnamon and has little bells in it.

    • @lorraineanderson149
      @lorraineanderson149 3 года назад

      HAHAHA, very funny...Little BELLS

    • @juliomiranda7013
      @juliomiranda7013 2 года назад

      i guess the bear spray and bells didn't work for some poor hiker haha

  • @hshalom9113
    @hshalom9113 3 года назад +1

    My tip IF you are allergic to sulfa, before geysers go off they admit lots of sulfa.
    Thankfully i had my service dog when i went down. The Rangers immediately knew what to do. When i came back to somewhat normal in the lodge, they had water for my dog & treats (she refused til i told her ok) & she loved the pampering & a.c.! lol
    👍 to the Rangers there!

  • @carynturrel8208
    @carynturrel8208 3 года назад +1

    I love this video.
    In 2011, when I was still in the classroom, I won a Lilly Foundation Teacher Creativity Fellowship, and my family and I spent 11 days in Yellowstone. We went hiking, got up before the crack of dawn to see a wolf in Lamar Valley, and had a wonderful trip. We stayed in Canyon in a rustic cabin, four of us (kind of crowded). I want so badly to get back. Everyone should experience this wonderful place.
    ETA: we saw a moose cow and her calf near the northeast entrance.

  • @mikeandshawnahual4072
    @mikeandshawnahual4072 3 года назад +2

    We say you need a month. Of course it is best to visit at different times of the year to see it in multiple seasons. We stayed at multiple entrances last September. Loloho was our inspiration for taking that much time at the park. It was FANTASTIC!

  • @Augiebracerofam
    @Augiebracerofam 3 года назад +1

    We went through in a day. Didn’t realize that there was so much more than Old Faithful. We have a return trip sometime again. Thank you for sharing your experiences and have a wonderful day.

  • @michaellappas3286
    @michaellappas3286 3 года назад

    Great information here!
    We used the GYPSY Tours app. (AMAZING)
    Make sure if you travel with more than 2 vehicles you buy walkie talkies. Absolutely no cell service in Grand Teton and Yellowstone. Saved us so much time not having to pull over to talk to our other family. We bought EBBCOWRY kids radios. Had 31 channels and lasted 7 days.

  • @dreaming-of-spots6805
    @dreaming-of-spots6805 2 года назад

    Thanks for this video! I'm going for the first time real soon, and I'm super excited, but this video has helped me narrow down which parts of the park I want to try and do while I'm there.

  • @nruegner
    @nruegner 3 года назад +2

    Thank you so much for this guided tour. I am in the process of planning a reunion for my 7 siblings and spouses. We will be staying at a cabin in Island Park. We won't be able to hike much as some of them are older with medical issues. But some will be hiking. Some have never been there and are so excited. It is one of my favorite places. We have only 3 days there so we will see those that you advised for sure. Thank you again.

  • @cpwatching5647
    @cpwatching5647 3 года назад

    Great Video! We did a trip and did a area each day similar to what you described. Very good advice you provided on all fronts. A highlight we enjoyed very much that you may not have mentioned was our park exit. We exited North East then over Beartooth pass. I will never forget that day. Take care.

  • @lifes2short4bs73
    @lifes2short4bs73 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for this video! We will have 6 full days in May to explore the park from the Idaho side. We might be able to squeeze a few more days if we can get a good site for our rig.

  • @tinaprice4948
    @tinaprice4948 3 года назад +2

    I did 3 guided tours last time we went and it was well worth it! In the busy summer season, you dont have to worry about parking, you are NOT the driver, and so your whole family can look out the windows safely and enjoy a stress free time in Yellowstone. I have been a few times and would never go in the summer if we had to drive. It is crazy!

  • @youngtimer964
    @youngtimer964 3 года назад +1

    Your video is excellent! We did 5 days in the fall of 2019. I think your advice is spot on. We can’t wait to visit again in 2022.

  • @PeteSpringer
    @PeteSpringer 3 года назад +1

    Agree 100 percent with your suggestions. TW Services class of 1989.

  • @yokomiller5903
    @yokomiller5903 3 года назад

    Thank you for making this video! My parents and I are planning to travel to Yellowstone later this month and this video was super educational and informative!

  • @DeeDeeDIY
    @DeeDeeDIY 3 года назад +1

    It's a favorite place. All the hikes, all the features, all the wildlife takes at the least 5 days.

  • @toddcaldwell5614
    @toddcaldwell5614 3 года назад +2

    Great video - pulled my rig from SC to take my wife on her first trip to Yellowstone and the Tetons - 4 days and still didn’t cover it all ( did see moose in Lamar valley ) thanks for the videos and safe travels .

