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2017-18 TRAVEL PLANNER

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WEST YELLOWSTONE AREA INFORMATION YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK ACTIVITIES MAPS

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WELCOME

Welcome to the West Yellowstone Montana Travel Planner. Inside, you will discover the endless possibilities of exploring the area's breathtaking scenery and enjoying our small town hospitality. Visit our website - DestinationYellowstone.com to stay up to date on events, trip planning and conveniently search for lodging, dining and activities.

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Spring .................................... 13

On the Water ......................... 47

Summer ................................. 14

Fishing ................................... 48

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Fall......................................... 16

Day Trips ............................... 50

Winter .................................... 18

Camping ................................ 53

Trip Ideas............................... 22

Nordic Ski .............................. 57

Yellowstone National Park..... 24

Snowmobiling ........................ 59

Museum & Historic Sites ....... 30

Eat and Shop......................... 60

Wildlife ................................... 36

Local Essentials..................... 61

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MONTANA

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MONTANA GETTING HERE From Salt Lake City, Utah: Take I-15 north to Idaho Falls, Idaho (119 miles) At exit 119, take ramp RIGHT to US-20. From Idaho Falls, Idaho: Take US-20 north (approx. 110 miles) From Bozeman, Montana: Hwy 191 South (approx. 90 miles) From Jackson Hole, Wyoming and Grand Teton National Park: North on WY-22 (17.1 miles) over Teton Pass and into Idaho. Stay on SR-33 heading northwest (23.9 miles). Turn RIGHT (north) onto SR-32 (28.4 miles) towards Ashton. Remain on SR-32/SR-47 for one mile through the town of Ashton. Then turn RIGHT (north) onto US-20 (37 miles) to West Yellowstone (50 miles). NOTE: The west gate into Yellowstone National Park is open to regular auto travel in the summer months only, from mid-April through early November. Winter access is by commercially guided snowcoach or snowmobile only. West Yellowstone Airport (WYS): Located just one mile north of West Yellowstone. Open June-September. Served by SkyWest Airlines (Delta Connection). AVIS & Budget Car Rentals on site. Other area airports serving West Yellowstone year-round include Bozeman (90 miles N.) and Idaho Falls, ID (110 miles S.). 6 West We t Yell Wes YYellowstone elllowston el ows on o e Mont M Montana ontana t na Tr Trave Travel v l PPlanner lan anner n 20 ner 22017/18 17/18 17/ 18

WEATHER

Located at an elevation of 6,666 feet, mountain weather can be unpredictable. Summer average temperatures are in the 70s and 80s (F), lows in 40s & 50s (F). Winter temperatures can be among the coldest in the Lower 48, highs in the 20s & 30s (F) during the day to below zero at night. The ground is covered in snow. In fall and spring, crisp mornings are frequently followed by cool, brilliant days. WHAT TO WEAR: Layering clothes will help keep you comfortable all day. You should also have a water-resistant, windproof outer layer. Boots, hats and gloves are a must for winter.

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SPRING

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May brings bison calves and bison jams on the roadways. Bison begin calving in mid-April and by May you can start to see hundreds of bright reddish-brown calves among the bison

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herds. The bison gather in traditional “nursery” areas such as Fountain Flats just north of Old Faithful or in areas along rivers such as Lamar and Hayden Valleys. It is the best time for bear sightings as grizzly and black bears make their way down from higher elevations to the meadows and rivers. Where else but Yellowstone can you have a ring-side seat to witness the sheer strength of a bear tearing apart a rotten tree stump or carcass? And, then just a few miles later, watch as a sow gently noses her wayward cubs across a busy road with everyone stopped for the first “bear jam” of the season?

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Spring is a time of change and renewal in West Yellowstone. From mid-March to mid-April, the west entrance to Yellowstone opens to people-powered vehicles only. These “cycle-only” days allow bikers to see the first splashes of color as green sedges and bright yellow monkey-flowers emerge amidst dwindling snow banks. Bison trudge along the roads and elk feed along the rivers.

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SUMMER 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 single track and forest service roads. In addition to regal Yellowstone National Park right next door, with its famous geysers, wildlife and waterfalls, there’s adventure to be found just to the West. Hebgen Lake, with its miles and miles of shoreline offers camping, boating, canoeing and the best still water fishing in Montana. Or,

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take an afternoon and learn to kayak on this clear mountain lake surrounded by beautiful mountains. Just beyond is Earthquake Lake, formed the night of August 17, 1959 when a 7.5 quake rocked the Madison Valley and a mountain fell. With summer comes a choice of activities; weekly Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo, the Yellowstone Historic Museum Center, daily Yellowstone Ranger talks, and other programs just for kids like the Junior Smokejumper’s Program. Don’t miss a genuine small town 4th of July, where anyone can be in the parade, listen to live music, enjoy barbecues at the City Park, and end the day with an incredible fireworks display set against a backdrop of mountains.

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MUST SEE & DO HORSEBACK RIDING There is no better way to see the beautiful country around West Yellowstone, than by horseback. Summon your inner cowboy or cowgirl for a true western experience, on the back of your trusty steed. With rides available year round and from one hour to overnight pack trips, there are options for beginners who have never ridden before up to experienced riders. Explore a scenic mountain trail in the national forests, or ride into Yellowstone Park for the day or an overnight adventure. Families can also choose a short ride on a local ranch or corral rides for kids. /RFDO UDQFKHV DQG RXWިWWHUV RIIHU JXLGHG KRUVHEDFN ULGHV IRU DQ\ budget from May until early October (weather dependent). WESTERN COOKOUTS ([SHULHQFH WKH WUXH ٰީDYRU‫ ٱ‬RI WKH ROG ZHVW 6L]]OLQ PHDWV GXWFK oven cooking, and all of the sides of a western meal in the peaceful beauty of a Montana night! Arrive on horseback, hay wagon, or horse drawn carriage. Enjoy cowboy poetry, stories of the West and live music while you dine. WILD WEST YELLOWSTONE RODEO +ROG RQ WR \RXU KDW DV VRPH RI WKH DUHD V WRS FRZER\V DQG FRZJLUOV WDNH RQ VRPH RI WKH DUHD V WRXJKHVW VWRFN %DUHEDFN riding, team roping, saddle bronc riding, breakaway roping, barrel racing, bull riding and a special "calf scamble" for kids are just some of the events.

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Performances happen several night each week at the arena just west of town. YELLOWSTONE ROD RUN Street rod heaven! Thousands of car fans descend on West Yellowstone for this exciting weekend every August. Some come to see the cars, some come to show their cars.

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FALL

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CAROLYN FOX

Spawning runs of big brown and battling rainbow trout migrate from Hebgen Lake up the Madison, Gallatin, and Firehole Rivers. This makes West Yellowstone the prime fishing destination each fall, earning the title as one of the “Top 10 Trout Towns in America� by Forbes Magazine.

