Mikaela Ruland

Experience the beauty of the Jackson Hole via the Snake River on a whitewater trip.

Feel like part of the family when you tour this small-batch distillery and sample its spirits northwest of Yellowstone

Here’s everything you need to know to choose the best campsite in Glacier National Park

Experience big water fun and stunning scenery with this rafting company northeast of Yellowstone National Park.

Explore Fort Laramie National Historic Site and the surrounding towns in Goshen County on your way to Yellowstone.

Two and a half hours from Yellowstone’s West Entrance, Pocatello’s historic downtown, fun museums and outdoor recreation make it a perfect place to stay and play.

Here are my top places to see, do and eat.

Explore the Rocky Mountains on this loop from Colorado to Wyoming and dipping into the corner of Utah

Soak up the outdoors as you travel through the best of Montana.

Take the All-American Road Trip to Yellowstone, starting in Chicago.

From Jackson, Gardiner or West Yellowstone see wildlife, go hiking or get amazing photos with Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris and Yellowstone Safari Company.

Explore this park's forests, lakes, waterfalls and namesake glaciers with National Geographic’s day hike guide.

Find ancient history, the best Americana and a mirror image of the Tetons many visitors miss.

From mountain biking to al fresco dining to arts and culture, Park City, Utah, has a trail for everyone.

Dive deep into Montana history, see stunning views and hit the trails in these four parks.

Find juxtaposition in Utah’s capital where tradition meets a progressive and energetic cultural scene.

The journey that forever changed me started with paprika and stalled in an obscure Montana town.

Read this before you plan your visit to the park.

Bluebird days are great, but Yellowstone comes alive when the sky lights up at sunrise and sunset.

Stop in this valley's small, storybook town on the way to Yellowstone.

The Pine Lodge in Whitefish, Mont., makes it easy to enjoy the region’s excellent outdoor recreation.

Take in stunning waterfall views on this moderate Crown of the Continent Hike.

Stay right near the park action at Yellowstone's North Entrance.

Fly into the Rapid City Regional Airport for the most direct route to the Black Hills, Badlands National Park and Mt. Rushmore.

What you need to know before you head out in your RV.

From hiking off-trail to taking in a stunning pink sunrise, discover the best things to do in Badlands National Park.

Commemorate your favorite national park vacation with beautiful hand-illustrated maps of locations like Yellowstone, Glacier and Grand Teton.

Explore urban trails, waterfalls, craft beer and more in Great Falls, Montana

Just eight miles from Yellowstone's North Entrance, these naturally hot pools feel surprisingly remote and far from the park’s crowds.

Big skies and history meet in these authentic Montana cowboy towns on the way to Yellowstone.

Explore Montana history, hit the trails or enjoy a beer in the state’s capital on your way from Yellowstone to Glacier National Park

Escape the crowds and discover Old West experiences in Wyoming’s Wind River Country. 

Stay at the park’s North Entrance, Gardiner, Montana, for incredible outdoor recreation and a great local scene.

Explore Dinosaur National Monument and incredible outdoor recreation near Vernal, Utah.

Listen to an entertaining guide that automatically tells you stories about where you are while you drive.

Escape to a peaceful, nature-filled stay in a log cabin or upscale lodge northwest of Yellowstone.

A guide to help you decide where to spend the night, from car camping paradise and remote backcountry sites to a slice of RV heaven.

Ride through a winter wonderland on a horse-drawn sleigh near Big Sky, Mont., with 320 Guest Ranch.

Experience the crossroads of the Wild West, unexpected culture and outdoor paradise in Casper, Wyoming.

Glacier National Park’s popular Going-to-the-Sun Road, the North Fork, Two Medicine and Many Glacier areas of the park will require a reservation to enter during summer peak hours.

Dark skies and iconic views combine to make Yellowstone one of the best places in the country to stargaze.

Enjoy a cozy and relaxed home base for your Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park vacation.

Take glamping to the next level at this upscale resort just north of Yellowstone.

Hikes with unparalleled views of mountain peaks, waterfalls and lakes.

Hike, horseback ride, soak in hot springs and more on an all-inclusive trip to the park.

Explore volcanic formations, including lava tube caves, on the trails and scenic drives at this uncrowded national park site on the way to Yellowstone.

One of the two ways to explore Yellowstone in the winter is by snowcoach. This is everything you need to know.

Stay in a cabin, hotel room or your RV on the shores of sparkling Bear Lake.

See wildlife, geysers and mountains views.

Visit authentic small towns, like Glasgow and Sidney, and discover the dinosaurs, dark skies and deep waters of Montana’s Missouri River Country.

Stay on the quieter side of Montana between Yellowstone and Glacier National Park

Parks and trails skirt this vibrant city.

Learn to cook like a pro and avoid common mistakes when you’re cooking at a campsite.

We’ve put together ideas for a three-day vacation to help you become a more sustainable traveler.

Follow the trails past Old Faithful and you’ll find the world’s largest concentration of geysers plus hot springs and wildlife on this 6-mile scenic journey.

Solitude Float Trips offers a scenic rafting experience focused on conservation

Spend a magical winter weekend near the West Entrance of Yellowstone National Park.

See Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks with Yellowstone Day Tours for a stress-free tour.

We’re swooning over these Airbnbs rentals in towns like Jackson, Gardiner, West Yellowstone, Cody and Cooke City.

See a stunning waterfall and two geyser basins on the easy Mystic Falls hike in Yellowstone

Camp like a pro in your RV in the park

Explore this South Dakota gem like a pro with our five RV tips.

Push yourself with these heart-pounding activities in Yellowstone National Park from backpacking to canoeing to cross-country skiing.

Northwest of Yellowstone, this colorful town holds on to its western roots.

Get stunning views of the Grand Teton as you hike this easy, family-friendly trail to a picturesque lake.

Catch incredible views on the 4.7-mile hike to Yellowstone’s Avalanche Peak.

Western ranch and rodeo charm meets a vibrant, music and nightlife scene

This unique town has access to the outdoor recreation you’d expect from southwestern Montana with a surprising and delicious culinary history that lives on today.

Upgrade your next national park road trip by booking a stay with Harvest Hosts at unique local producers nationwide.

Spot bison, wolves, bears and more with Silver Gate Guides in Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley.

From incredible outdoor recreation in every direction to world-class rodeo and unique glamping, plus a scenic drive on the stunning Beartooth Highway, Red Lodge is a can’t-miss stop.

Explore small towns in central Montana on your way to Glacier National Park

This could save your life in Yellowstone and Glacier national parks

Explore sparkling lakes, pioneer history and delicious eats in towns like Chugwater, Wheatland and Guernsey in Platte Country.

Tour Yellowstone and Grand Teton with Great Western Expeditions for an unforgettable experience.

Go on a trail ride, visit a saloon and learn about Wyoming’s history in the towns of Buffalo and Kaycee, Wyo.

Dig for crystals, catch a glimpse of stunning trumpeter swans, eat amazing sourdough pancakes and more in small-town Dillon, Mont., in Beaverhead County.

What’s more magical than watching Old Faithful erupt? Watching dozens of geysers erupt in the pristine backcountry of Yellowstone National Park. Paddle to Yellowstone’s most spectacular and remote geyser basin.

Cohabitating with coyotes in the park and possibly your own backyard.

Horseback ride for the day, glamp in a fully equipped campsite in the Teton Wilderness or backcountry camp in Yellowstone.