Fall & Winter Parks
TOP 10 THINGS TO DO
Yellowstone: From the Bear Biologist
Where to Stay
Old Faithful Inn
If you are staying in Yellowstone National Park, there are a lot of really great options. My personal favorite is the Old Faithful Inn. This historic structure was built in the early days of the park and is walking distance from a lot of the best geothermal hot spots!
Where to hike
Mr. Bubbles
There are tons of great hikes in the park, but one of the best if you have the time is the hike to Mr. Bubbles. At the end of this hike you'll be able to sit in geothermal pools underneath a beautiful waterfall. Doesn't get much better than that!
Must-See Landmark
Old Faithful Geyser
If you can brave the crowds, you really should go see Old Faithful geyser. The geyser lives up to its name and about every hour and ten minutes it erupts hundreds of feet into the air.
Where to See Sunrise/Sunset
Gull Point Drive
For sunrise, I recommend Gull Point Drive on the shores of Yellowstone Lake. For Sunset, the lake is also probably your best option, but I would drive to MaryBay on the East side of the lake.
Quintessential Scenic Drive
Lamar Valley
It's pretty hard to beat the drive from Mammoth out to the Lamar Valley. It's also one of the drives in the park whereyou have the best chances of seeing black and grizzly bears, as well as wolves, coyotes, bison, elk and pronghorn.
Secret Spot
Fawn Lake
Fawn lake is a hike, but it has a very unique feel to it and some pretty great fishing. Worth the trip if you don't mind a bit of a walk. Make sure you give wildlife plenty of space when you are watching or photographing them! Keep Yellowstone as wild as possible!
Where to Refuel
Canyon Gift Shop Diner
Each of the developed areas in Yellowstone have restaurants, but my personal favorite is the retro themed diner within the Canyon gift shop. Great spot for a burger and milkshake.
Where To Enjoy A Cold One
Yellowstone Hotel Lounge
Check out the Lake Yellowstone Hotel lounge for a great spot to have a nightcap while admiring the beautiful scenery of Yellowstone lake.
Selfie Spot
Lookout Point
It may be a spot in Yellowstone where everyone takes a selfie, but there's a good reason that Lookout Point shows up in so many photos. It's a beautiful view of the massive lower Yellowstone falls, and shouldn't be missed.
Radical Activity
Kayaking
Try Kayaking the shore of Yellowstone Lake. It's a great way to see relatively untouched parts of the park and potentially some cool wildlife too. Just be careful because the lake can get windy very quickly and the huge waves can be really dangerous for kayakers.
Wes Larson
@grizkid
Location:
Yellowstone NP
Occupation:
Bear Biologist
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