Even a rainy fall day is fun with a visit to the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center. Meet the three wolf packs or different resident grizzly bears, observe the raptors, talk to a /BUVSBMJTU BOE DIFDL PVU UIF i,FFQFS ,JET 1SPHSBN w /FYU door the movie, “Yellowstone,� plays daily at the Yellowstone Giant Screen Theater with a six story movie screen. Late fall features the annual West Yellowstone Old Faithful Cycle Tour. This roundtrip cycle ride circles through Yellowstone National Park from West Yellowstone to Old Faithful and back. With feed stations along the way and a snag wagon to grab a lift if you get tired, it is the perfect family cycling event. Or, join the Yellowstone Rendezvous Trail Race – a half-marathon that takes place entirely on forest service trails.

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Fall brings spectacular scenery and the annual elk mating season where huge bull elk battle for their harems with eerie echoing bugles across wide valleys. Cooler fall temperatures create spectacular photo opportunities at Old Faithful and other geysers in Yellowstone Park. It’s the best time of the year for mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, and photography in Yellowstone and the surrounding National Forests.

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WINTER With an average of 153” of snow every year and 184 days of sun, West Yellowstone has earned its place on the list of “11 Coolest Winter Places in America” (Budget Travel) and one of the “Top Ten Winter Towns” by National Geographic Traveler. It is continuously voted one of the top Snowmobile Destinations. Outside the park there are millions of acres of public lands for snowmobilers and cross-country skiers to explore. Explore over 400 hundred miles of groomed snowmobile trails by West Yellowstone and the State of Idaho in the surrounding National Forests. Over 50km of groomed Nordic ski trails start from town. The Rendezvous Ski Trail system offers a groomed ,. USBJM VTVBMMZ HSPPNFE EBJMZ BOE BWBJMBCMF GSPN November through April. The Boundary Ski Trail (pet-

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friendly) and Yellowstone Park’s Riverside Trail also start from West Yellowstone. If you’re fortunate enough to experience Yellowstone in the winter, you’re in for a rare treat. The snow covered landscape, frozen waterfalls and frosted trees when, contrasted with geysers and other geothermal features, create a surreal winterscape. If you’re lucky enough to venture into the backcountry, you will encounter a quiet calm that for some is a transcendental experience. West Yellowstone tour companies offer over the snow day-long tours into Yellowstone via snowmobile or snowcoach. Tours begin on December 15th and end on March 15th each winter, weather dependent. Snowmobile tours include all the equipment and clothing that you will need for a day in the park.

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/03%*$ 4,* With over 50km of groomed ski trails and hundred more throughout the National Forests, West Yellowstone is a Nordic skier's playground. Many Nordic events are hosted throughout the season as well including biathlons, Yellowstone Ski Festival each Thanksgiving and Rendezvous Race the first weekend of March. (skirunbikemt.com) ICE FISHING Ice fishing is more than just a way to fill the days between the closing of one open water fishing season and the opening of the next. It is a chance to breathe the cold, clean winter air; to spend quiet time outdoors with

family and friends, and to relax and collect one's thoughts. ,*%4h/h4/08 The popular, award winning ,JET / 4OPX QSPHSBN UBLFT QMBDF one weekend each month, DecemberMarch. The program offers kids and families a chance to try new winter activities, like snowshoeing and skiing, in a safe and fun environment. (www.kidsnsnow.org.) SNOWMOBILE Novice and serious sled-heads come to West Yellowstone to experience the unparrelled scenery and terrain each winter. They are able to go at their own pace, with or without a guide

over more than 400 miles of groomed trails. End the season with the annual Snowmobile EXPO, Powersports & Races featuring new and vintage sleds, exhibits, powersports and more. (snowmobileexpo.com.)

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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK BY MICHAEL FOX

The National Park Service celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2016 but it celebrated the 144th year since the founding of the world’s first national park. Yellowstone National Park was established under President Ulysses S. Grant’s administration in 1872 and operated under the US Department of the Interior for 44 years before the appearance of the first dedicated park ranger. By 1915 the system of national parks consisted of 9 parks with 3 more added the following year. Prior to creation of the National Park Service, each of these parks was individually managed under the broad administrative umbrella of the Department of Interior. Prior to the creation of the National Park Service a seasoned force of US Army troops enforced park rules in Yellowstone. Sent to the park in 1886 by General of the Army Philip Sheridan, the army assisted the Department of the Interior in preventing poaching and keeping the peace within the boundaries of the 2.2 million acre reserve. The units assigned to this duty were usually cavalry troopers who had experience with the challenging terrain and unpredictable weather of the northern Rocky Mountains. The Department of Interior, long the home of orphan 24 West Yellowstone Montana Travel Planner 2017/18

government programs, welcomed the army’s assistance as it had no law enforcement branch of its own. These were formative years for Yellowstone National Park and for the idea of what national parks should, and should not, become. Federal officials and visitors alike feared the commercialization of their parks and carefully monitored the Department of the Interior’s activities. The government was not, however, in any position to offer the sorts of amenities that visitors to the park desired and from its earliest days Yellowstone hosted independent business operators who provided services such as lodging, transportation and selling supplies to tourists. Operating under federal contracts or concessions these businesses are known as concessioners in national parks and as visitation grew so did the need for the visitor services that they provided. By the 1910s two railroads served Yellowstone National Park and the idea of allowing automobiles into the area was also being discussed. Again, officials and visitors grew concerned about the park’s operations, fearing that increased visitorship would overwhelm the capabilities DestinationYellowstone.com

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of the keepers of the nation’s parks. Eleven sites had been designated as national parks by 1911 and the broad diversity of the now growing system needed its own dedicated service. In September of that year Secretary of the Interior Walter L. Fisher convened the first Annual National Parks Conference in Yellowstone. The conference brought together superintendents of nation’s parks as well as representatives of other federal departments that oversaw national monuments, battlefields and forest reserves. The discussion quickly turned to jurisdiction and the multifaceted responsibilities that these various agencies exercised within the parks. Additionally, the US Army had by this time grown weary of its job as the park’s police force and supported the idea of the Department of the Interior taking these duties over. The idea of a singular division within the Department of the Interior to oversee national park operations was born at this meeting and another held in 1912. By 1915 DestinationYellowstone.com

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parks. In 1929, Albright left Yellowstone to take over Steven Mather’s job as National Park Service Director. By the mid 1920s the agency had adopted its own uniform. Based ¼|b -+ ϱ Ê®´ Á n ± n ¼|b δV ¼|b Á¼o¼ O ´ ´¼bY n 8 campaign hat, woolen military blouse and jodhpurs, riding boots and a Sam Browne belt. Park rangers wore their own agency’s badges and divisional insignia as well. Uniforms became a topic of interest in Yellowstone as women began to join the ranks of the park rangers. Albright hired Isabel Bassett in 1920, followed by Marguerite Lindsley and Frieda Nelson in 1925. The National Park Service evolved into the primary interpretive entity in parks like Yellowstone during the 1920s. Rangers did more than just enforce the rules, they led tours of the geological features and taught visitors about the plants and animals that lived in the park. Education and interpretation remain primary responsibilities of the National Park Service and the 1930s saw ¼|b ± ´ t ±¼8 Ob n ´O b ¼ oO ±b´b8±O| ¼|b 8± ´ 8´ Èb ¡ The 1930s and early 1940s were a time of declining visitorship in America’s national parks. The national economic depression and the war that followed it prevented tourists from reaching areas like Yellowstone and shortages and rationing of everything from t8´ b ¼ F8 t q Á± Y ´O Á±8tbY ¼|b nÁ±¼|b±¡ ,|b b Y n World War II, however, marked a great renaissance for tourism 8¼ È Yb¡ Á´¼ 8´ ¼|b Y Át|F Ê´ n 33 |8Y q O bY ¼ ¼|b ± national parks, returning WWII veterans took advantage of a post-war economic boom and took to the highways. Yellowstone tourism surged. The parks themselves, however, were not ready for the onslaught and visitors encountered crumbling roads, poor accommodations and the evidence of more than a decade n bt bO¼ 8´ ¼|b 8¼ |8Y O Ob ¼±8¼bY ¼´ bnn ±¼´ ot|¼ t the depression and the war. The National Park Service recognized their visitors’ needs and inaugurated a ten-year, system-wide program to update and upgrade park facilities in 1956. Known as Mission 66, the program built new hotels, repaired aging 26 West Yellowstone Montana Travel Planner 2017/18