  • @Solo-Road
    @Solo-Road 2 года назад +1

    Had no idea there was an app. Such a great suggestion; thank you.

  • @doubleward
    @doubleward 3 года назад

    I completely agree with you...a few days in Yellowstone is not enough. I have driven through twice and spent a couple days there last Oct. BUT IT IS NOT ENOUGH!! There is still so much that i want to go back to see. THanks for the video!

  • @laughingram7287
    @laughingram7287 3 года назад +1

    I so appreciate this video! My wife and I are going to be there in two weeks.
    I went to Yellowstone back in the 80’s and did the one day trip! 🤪 My wife has never been there before and we were going to go there for a couple days, but after watching this video, I changed our camping reservation to a week. 👍🏼
    My wife is Hawaiian and she wants to see a bear - from a distance!!
    Thank you for sharing your invaluable experience!!
    Ram 👍🏼👍🏽

  • @itchingtogo7362
    @itchingtogo7362 3 года назад

    Wow...such a great video!! I had never traveled to any of the NPs in the west until 2 years ago to see Grand Canyon, but hoping to take a month in Utah this fall. Maybe Yellowstone in 2022. At 70 years young, I’m excited as a little kid!! Thanks again!,

  • @mickster1780
    @mickster1780 3 года назад

    Yellowstone is so great. not only very unique with all the thermal features but it has pretty much everything else you want to see - mountains, valleys, lakes, creeks and ponds, waterfalls and of course the wildlife.

  • @regenagroen4631
    @regenagroen4631 3 года назад +5

    YellowStone is def. on my bucket list when our RV is done!!! Thanks guys!!! So much to see & def. take our time!!! LOVES/HUGS!!!!

  • @craftytraveler9238
    @craftytraveler9238 3 года назад +3

    We will be staying in West Yellowstone in mid June. and driving through the park to the Tetons one day and then around Yellowstone a second day. We have been there twice before. thanks for the advice about the Yellowstone app, I downloaded it.

  • @jerimihm4008
    @jerimihm4008 3 года назад

    Just found this video! So timely! I just watched the Grand Teton video too. Spent all day yesterday planning this trip for August; got 4 days in Gros Ventre, 5 days private park West Yellowstone, and 2 days at a forest service CG headed toward Cody WY on the east side. We then travel east to see a lot of stuff in eastern Montana, Wyoming, Dakotas and Nebraska. This video really assured me I have a decent amount of time to “take my time” and still be able to see some things. Thank you for your wonderful videos and your sense of humor and being realistic! LOLOHO 🤟🏼

  • @vanettechristian2182
    @vanettechristian2182 3 года назад +2

    We spent 4 full days in Yellowstone. So many great memories. On a hike to a pond (don't ask me where) we were snowed on in the end of August. I highly recommend the horse back ride out of Roosevelt to the Chuckwagon dinner. We saw a moose on the ride and the views were spectacular. Besides seeing the thermal features, we made it a point to see the water falls that are within a mile hike of the road. I believe that there are 11 of them. Hope to make it back some day.

  • @shananigans6154
    @shananigans6154 3 года назад +2

    Glad I found this video! I’m planning our itinerary for June 4-9. 🙂

  • @dakat1726
    @dakat1726 3 года назад +1

    A timely discussion and much appreciated- hope to go next year and Lolo info on Yellowstone and Tetons is key

  • @brucebugbee6604
    @brucebugbee6604 3 года назад +31

    My tip: get out early in the morning before sunrise to beat the hordes.

    • @adventuresofartandalex
      @adventuresofartandalex 3 года назад +5

      Yes!! We were in the park before sunrise every day. Hardly saw anyone else and were back to our campground for lunch. Explored Mammoth and Norris without seeing a soul! Only saw a few cars/people in Lamar Valley too. Much more enjoyable that way.

    • @thesilentone4024
      @thesilentone4024 3 года назад

      I just want to know if mother nature is pissed at us and make this thing blow

    • @1pcmedic
      @1pcmedic 3 года назад +1

      NON Campers- Also, make sure you bring enough food each day for dinner, yes dinner. When you encounter a Bear, Moose or a major traffic jam before dark you will be happy you brought food because by the time you get back to town the restaurants will be closed. This way you don't have to make the choice to see wildlife leisurely or eat that night.

