99 Things To Do in Yellowstone National Park

Not sure what you want to do on your Yellowstone vacation? We have plenty of ideas for you — 99 of them to be exact. There’s white-knuckle whitewater rafting, horseback riding and year-round recreational activities. There’s Old Faithful and the historical Old Faithful Inn, as well as more geysers and geothermal features than you could ask for. There are scenic boat cruises on Yellowstone Lake, historic and cultural museums, real rodeos and Indian powwows. There’s all-day fishing trips, backcountry camping adventures and hearty meals at Old West cookouts. There’s even authentic stagecoach rides. And that is only a few of the 99 Things to Do in Yellowstone!

So let us help you plan your Yellowstone vacation. You may not be able to take every suggestion we’ve got to offer, but you’ll be happy with the ones you do. We live and play in Yellowstone Park — so our tips and recommendations are tried and true.

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Recreation (2,684 KB) For outdoor enthusiasts, sports junkies or just those looking for a little adventure, Yellowstone Park is the place for you. There’s hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, golf, mountain biking, mountain climbing, off-roading, horseback riding, llama packing and more.		Sightseeing (907 KB) Seeing the sights in Yellowstone National Park means more than just spending a day looking around. From quick photo opps and photo safaris to historical landmarks, scenic drives, and train, plane or bus rides, there are so many sights to see, you could spend a lifetime in the pursuit.

Winter Recreation (538 KB) The winter months at Yellowstone National Park bring boatloads of snow - and a slew of winter recreation. You can try your luck at cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, dog-sledding, or winter hiking and camping.		Wildlife (695 KB) When you come to Yellowstone Park, you expect to see animals - and luckily, they're everywhere. You could catch a glimpse of a wide range, including gray wolves, buffalo bison, grizzly and black bears, elk, wild horses, trumpeter swans, osprey, eagles, great gray owls and more.

Culture & History (2,787 KB) The Yellowstone Park is historically and culturally rich and diverse, as you'll see immediately upon arrival. From its many cities, towns and communities - starting with the capitals Cheyenne, Helena and Boise - to ghost towns, museums and Native American Indian reservations, there's something for everyone in Yellowstone National Park.		Natural Wonders (655 KB) Yellowstone is famous for its geysers — as it should be since it boasts more than 60% of the world's active geysers, including Old Faithful. There’s also an abundance of mud volcanoes, hot springs, steam vents, natural brides, waterfalls and the world’s first national monument, Devil’s Tower — just to name a few.

Cuisine (539 KB) Whether you’re looking to eat out on the town or eat out under the stars, your tastebuds will love Yellowstone. The area is rich with local restaurant hot spots as well as little quick-hit cafes. Plus, you can take in the area history at an Old West cookout.		Reference Section (875 KB) From Park regulations and permits to campground information, maps and more, we'll give you the down-low on how to get around, Yellowstone Park rules and outdoor etiquette.

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