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infrastructure and brought Yellowstone into the modern age of tourism. Space-age architecture was included in Yellowstone’s new Canyon Village while elderly structures like the Canyon Hotel were removed. As Mission 66 concluded in 1966, the National Park Service again sought new directions as the protectors and promoters of the nation’s parks. Conservation was a new concept for many Americans who were again concerned about the commercialization of the nation’s recreational areas and the 8tb OÊ ÇbY n ±È8±Y È ¼| 8 ´ ¼ ± nb´´ 8 Íb ¼´ ´O b ¼ oO efforts. Demonstrating its commitment to conserving natural places while inviting the public to enjoy them, the park service continues to balance these often-competing missions. The t±b8¼ 5b È´¼ b o±b´ n gg Y ±bO¼bY 8¼ 8 8¼¼b ¼ ¼ the Service’s conservation strategies and though initially seen 8´ O8¼8´¼± | OV o±b ´ È ±bO t ÍbY 8´ 8 8¼Á±8 8±¼ n 8± resource management. Today the National Park service continues to welcome visitors from every nation on Earth to Yellowstone. Record-breaking visitation numbers are almost routine as more than 3 million people pass through the park every year. Still, the National Park Service retains vestiges of its early days in the park. From the WWI era campaign hats to the rangers’ knowledge of geology, plants and animals, the National Park Service can be proud of the 100 years professional management that they continue to bring to the public in Yellowstone. DestinationYellowstone.com

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YELLOWSTONE PARK OPEN/CLOSE DATES 2017-2018 Open And Closure Dates Are Established By The National Park Service And Are Subject To Change. Call The Park Service At (307) 344-2107.

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RECREATIONAL MAPS ON THE GO West Yellowstone is the gateway to hundreds of miles of trails and Forest Service Lands. We've now made it easier and safer to recreate in the area by making our trail maps available to download right to your smartphone or tablet through two differnt apps. The maps are georeferenced and once downloaded, can be used without cell SFDFQUJPO ɨFZ FWFO XPSL JO BJSQMBOF NPEF NATIONAL FOREST SERVICE MAPS: Get the Avenza app directly in your iOS or Android App Store, then search for and purchase or download free maps of your choice. ."14 "7"*-"#-& t .PUPS 7FIJDMF 6TF .BQT t 8FTU :FMMPXTUPOF 4OPXNPCJMF 5SBJM .BQ t 8FTU :FMMPXTUPOF "MM 4FBTPO 5SBJM .BQ (Chamber) (Ski/Snowshoe/Hike/Bike) t $PNJOH JO 657 5SBJM .BQ */4536$5*0/4 1. Go to Google Play Store or Apple App Store. 2. Search “PDF Mapsâ€?, by Avenza Systems, Inc. 3. Download the FREE app. 4. To search maps, click on the shopping cart icon 5. Click on “Find Mapsâ€?. 6. To find the correct Motor Vehicle Use Map, or Over-Snow .BQ TFBSDI CZ OBNF

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YELLOWSTONE HISTORIC CENTER Since establishment as the world's first National Park in 1872, curious travelers have ventured from every corner of the world to experience the place called "Wonderland." The Yellowstone Historic Center Museum, located in the Union Pacific Depot in West Yellowstone’s Historic District, aims to share the unique story of travel to and through Yellowstone National Park. The museum features exhibits on travel during the stagecoach era, the railroad heyday, the advent of the automobile, and beyond. The museum showcases a number of historically preserved and refurbished vehicles including stagecoaches and freight wagons. A must-see is the Mount Washburn Special, one of only three coaches built specifically for the trip to the top of Mount Washburn and back. The Historic Center Museum also has exhibits on the heritage of the West Yellowstone area. Learn about the early residents of West Yellowstone as well as the Union Pacific staff who spent their summers in town. Experience the grandeur of railroad architecture in the early 1900s by taking a self-guided tour of the Oregon Short Line Historic District, the largest intact assemblage of historic railroad buildings in the United States. *O UIF :FMMPXTUPOF )JTUPSJD $FOUFS XJMM VOWFJM i)P 'PS :FMMPXTUPOF ɨF 1SPHSFTTJPO of Travel To and Through America’s First National Park.â€? The exhibit will detail each era of transportation and highlight the experiences of travelers. From entering the park on horseback to driving a Ford Model “Tâ€? through the gates, the exhibit will share the history of how visitors traveled to and toured Yellowstone National Park. As 2017 marks the 100th anniversary of White Motor Coach touring cars operating in Yellowstone National Park, “Yellow Busesâ€? will be celebrated in the exhibit finale. In addition, Yellowstone Historic Center Museum will feature the expanded fly fishing FYIJCJU i" %BZ PO UIF 3JWFS 8FTU :FMMPXTUPOF 'MZ 'JTIJOH w ɨF FYIJCJU XJMM TQPUMJHIU MPDBM experts and share how deeply rooted fly fishing is in the small town of West Yellowstone. For more information about the Yellowstone Historic Center, including admission prices and hours of operation, please visit www.yellowstonehistoriccenter.org or call 406.646.1100.

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SELF-GUIDED HISTORIC WALKING TOUR Relive early West Yellowstone by following the self-guided Historic Walking Tour. The tour leads visitors on a trip through the past from the 1909 Depot, Forest Service Cabins from the 1920s, to the magnificent Union Pacific Dining Lodge. In addition to the self-guided brochure, the tour uses interpretive signs posted along the “trail� throughout town that give visitors a glimpse of bygone days and the development of this unique gateway to Yellowstone National Park. Don’t miss the fully restored executive train car housed inside the Holiday Inn. Follow the Painted Bear Paw Trail to view informational plaques at each of the 21 historic locations. Follow the fire icons on the map to see how fires have transformed our town from its beginning to the present day. Follow the buffalo icons on the map to view several of the remaining Buffalo Roam painted buffaloes. Pick up your map at the Chamber of Commerce or at one of the 21 site MPDBUJPOT PS WJTJU IUUQ XZFE PSH UPVS IUN UP EPXOMPBE UIF EJHJUBM HVJEF

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carcasses, road kills, and carcasses more recently killed by wolves and cougars. Some of the best grizzly sightings have been along the Lamar Valley road and across the Yellowstone River throughout the Hayden Valley. While the bison rut can begin as early as mid-July, the real show is in August in Hayden Valley where thousands of bison gather for the annual mating. Bulls communicate and dominate by a series of sounds that range from snorts and grunts to all-out bellows.

