Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan

Elisabeth is a writer and editor who specializes in the outdoors, environment, health, food, culture, and science. Her work has appeared in Backpacker, Sunset, Grist, Organic Life, Women's Adventure, 5280 (Denver's city magazine), National Park Journal, and more. When she's not scaling peaks in pursuit of a story, Elisabeth loves cooking, paddling, cross-country skiing, and feeding her addiction to self-serve frozen yogurt.

Gateway Towns

Scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, and unique small-town charm dominate in the tiny outpost between Yellowstone and the imposing Beartooth Mountains.

Grizzly bear walking among flowering grass

Featured

On your Yellowstone vacation, see geysers, wild animals, and a grand canyon with giant waterfalls. Go rafting, horseback riding, and hiking.

Couple taking a selfie next to a geyser.

Photography

Don't pose too close to wildlife, geysers, hot springs, the canyon's edge, or the Lake. Ouch! Here are suggestions on how to take pain-free photos.

Weather and Seasons

Dynamic weather adds intrigue to your vacation. Visit Yellowstone in spring, summer, fall or winter for an adventure that changes in each season.

Last Chance Stampede Rodeo near Helena, Montana

Featured

Just about every town in the Yellowstone area has a rodeo throughout the year. Wyoming is the rodeo capital of the West. See a list of the best.

Bison on the move at sunrise in Lamar Valley in Yellowstone

Wildlife

Yellowstone’s huge, wide valleys make excellent habitat for wildlife. For your best chance of spotting them, point your compass toward the Lamar and Hayden.

A bison crosses the road as firefighters battle the 1988 Yellowstone fires. Photo courtesy NPS

Yellowstone History and Culture

“Three-hundred-sixty degrees around me, everything was on fire,” he said, recalling Sept. 7, 1988 when a firestorm broke loose near the Old Faithful Inn.

Geysers and Hot Springs

Watch Old Faithful erupt and and explore exciting FAQs about Yellowstone's most famous geyser.

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Lower Falls from Artist Point.

Natural Wonders

Many people think that this was the spot where famous artist Thomas Moran painted. Yellowstone Park photographer F. Jay Haynes thought the same thing.

Park Itineraries

Forget roses and chocolate - for real romance, you can’t beat these Yellowstone activities. Plan now for Valentine's Day, a wedding proposal or anniversary.

The Lower Falls in the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone in Yellowstone National Park

Natural Wonders

Giant waterfalls pierce the Yellowstone River while pastel colors mark the locations of hot springs and steam vents in the canyon walls.

Hiking

There’s no better way to experience Yellowstone than out on the trail. Just follow these tips for family-friendly fun.

FAQs

The second edition of Lee Whittlesey's popular book "Death in Yellowstone" was released with 60 new tales of demise.

25 minute old elk calf at Mammoth Hot Springs.

Wildlife

If capturing a glimpse of wobbling baby elk and furry baby black bears is on your bucket list, plan to head to Yellowstone National Park between April and June.

Rafting, Kayaking, Boating & Swimming

Yellowstone Lake’s South Arm is 8 miles from the nearest asphalt and only a few ridges away from the most remote, far-from-a-road spot in the continental U.S.

Devil's Tower. Photo by B D via Wikimedia Commons

Neighboring Parks

Travelers roaming through the northeastern Wyoming prairie will be treated to a strange and wonderful sight: a striking stone column rising seemingly out of nowhere.