Finding the best spots...
Finding the best spots...
Yellowstone National Park is a vast protected area in Wyoming, USA, known for its wildlife and geothermal features. It's home to hundreds of animal species, including bears, wolves, bison, elk and antelope.
Start your day with a visit to the Old Faithful geyser, one of Yellowstone's most famous attractions. Watch it erupt every 90 minutes, shooting water up to 185 feet in the air.
Afterwards, head to the Grand Prismatic Spring, the largest hot spring in the park and one of the most photographed features.
Take a scenic drive through the Hayden Valley, a prime wildlife watching spot. Keep your eyes peeled for bison, elk, grizzly bears, and wolves.
End your day with a relaxing soak in the Boiling River, a natural hot springs where hot water from a thermal spring mixes with the cool water of the Gardner River.
Start your day with a hike to the summit of Mount Washburn, the park's highest peak accessible by trail. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Visit the Mammoth Hot Springs, a series of terraced hot springs that look like frozen waterfalls.
Take a leisurely stroll along the Yellowstone Lake, the largest high-elevation lake in North America. Watch the sunset over the water and listen to the sounds of nature.
Embark on a wildlife safari in the Lamar Valley, one of the best places in the park to spot wolves and grizzly bears.
Explore the Norris Geyser Basin, the hottest and most dynamic thermal area in Yellowstone.
End your trip with a visit to the Artist Point, a scenic overlook that offers breathtaking views of the Yellowstone River and the Lower Falls.
Quick suggestions
Best time to visit
May–Sep (warm, active wildlife)
Typical weather
cool summers, cold winters, variable conditions
Daily budget
Budget $70/day · Mid $150/day · Luxury $300+/day
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Tipping
15–20% at restaurants
Power
Type A/B, 120V
Language
“Hello” · “Thank you”
Good to know
Stay on trails and keep distance from wildlife