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WATCHABLE WILDLIFE In springtime, Yellowstone’s ‘babes’ are out in force, offering incredible photo opportunities. Small groups of bison are on the move along roadways and rivers back into Yellowstone from their nursery areas.

Visiting Yellowstone Park in the fall has been one of the best kept travel secrets for seasoned park travelers. This is the time of year when the sounds of the rivers and thump of the thermals replaces the summer sound of summer’s stream of passing cars. Now, is the time to see the unusual – a favorite bird sitting on a still pond, a young moose meandering along a stream, or a group of playful otters jumping on and off a log on the banks of the Yellowstone River. Every turn brings a photo waiting to be taken. Snow-capped peaks expose their true heights, while snowdrifts outline crags and crannies harder to spot in other seasons. A coating of frost lines riverbanks, while blocks of ice (formerly white foam) bob down the rivers. Thermals are more noticeable as the colder

Check the large areas along the Lower Geyser Basin area. Along Fountain Flat Drive, you can see hundreds of bison cows and calves. Early evening is a great time to sit and watch as the calves shake off their late afternoon naps and almost frantically begin to run and jump. They resemble large, playful, bright red dogs as they run, butt heads, and play in meadows. Elk can still be found along the rivers and in wet meadows. Pregnant cows should be dropping calves soon, if not already. Watch along the edges of the pines in early evening for any new calves. This is the best time of year to spot bears feeding in the lower altitudes in Yellowstone before they head back to upper elevations and cooler forested areas for the summer months. During the spring, grizzlies will scavenge for winter-killed elk and bison

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BIRDING Over 311 species of birds have been documented in Yellowstone since it was first established in 1872. Arm yourself with binoculars, a Yellowstone Bird Field Checklist, a camera with a good zoom, and a good illustrated guide, and you are ready to go birding. Perhaps the most famous bird nest in the Park is located six miles east of the West Entrance on the south side of the road in a large dead fir. Look for the large snag supporting a big stick nest near the top approximately 100 yards from the road. Locals claimed that there have been eagles nesting here for well over 50 years. Yellowstone is home to the largest population of trumpeter swans in the Lower 48 states. There are basically two trumpeter swan flocks in Yellowstone, a resident year-round population

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Fishing Bridge, stop where you can to scan for Common Loon, American White Pelican, Double-crested Cormorant, Trumpeter Swan, Barrow’s Goldeneye, California Gull, and other water birds, as well as Osprey and Bald Eagle. Along the Yellowstone River, watch for the White-throated Swift flying through canyons or the American Dipper among the rocks in the rapids areas. This area is also home to the rare Harlequin Duck. At Mammoth, watch for the Black-billed Magpie, Mountain Bluebird and Townsend's Solitaire. American Dippers should be active along the rushing stream, and with luck you may see a Lazuli Bunting above on the rugged cliffs of McMinn Bench. If you are lucky enough to make it to Beartooth Pass (on the Beartooth Scenic Highway), watch for Peregrine Falcons and Golden Eagles, as well as migrant summer visitors, American Pipits and Black Rosy-finches.

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The area west of Yellowstone also has great birding and wildlife viewings, especially in the spring and fall. Look at the West of Yellowstone map on page 12 for ideas.

Seven miles in from the West Entrance is an area called ‘Seven Mile Bridge.’ Nesting trumpeter swans, soras, herons, and common snipe can all be seen from the turnouts there. Hayden Valley is another location for heron sightings. Migratory birds can be seen including savannah sparrows, ruby-crowned kinglets, yellow-rumped warblers, and mountain bluebirds. Ravens are also fun to watch just for their mischievous antics. Near Fishing Bridge, look for White Pelican and both Barrow's and Common Goldeneye, as well as Bald Eagles and Osprey. Watch for Sandhill Cranes in the Fountain Flats area. Some of the park’s best birding can be found by driving from West Thumb, on Yellowstone Lake, east and north to Tower and west to Mammoth Hot Springs. As you skirt Yellowstone Lake to -,0 3($&2 <13 )/,&.5 DestinationYellowstone.com D De esti esti ssttiinat naation ioo YYel e low el lowsto tonne to ne. e com m

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ARTICLE & PHOTOS BY CAROLYN L. FOX Photography isn’t just snapping pictures of beautiful scenes, loved ones or animals. It’s preserving memories of things you treasure. Through photography you can bring a person from their spot in the world to yours. You can show them things they’ll never see and open worlds to them that they’ll never experience. They can stand with you among the geological wonders of Yellowstone or watch as a grizzly bear nurses her cubs. That’s how powerful a photograph can be if the subject is captured correctly. Photographs are created by making choices and making the right choices depends on the knowledge of the photographer. A photographer friend of mine says that you don’t “take� a picture; you “make� a picture. He’s absolutely correct, because YOU decide on the subject, the lighting, what’s to be included in the picture, the time of day, etc. and that’s what “makes� a picture. Great photographs are not necessarily the result of having the best equipment in the world. It’s how you use what you have. Anyone can “make� an incredible photograph by following some basic principles. One thing that is absolutely crucial is knowing how to use your camera correctly, whether it’s an iPhone or an expensive camera. The time to figure that out is before you get to your destination, not when you’re trying to get that once in a lifetime photograph. Read your manual, take some practice shots and always check your camera settings before taking a picture. Make sure you’re using the correct shutter speed, aperture, ISO or Mode. 38 West Yellowstone Montana Travel Planner 2017/18

Decide on your subject. What do your want your viewer to see? What’s your story? Every picture should tell a story. You’ll have a more interesting picture if you compose in thirds, placing your subject to the side of the frame and leaving some space in front of your subject, especially if the subject is a person or an animal. Placing the subject in the center normally creates a more static picture and that’s not what you want. Lines that lead towards your subject will help the viewer see what you want them to see and feel what you felt when you created the picture. Try to take pictures in the early morning or in the evening when the light is nice instead of in the middle of the day when the sun is bright and the shadows harsh. Don’t put the camera away when it’s foggy. Those days are great for environmental and surreal pictures. Make sure your shutter speed is fast enough and that you have enough light. Hold your camera steady and use a tripod if possible. Raise your ISO if needed. A little noise is better than a blurry QJDUVSF $BQUVSF NPNFOUT

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Decide on a center of attention Capture moments Compose in thirds Avoid camera shake Check camera settings before taking a picture Check the light source Choose the appropriate aperture, shutter speed and ISO 8. Create a sense of depth 9. Use a simple background 10. Practice, practice, practice

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JAN Free Ski & Try Biathlon Day SPAM Cup #1 - Ski SPAM Cup #2 Classic Ski 1k, 5k, 15k

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Ski Biathlon #2 Pursuit

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OCT Old Faithful Cycle Tour October Fest Annual Stew & Brew