  • @longrider42
    @longrider42 3 года назад

    I worked three summers in Yellowstone. Mammoth in 85, Old Faithful lodge 91 and Grant Village in 95. I really liked working at the Old Faithful Lodge. So much to do in that area. I really need to get back there. And yes I was asked many times, how many days should I stay in the park. My answer was at least five, seven is better. Take your time, do some of the park activities. And enjoy. Yes, walk about a mile out on a trail from any of the big area's and your alone, maybe a few other hikers, just make sure to sign in and out of the trail book.

  • @duaneroepke8840
    @duaneroepke8840 3 года назад +1

    We were there 3 days and 500 miles and that was just the whirlwind tour. Going back to SEE it. NO WAY can you see it in a day. Maybe able to come in the south entrance and make it out the north entrance and snap a few pics and say "yep" there it was.

  • @1pcmedic
    @1pcmedic 3 года назад

    I like the 5 days in Yellowstone, 4 days in Mt Rushmore/Badlands area then back to Yellowstone for 5 more days trip. If visiting a string of National Parks leave the best for last, YELLOWSTONE! When the weather is hot visiting a string of National Parks start from the South and work North (if possible) it will be cooler as you go rather than hotter...........nice video and tips, thanks!

  • @thomashartmann2891
    @thomashartmann2891 3 года назад

    Spent 2 weeks in Yellowstone in the Summer of 2000. Covered all the places you have in the video plus a few days of back country camping. We did see a moose during the back country camping trip. We camped by a small lake and the moose was in the lake on the far side from us and pretty much stayed there all day. We also spent a few days down at Grand Teton and did some horse back riding there.

  • @dennisgardiner43
    @dennisgardiner43 3 года назад

    Been to Yellowstone twice, once in 1997 and 2004. Taking my wife and stepson this year. Both have never been there. We are taking seven days between Teton and Yellowstone. Have taken two years to plan, and find what we want to see, and limiting the running around.

  • @thaisguedes4067
    @thaisguedes4067 3 года назад

    Great video. Thanks for sharing all this information!!! Took note of everything!

  • @williamthurston7052
    @williamthurston7052 2 года назад

    Camping in the National Forest in W. Yellowstone in May, it snowed over one foot. Headed to Mammoth Shot Springs in early morning 2 rangers were stopping traffic and turning cars around. As the ranger approached my vehicle he glance at my license plate and inquired, "Are you really from Vermont and does it snow much there?" I replied, "Yes. And generally there is snow on the ground Nov 1st and if we are lucky it is gone from the backyard by the 15th of April." He stepped back and checked my tires and inquired, "So you are familiar with driving in the snow?" I relied I was and he said, "I trust you, the high passes have slush on the roadway, please be careful, and proceed with caution." I did not see another person for over 3 hours. This was the most amazing experience of Yellowstone. Alone and not rushed. Thank you Park Rangers.

  • @sambuchanan8179
    @sambuchanan8179 3 года назад +2

    Love your show I have been there once almost ran into a Bull, Cow, and Calf dumb enough to walk in a marsh to take a picture of 2 Bull Moose. Got run off a wooden walk way, thank God I only blistered my feet

  • @janicevoss864
    @janicevoss864 3 года назад

    Hi guys - thanks for sharing! We are planning our trip and didn’t realize Yellowstone has its own app. Great information! Safe travels 😊🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @thewanderingpinto5979
    @thewanderingpinto5979 3 года назад +7

    We went September 2019. We drove the Beartooth Highway and entered through the northeast entrance,it was Amazing,check out our video! We spent 6 nights in Yellowstone. One at Mammoth 5 at Canyon campgrounds. I really liked Norris Gyser Basin. I did swim in Yellowstone at Firehole River. It was a blast! For the most part is was not to crowed. One of the biggest thrills of our trip was meeting Sean and Kristy in Jackson. Sean was a bit preoccupied watching some Alabama football team play, but we thank them both for taking the time to visit with us. Hope to cross paths with them again!

  • @smittyd1328
    @smittyd1328 3 года назад +1

    Made our trip in 1988 and stayed for 10 days. Seeing Yellowstone is like seeing the Smithsonian's. We would take relatives to DC and they would tell us they want to see them all in a day. Well you just can't, you may see Dorothy's shoes, the Hope diamond and a moon rock, but you cannot see even all of one museum in one day. Thank you for your entertaining videos.

  • @daveroe8612
    @daveroe8612 3 года назад +1

    As always you guys are the best!

  • @jameshodgins1937
    @jameshodgins1937 3 года назад

    We go for 2 weeks at a time and it's not enough. Yellowstone is one of the greatest places on earth!