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Salt Lake City, UT to Yellowstone via Idaho

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Salt Lake City, UT to Yellowstone (Approx. 358 miles)
This route is the only one to include all of eastern Idaho – a very scenic and history-filled area. There are historic byways and scenic byways… rivers and big, beautiful, blue lakes… mountains and agricultural plains. Eastern Idaho is a great place to explore all there is to see and do in Yellowstone Country.

Towns included on this itinerary:
Salt Lake City
Ogden
Logan
Garden City
Fish Haven
Montpelier
Soda Springs
Lava Hot Springs
Pocatello
Idaho Falls
Rexburg
St. Anthony
Ashton
West Yellowstone

Top Ten Things to do in Yellowstone

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1. See Amazing Wildlife

Yellowstone Park is home to the largest concentration of large and small mammals in the Lower 48 states. Read More...

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2. Take a Hike

To explore Yellowstone’s wild side, get off the beaten path and onto the park’s 1,300-mile trail system. Read More...

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3. Watch Geysers Erupt

Yellowstone is the largest active geyser field in the world. Read More...

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4. Go Rafting

Looking for an escape from the summer heat? Can’t beat a whitewater rafting adventure! Read More...

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5. Experience the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

The Grand Canyon of Yellowstone is breathtaking! Read More...

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6. Attend a Powwow

Powwows serve to preserve the rich heritage of Native American culture and allow tribal members to participate in traditional rituals. Read More...

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7. Ride a Horse

No other activity fulfills the Western dream for families visiting this region like a horseback ride. Read More...

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8. Go Camping in Yellowstone National Park

One of the best ways to experience the Yellowstone region is by spending a night or more under the stars. Read More...

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9. Watch a Rodeo

Every town in Yellowstone country has a rodeo. Try Cheyenne Frontier Days, Cody Nite Rodeo, Rock Springs’ Red Desert Rodeo or Lander’s Pioneer Days Rodeo. Read More...

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10. Go Fishing

Fishing in Yellowstone is an experience that compares with few other places on earth. Read More...

Planning your Yellowstone National Park vacation is easier than ever with the Yellowstonepark.com Maps section. Whether you want to print out the official Yellowstone Park Map or print out turn-by-turn directions from your house to Yellowstone National Park, you can do it all right here!

In addition, we have included multiple scenic drive and activity itineraries that incorporate the history, wildlife, and activities that you will find throughout and surrounding the park.

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