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HIKING & BIKING The Gallatin National Forest and Madison Range around West Yellowstone is a hiker’s dream, offering an abundance of hiking and backpacking options on millions of acres of public land. Miles of trails wind past aspen and pine, tranquil meadows and impressive peaks. A highly popular cross country ski trail system in the winter, the Rendezvous Trail System is open to hikers and bikers in the summer. Another trail, used year-round is the Boundary Trail, which is accessed on the north-east end of town and follows along the Park Line. These trails are also dog-friendly during the summer months. A local hiking favorite is the Coffin Lakes trail ending at a pair of high mountain lakes. Nearby Lee Metcalf Wilderness includes the Monument Mountain Unit which borders Yellowstone and is home to spectacular scenery and wildlife. Yellowstone has over 1,100 miles of hiking trails fitting every type, difficulty and length of trail imaginable. The Riverside Trail leaves right from West Yellowstone and follows a mellow trail along the river right into Yellowstone. TOP HIKES IN YELLOWSTONE: One of the best places for a day hike or backpacking adventure, according to the staff at Outdoorplace.com is Canyon Country – less traveled, good trails, where you can see four key Yellowstone features in four miles including the Grand

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Canyon of Yellowstone, thermal mud pots, vents, and lakes, old growth forest, and open meadow. The hike starts at Uncle Tom’s Trailhead and takes you past the rim of canyon, Artist’s Point, and several lakes. These hikes are only a sampling of what West Yellowstone and the Yellowstone Park area have to offer. For more options and information about these and other hikes, visit DestinationYellowstone.com This is bear and wolf country and hikers should be informed and prepared. More information and detailed maps of the area available from the Hebgen Lake District office or the Yellowstone Park desk at the Visitor Center. A free all-seasons area trail map is available from the Visitor Center or online at DestinationYellowstone.com. CYCLING INTO YELLOWSTONE PARK Shortly after Yellowstone Park closes to oversnow traffic (March 15th) to the third week in April, some of the roads open for “Cycle-Only Days." Only bikes (no public vehicles) are allowed on roads and there is no admission fee when riding from the West Yellowstone entrance to Mammoth as conditions allow. There are no services available and riders must pack in/pack out all supplies. Please ride single file, carry bear spray, and give a wide berth or turn around when encountering wildlife.

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Even after Yellowstone’s roads open to motorized traffic, the cycling in the Park is good. Most of the roads in Yellowstone have a wide enough shoulder to provide safe riding although it is also true that some sections of road have no shoulder. Be aware of motorized vehicles, as visitors can stop unexpectedly for wildlife! The supported "West Yellowstone Old Faithful Cycle Tour" is a terrific way to experience Yellowstone National Park in the fall. See events for more information. MOUNTAIN CYCLING AROUND WEST YELLOWSTONE The Rendezvous Ski Trails provide West Yellowstone’s most popular and easy to access mountain biking. The trailhead is located at the south end of Geyser Street. From here you can access a variety of rolling single tracks that wind through the middle of the ski trails. The trails are great for visitors that haven’t had time to get used to the thin air at 6,600 feet. There are cutoffs throughout the trails system allowing riders to choose short, medium or long distance rides. The Riverside Trail is accessible from the eastern edge of West Yellowstone at the corner of Boundary Street and Madison Avenue. The trail is a little more than a mile each way and is relatively flat. It is a great spot to take younger kids or head to the picnic tables next to the Madison River for a unique lunch spot. There are a limited number of bike trails in Yellowstone National Park. Most are reclaimed roads and more information can be found on the park's website.

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For the more ambitious, there are plenty of longer, challenging rides waiting for you outside of town. Tepee Creek to Red Canyon, Coffin Lake, Lion’s Head and Mile Creek are all rides located on US Forest Service land. The Bozeman-Big Sky-West Yellowstone map from Beartooth Publishing highlights a variety of rides and terrain in the area. West Yellowstone is also very close to stretches of the Continental Divide Trail. Although located in Idaho, you will find the Targhee Creek Trail and the Sawtelle Trail easily accessible from West Yellowstone. The TransAmerica Trail, which goes right through West Yellowstone, is consistently used throughout the summer months. The start of our mountain biking season depends largely on how heavy our winter snow pack is come springtime. At lower elevations, it is often June before roads and trails dry out enough to make cycling possible. At higher elevations, we sometimes have to wait until July before we can access the trails. ROAD CYCLING AROUND WEST YELLOWSTONE Outside the Park, a 64-mile loop called “the block” is a popular ride. For those looking for a shorter ride, Highway 287 is a good bet. It’s probably the most scenic and safest section of “the block”. You can park your car at the intersection of Highway 191 and 287 and head out from there. The shoulder is wide enough and there are several scenic pullouts as you travel along the north shore of Hebgen Lake. For maps and rental information stop by the Visitor Center at 30 Yellowstone Avenue or visit DestinationYellowstone.com

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ON THE WATER Among the most perfect ways to start a West Yellowstone vacation day may be kayaking or canoeing out in the early morning light with the mist still rising from the waters of Hebgen or Quake Lake. An afternoon of exploring brings an awesome awareness of the dynamic forces that formed the Madison River Canyon. On a hot day, can anything bring more family fun and challenge than a kayak flotilla water fight? And yet there’s more. What about kayaking the lakes within Yellowstone? Full and multiple-day adventures are available, including those tailored for families with children. Whether inclination runs to solitude or multitude, a kayak adventure underscores magical memories of a Yellowstone vacation. Cool off on a warm summer day with a float tube trip. Floating the warm water of the Madison River under the blue skies of Montana is a fantastic way to relax and relieve stress. This is a great way to unwind and spend time with family and friends.

you on a scenic float through the canyon, or a fast-paced trip through the whitewater. It will be a journey your family won’t soon forget! Hebgen Lake is Montana’s premiere still water fishing lake with rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout averaging 15-20". Ice moves off in April, and by July the water warms for swimming. July-September is the best time for water sports. Hebgen accommodates both large and small boats, personal watercraft, kayaks, canoes, paddleboats and sailboats. Watch the shores for wildlife sightings including otters, beavers, foxes, wolves, deer, moose, elk, bear, bighorn sheep, and mountain goats. Ospreys, bald and golden eagles, hawks, herons, pelicans, swans and many varieties of waterfowl make this a great birding location.

Paddle boarding is also becoming a favorite activity on the waters surrounding West Yellowstone. The quiet bays of Hebgen Lake, north of town, provide the perfect place to practice your technique. And the views of the surrounding mountains can’t be beat.

At six miles long, 180+ feet deep, with submerged trees, Quake Lake offers great fishing for brown and goodsized rainbow trout. A boat ramp offer access for small motorboats, canoes or kayaks. Kayak rentals, tours and lessons are available. Marinas sell gas and supplies; motorboat, canoe, and kayak rentals.

For the more adventuresome, try a raft trip on the rivers just outside of West Yellowstone. Local companies are ready to take

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FISHING West Yellowstone earned the title of America’s “Top Ten Fishing Towns” (Forbes Magazine) for unparalleled year-round fishing. Top blue-ribbon trout streams surround West Yellowstone: the Madison, Gallatin, Yellowstone and the Henrys Fork of the Snake. The upper Madison, the Firehole, and the Gibbon Rivers are just minutes away in Yellowstone. Unbeatable float and deepwater fishing abound on Hebgen Lake and Earthquake Lake, Henrys Lake and Island Park Reservoir. Hebgen Lake, located just nine miles northwest of town, is approximately fifteen miles long and four miles wide. Hebgen Lake is known as one of Montana’s premier stillwater and dry fly fishing fisheries. Several marinas offer docks, as well as convenient boating (including rentals) and fishing supplies. Fishing Hebgen Lake turns into an addiction in August as big rising browns and rainbows (“Gulpers”) in the 2-4lb range consistently hit the surface of the lake chasing the Callibaetis hatch. Many of the fly fishing shops in West Yellowstone offer a package for beginners, complete with equipment and instruction including ‘walk trips’. Beginning and novice fly fishers can quickly learn the fundamentals of fly casting, knot tying, fly selection, line control, reading water and safe wading. Take a day and enjoy the waters of Montana with an experienced guide and make it a trip to remember. Be careful as you may become hooked for life. Float trips are a fun and exciting way to experience the water near West Yellowstone. Float trips allow fisherman to fish more miles of water in a day than you would be able to do on foot. The 48 West Yellowstone Montana Travel Planner 2017/18

spectacular views of the surrounding area and wildlife, are truly a memorable experience for novice or advanced anglers alike. Most local shops offer a wide variety of fishing experiences including full day trips to half day trips, and even some evening guided trips. Most waters in Yellowstone Park are open for fishing from late May to early November, between the hours of 5am and 10pm. A valid Yellowstone National Park fishing license is required for all anglers over 12 years of age. Licenses are available at local fly shops or Yellowstone Park Visitor Centers or ranger stations. Make sure to obtain a regulations book as it contains specific information about restrictions, as well as maps and locations. Regulations are often complex concerning fishing seasons, temporary and/or permanent area closures, tackle restrictions, and species specific number and size limits. The Madison River, both inside and outside Yellowstone Park, is at its prime, along with the Gibbon and Firehole rivers inside the park. You can often find some solitary fishing and match the hatch fishing. Depending on weather conditions you may see Pale Morning Duns, Blue-Winged Olives, or two species of caddis. Fishing isn’t only a summer excursion. Fly fisherman can be seen wading waste deep in the icy waters of the Gallatin and Madison Rivers, and ice fishing is quickly becoming a popular winter experience. Hebgen Lake is becoming an ice fishing destination during the winter months, producing some fine sized rainbow and brown trout. DestinationYellowstone.com

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MADISON RIVER CANYON EARTHQUAKE AREA Leave West Yellowstone on US 20 over the Targhee Pass into Idaho and make a right turn onto Idaho 87. At the next junction you will turn right again onto US 287. The driving adventure begins as you pass through the Madison River Canyon which, in 1959, was struck by one of the largest earthquakes ever recorded on the North American continent. Measuring 7.9 on the Richter scale, the earthquake caused an enormous landslide and sent 80 million tons of rock tumbling into the canyon, obstructing the flow of the Madison River. Today the Madison River Canyon Earthquake Area is of great scientific and general interest. Points of interest include the Visitors Center, Memorial Boulder, Ghost Village and Refuge Point. VIRGINIA AND NEVADA CITIES Virginia City was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1961 and listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. The area holds claim to the largest collection of Gold Rush era buildings in the West. Currently 50 standing structures date back to the height of the Gold Rush when nearly 20,000 hardy souls called it home. At its peak, Nevada City boasted dozens of stores and cabins. In 1872, the town had a miner’s store, a brewery, a butcher, a blacksmith, a livery stable and a Masonic hall. But by 1876, boom turned to bust, and Nevada City became a Ghost Town and currently is the site of many of Montana’s relocated historic buildings. During peak season, take a ride on the Alder Gulch Shortline Railroad that runs between Virginia City and Nevada City. 50 West Yellowstone Montana Travel Planner 2017/18

LEWIS & CLARK CAVERNS & THREE FORKS Though Lewis & Clark never saw the caverns, they were discovered in 1892, and are Montana's first and best-known state park. The Caverns showcase one of the most highly decorated limestone caverns in the Northwest. Naturally air conditioned, these spectacular caves, lined with stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and helicitites, date back through time. See the geologic development, the history of early exploration and gain an insight into the delicate ecology of this world without light. Plan to spend a minimum of two hours to hike two miles on a guided tour through the caverns Visit the Missouri Headwaters State Park where Lewis and Clark had followed the Missouri River hoping to find a route to the Pacific Ocean. Today you can walk in their footsteps and see the convergence of the Jefferson, Gallatin, and Madison Rivers. The area abounds with interpretive displays highlighting the Native American tribes that roamed the area. Then on to Three Forks, and a stop to visit the Headwaters Heritage Museum down town Three Forks. You will want to include a visit to the Madison Buffalo Jump, approximately 6.5 miles south. BIG SPRINGS & JOHNNY SACK CABIN Big Springs is the head waters of the Henry’s Fork of the Snake River. 120 million gallons of water flow from this spring every day making it one of the largest springs in the country. Big Springs is also spawning grounds for rainbow trout. You can feed the fish while you’re there but fishing is not allowed DestinationYellowstone.com

in this protected area. The enormous rainbow trout can be viewed from both sides of the bridge. Be sure to bring some bread to feed the fish, mallard ducks and the resident muskrat. Watch down stream as it is common to see a moose feeding in the water. Then take a short easy walk on the interpretive trail board walk that leads downstream along the Big Springs National Water Trail. On the Historic Register, the Johnny Sack Cabin can be reached via a short, paved walking path starting in the campground at Big Springs. The cabin's unique location, construction, and furnishings provide for an interesting visit. The cabin was started in 1932 and completed three years later. Here you can learn about Johnny Sack, a German cabinet maker and the uniqueness of his craftsmanship. Be careful going in! If you’re tall that is. Johnny Sack was only 4 feet 11 inches tall. While most of the house has typical ceilings, his work area in the basement reflects his small stature. MESA FALLS SCENIC BYWAY To reach Mesa Falls Scenic Byway take US 20 from West Yellowstone into Idaho approximately 34 miles. Watch for the Scenic Byway Idaho 47, where it turns left. This Scenic Byway includes the Upper and Lower Mesa Falls. You will arrive at the Upper Falls first where a boardwalk leads from the Historic Big Falls Inn, now the visitor center and gift shop, right to the brink of the Upper Mesa Falls. You will then travel another mile down to the Grandview overlook of Lower Mesa Falls. At 114 feet high for the Upper Mesa Falls and 65 feet high for the Lower

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Mesa falls they offer equally spectacular views in a beautiful forest setting. CAVE FALLS / BECHLER AREA Cave Falls & Bechler Area is the Hidden Part of Yellowstone that is actually in Idaho. The Bechler region is the “wettest part of Yellowstone. It is dubbed “Cascade Corner” because of the many water falls. Here you can easily see Cave Falls and if you’re up to it take a 3 mile round trip hike to Bechler Falls or a 3.2 mile hike to Terrace Falls. Be sure to check in at the Bechler Ranger Station to pick up a map and trailhead information. Travel back to West Yellowstone on Idaho 47 or from Ashton on US 20. This trip is best taken after July 1st because part of the route travels on a gravel road that is minimally maintained. TETON SCENIC BYWAY Make a day to visit Grand Teton National Park - a geological “gold mine” of adventure. Take the Mesa Falls Scenic Byway trip to Ashton and on Idaho 32, along the western side of the Teton Range. The mountains sharply contrast with rolling fields of wheat and canola in these agricultural communities as this trip through the backcountry of Idaho takes you to the Teton Scenic By-way. If you have time, travel on Idaho 31 through the beautiful Pine Creek pass to Swan Valley or just continue on Idaho 33. You will then be driving the incredible Teton Pass and drop down into the Jackson Valley with Jackson Hole, Wyoming and on to Grand Teton National Park. The distance from the south entrance of Yellowstone National Park to the south boundary of Grand Teton National Park is 56 miles; approximate driving time with stops is 1-1/2 hours.

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CAMPING AND RVING Visitors to West Yellowstone and Yellowstone Park that want to camp have a wide choice of options from basic backcountry sites to developed national forest campsites to full amenities at private campgrounds.

provide merely the basics of electricity and fresh water at the site. Others prefer full-service options with electricity, water and sewer hookups for each RV. Electronically dependent travelers appreciate the Wi-Fi service provided at many campgrounds.

Public campgrounds outside of West Yellowstone are open from May 15 to September 15 with the exception of Beaver Creek Campground, which is open from June 10 to September 10.

No matter whether you’re a family looking for an action-packed trip, a couple seeking relaxation and pampering or somewhere in between, there’s an RV site waiting for you.

RV campgrounds can be as small as a few dozen sites to booming resorts with hundreds of sites, catering to RVs of every type and size. Some RVers prefer the simple solitude of campgrounds that

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NORDIC SKI What could be better than escaping the confines of office or home to spend a day colored by wintery landscapes and brilliant blue skies? The western corridor of Yellowstone Park and adjoining national forests offer some of the best cross country skiing in Yellowstone Country. The Rendezvous Ski Trails in West Yellowstone, the Riverside Trail leaving from West Yellowstone, and 40 miles of ski trails in the Old Faithful area offer great trails and scenery for skiers of all abilities. The Boundary Trail, which follows the western edge of Yellowstone, is ‘dog-friendly.’ There are also daily snowcoach tours leaving from West

Yellowstone that offer cross-country skier drop-offs and pickups as part of the tour. These tours offer the best of both worlds combining an interpretive tour with skiing in the heart of Yellowstone, all in one day! For more information, visit www.DestinationYellowstone.com. The Nordic ski season around West Yellowstone can last into the late spring, depending on snow conditions. Many locals like to go North of town to ski on Hebgen Lake, nestled among the mountains, providing some of the most breath-taking views in the valley.

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Local businesses provide snowmobile and clothing rentals on a daily or multi-day basis. Snowmobile rentals range from two-up easy riding and trail models to high-powered sleds adapted for mountain and back country riding. Additional equipment, including avalanche beacons and shovels for back country riding can also be rented. National Forest guide service is also available for snowmobilers new to the area, and who want to learn more about the trail system or for back country riding. For more information about snowmobiling, trail reports and other winter adventures, visit DestinationYellowstone.com.

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One can enjoy the fine array of cuisine at one of the many restaurants in town spanning casual, family fare to fine dining, and even a 50s style diner. For a different pace, try one of the cafes, pancake houses, coffee houses or bistros. Enjoy our regional specialties like trout, elk and bison or traditional Western cuisine. Be sure to top it off with a Montana huckleberry treat! The rustic history of West Yellowstone can be seen throughout many of our dining facilities, including rustic lodges and even a historic train car!

After a day in Yellowstone, many people like to stroll the streets of West Yellowstone, perusing the shops which carry everything from souvenirs to jewelry, Montana-made pottery, home dĂŠcor, and the latest in outdoor gear. You can visit with one of the fishing experts and learn to tie flies at one of the fly fishing shops, or find that one-of-akind piece made by one of our local artists. Many of the establishments are locallyowned and family-run.

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Cowboy for a Day Selling lightly used, upscale, quality goods from the home.

Antiques-Kitchen & Dining-Sporting Goods-Clothing-Home Accents-Furniture-Artwork-Lighting and Much More!

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The majesty of nature inspired Charlie Russell to paint. So did the destructive power of men. Charles Marion Russell (1864-1926) painted with a passion for the land and wildlife he loved, as well as a heartfelt concern for a vanishing West. His works are a reflection of and commentary on his reverence for the natural world. And a breathtaking look at the West as it once was. Come be inspired by America’s Cowboy Artist at the C.M. Russell Museum. Charles M. Russell, The Elk, 1900, oil on canvas, 32½ x 45½”

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Yellowstone Bear World offers up-close wildlife encounters— and the chance to bottle-feed bear cubs Courtney Ferguson views Yellowstone Bear World as his family serving families. After all, his family has owned and operated the wildlife attraction since it opened in 1998. “We’re a drive-through wildlife park offering families encounters with majestic animals that can sometimes be hard to spot in Yellowstone, including bears, wolves, elk, moose, and bison,” Ferguson says, of the 120-acre wildlife park. “Folks can also bottlefeed bear cubs for a memory that will last a lifetime!” In addition to self-guided drive-through tours, Yellowstone Bear World offers guided tours in an open-air vehicle that offer birds-eye views of North American wildlife, a petting zoo, and an amusement park that includes train rides and a rollercoaster. And with all-day access, families can drive through time and again.

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“On the guided tours, we talk about the personalities and traits of each animal in the park, and, of course, the fascinating hibernation cycles of the bears,” Ferguson says. “It’s also a great photo opportunity because the animals come right up to our guided-tour vehicle where visitors can feed them.” “We opened the park because of my father’s experiences as a child,” Ferguson says. “His family would take trips to Yellowstone, and be fascinated by all the animals and the ‘bear jams” that would clog the road for hours. We wanted to recreate that childhood experience here.” Yellowstone Bear World is located near Rexburg, Idaho, along the southwestern edge of the Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone Bear World is open seven days a week from Memorial Day Weekend through mid-October. Weekend-only access begins April 16.

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L OCAL ESSENTIALS DIRECTORY 2017-18 SLEEP Hotels, Motels, Resorts, Ranches, Cabins, Vacation Rentals.................. 66-69 Campgrounds & RV Parks..................... 70

EAT .......................................................... 71-72 Restaurants, Lounges, Coffeehouses/ Bakeries, Catering, Deli/Boxed Lunches, Event/Group Catering, Chuckwagon Dinners

PLAY Activities & Attractions....................... 72-75

Dobson Entertainment Inc.

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SERVICES........................................ 75-76 UTILITIES .............................................. 76 TRAVEL ................................................. 77 LIFE IN WEST ....................................... 78

Please note: The West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce is not a regulatory agency and, therefore, has no authority to inspect businesses or require that they meet certain standards for inclusion in this directory. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these listings, but changes sometimes occur after publication.

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Kirkwood Resort & Marina 11505 Hebgen Lake Rd West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7200 | (877) 302-7200 kirkwoodresort.com

Blue Ribbon Flies 305 Canyon Street West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7642 | (406) 646-9365 blue-ribbon-flies.com

Madison Arm Resort Campground & Marina 5475 Madison Arm Rd West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-9328 madisonarmresort.com

Jacklin’s Fly Shop 105 Yellowstone Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7336 jacklinsflyshop.com

Yellowstone Holiday 16990 Hebgen Lake Rd West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-4242 | (877) 646-4242 yellowstoneholiday.com

DOG SLEDDING Spirit of the North Sled Dog Adventures Big Sky, MT 59716 West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 995-3424 | (406) 682-7994 huskypower.com

Montana Whitewater Inc. 603 Scott St Gardiner, MT 59030 (406) 763-4465 | (800) 799-4465 montanawhitewater.com The Flying Pig Adventure Company 511 Scott St Gardiner, MT 59030 (888) 792-9193 | (406) 848-7510 flyingpigrafting.com The Lone Mountain Ranch 750 Lone Mountain Rd Big Sky, MT 59716 (406) 995-4644 | (800) 514-4644 Imranch.com

Upper Canyon Outfitters Alder, MT 59710 (406) 842-5884 | (800) 735-3973 ucomontana.com

FOR FAMILIES & KIDS Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center 201 S Canyon St West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7001 | (800) 257-2570 grizzlydiscoveryctr.org Mountain View Mini Golf 155 Einos Loop West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-9344 Playmill Theatre 29 Madison Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7758 playmill.com Yellowstone Nature Connection 10 Yellowstone Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7557 yellowstonenatureconnection.org

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GOLF / MINI GOLF Big Sky Resort 1 Lone Mountain Trail Big Sky, MT 59716 (406) 995-5000 | (800) 548-4486 bigskyresort.com Island Park Village Resort 4170 Grandview Rd Island Park, ID 83429 (208) 558-0271 islandparkvillageresort.com Mountain View Mini Golf 155 Einos Loop West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-9344

HIKING The Flying Pig Adventure Company 511 Scott St Gardiner, MT 59030 (888) 792-9193 | (406) 848-7510 flyingpigrafting.com Yellowstone Alpen Guides 555 Yellowstone Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-9591 | (800) 858-3502 yellowstoneguides.com

Geyser Whitewater Expeditions 46651 Gallatin Road Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730 (406) 995-4989 | (800) 914-9031 raftmontana.com

Yellowstone Giant Screen Theatre 101 S Canyon St West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-4100 yellowstonegiantscreen.com

Jake’s Horses 4 Beaver Creek Rd Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730 (406) 995-4630 jakeshorses.com

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Montana Whitewater 603 Scott St Gardiner, MT 59030 (406) 763-4465 | (800) 799-4465 montanawhitewater.com Parade Rest Guest Ranch 1279 Grayling Creek West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7217 | (800) 753-5934 paraderestranch.com The Diamond P Ranch 2865 Targhee Pass Hwy 20 West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-0606 thediamondpranch.com The Flying Pig Adventure Company 511 Scott St Gardiner, MT 59030 (888) 792-9193 | (406) 848-7510 flyingpigrafting.com Yellowstone Horses 3438 Old Shotgun Rd Island Park, ID 83429 (800) 709-1358 yellowstonehorses.com

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Yellowstone Tour Guides 1 Lone Mountain Trail Big Sky, MT 59716 (406) 995-2349 | (888) 493-2260 yellowstonetourguides.com

Geyser Kayak Tours PO Box 8352 Jackson Hole, WY 83002 (307) 413-6177 | (800) 529-2501 geyserkayak.com

HISTORY & MUSEUMS

O.A.R.S. 3960 S Antelope Ln Jackson, WY 83001 (800) 346-6277 | (209) 736-4677 oars.com/wyoming

Yellowstone Historic Center Museum 104 Yellowstone Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-1100 yellowstonehistoriccenter.org

HORSEBACK RIDING

Shurr Adventures (239) 300-3004 | (877) 455.2925 shurradventuresyellowstone.com

320 Guest Ranch 205 Buffalo Horn Creek Big Sky, MT 59730 (406) 995-4283 | (800) 243-0320 320ranch.com

Yellowstone Alpen Guides 555 Yellowstone Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-9591 | (800) 858-3502 yellowstoneguides.com

Creekside Trail Rides 175 Oldroyd Rd West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 560-6913 creeksidetrailrides,com

MOVIES & THEATERS

Dry Ridge Outfitters Harriman State Park 3489 Green Canyon Rd Island Park, ID 83429 (208) 558-7433 or (208) 356-0113 dryridge.com DestinationYellowstone.com

Playmill Theatre 29 Madison Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7758 playmill.com

Fox Den Images West Yellowstone, MT (816) 665-9025 carolynfoxphotos.com Shurr Adventures West Yellowstone, MT (239) 300-3004 or (239) 248-3833 (877) 455-2925 shurradventuresyellowstone.com Yellowstone Tour Guides 1 Lone Mountain Sn Trail Big Sky, MT 59716 (406) 995-2399 | (888)493-2260 yellowstonetourguides.com

RAFTING Barker-Ewing River Trips 945 W Broadway Jackson, WY 83001 (307) 733-1000 | (800) 448-4202 barker-ewing.com Geyser Whitewater Expeditions 46651 Gallatin Rd Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730 (406) 995-4989 | (800) 914-9031 raftmontana.com Montana Whitewater 603 Scott St Gardiner, MT 59030 (406) 763-4465 | (800) 799-4465 montanawhitewater.com The Flying Pig Adventure Company 511 Scott St Gardiner, MT 59030 (888) 792-9193 | (406) 848-7510 flyingpigrafting.com Snake River Float Trips, Inc 9705 S Hwy 89 Jackson, WY 83001 (307) 733-7078 | (800) 562-1878 snakeriverwhitewater. net Wild West Rafting 906 Scott St Gardiner, MT 59030 (406) 848-2252 | (800)862-0557 wildwestrafting.com Yellowstone Raft Company 406 Scott St Gardiner, MT 59030 (406) 848-7777 | (800) 858-7781 yellowstoneraft.com

RODEO Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo 175 Oldroyd Rd West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 560-6913 yellowstonerodeo.com

SHOPPING Buffalo Spirit Trading Post 14 Canyon St West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-5128 buffalosprittradingpost.com Bunkhouse Barn Interiors & The Book Peddler 106 Canyon St West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-9358 bunkhousebarninteriors.com Eagle’s Store 3 Canyon St West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-9300 eagles-store.com Firehole Trading 111 Yellowstone Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-4113 Madison Crossing 121 Madison Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7621 cabindecor.com Home Room: 646-4338 Cabin Kitchens: 646-4338 Treetop Toys: 646-7621 Moving Comfort Activewear Outlet: 646-7621 Yellowstone Interiors: 646-7621 Mountain Dogs of Yellowstone mountain-dogs-of-yellowstone.myshopify. com Once in a Blue Moon 27 Madison Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (785) 332-0273 Roundup Trading Post 127 Dunraven St West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7751 Send It Home 30 Madison Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7300 send-it-home.com

ROCKHOUNDING & PROSPECTING

Smith & Chandler 121 Yellowstone Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7841 smithandchandler.com

Sapphire Gallery 115 E Broadway Phillipsburg, MT 59858 (406) 859-3236 | (800) 525-0169 sapphire-gallery.com

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ATMS AND BANKING First Security Bank 106 S Electric St West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7646 ourbank.com Food Roundup 107 Dunraven St West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7501 Market Place Montana State Liquor Store 22 Madison Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-9600

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Yellowstone Track Systems 615 Obsidian St West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 646-7603 yellowstonetrack.com

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