Western Detour: Three Forks, MT + Lewis and Clark

While I didn’t have time to stop at Three Forks, MT, I wanted to share some memories of this special spot – the birthplace of America’s Mighty Missouri I am a history buff and have long enjoyed learning about The Lewis and Clark Expedition. In high school history we watched a documentary on Lewis and […]

Western Adventures: Exploring Yellowstone’s Eastern Corridor

June 5th, 2022: Entering Yellowstone’s East Entrance felt as if I was entering a hidden world; the thick forest cradles the ranger gate like a guardian, with the Absaroka Mountains fortifying the landscape with their snow capped peaks. The twenty-seven mile road from Yellowstone’s East Entrance, to Fishing Bridge/Lake is defined by steep winding roads, […]

Yellowstone Discovery: Mud Volcano and Hayden Valley

Driving Northwest from the peaceful tranquility of Yellowstone Lake and the Lake Hotel we enter the Mud Volcao district. As a fan of Tolkien – I always imagine this transition from the Lake Country into the sulphurous caldrons of Mud Volcano like Frodo stepping into Mordor. Granted this section of Yellowstone is gorgeous and unique […]

Yellowstone Discovery: Lakeshore Drive

The roughly twenty two miles from West Thumb Geyser Basin north to the Yellowstone Lake Hotel is one of the most pristine waterfront drives in America. Yellowstone Lake is huge – it is a mini Great Lake – with over 141 miles of shoreline. Situated at 7,733 feet above sea level, Yellowstone Lake is the […]

Yellowstone Discovery: West Thumb Basin

West Thumb Geyser Basin is one of the most unique and beautiful spots in Yellowstone. It is a confluence of geology and scenery. Smoldering thermal features from hot springs to mudpots line the shore of the western thumb of Yellowstone Lake. Just sixteen miles east of Old Faithful, West Thumb is one of the most […]

Yellowstone Discovery: Old Faithful (Part 2)

In our last adventure we explored the Old Faithful area including the neighboring Geyser Hill and Firehole River walk areas. Today we are going to take in the history of the famed Old Faithful Inn (a human marvel of architecture) and give a run down of popular tourism services in the OF village. The Old […]

Yellowstone Discovery: FireHole Road

We are continuing our Yellowstone adventures, embarking east from Madison Junction towards Old Faithful. This sixteen mile drive crosses through the fiery ground of Yellowstone’s Lower Geyser Basin, in a land of rivers and dramatic waterfalls, valleys and the shadow of the caldera. Turning right at Madison Junction towards Old Faithful, steam rises to the […]

Yellowstone Discovery-Towards Madison Junction

Entering Yellowstone at the western entrance, many travelers are on a mission to simply get to Madison Junction – and on to Old Faithful or beyond. However don’t lose sight of the journey as your travel the fourteen miles from West Yellowstone to Madison Junction. This meandering road offers pristine and glorious scenery that is […]

Yellowstone Discovery: The Golden Gate

Leaving Norris Geyser Basin, we are heading north on the Grand Loop Road back towards Mammoth Hot Springs. This twenty-one mile stretch of road is dotted with scenery and geology. Stop one, just north of Norris – you’ll discover Frying Pan Spring on the right side of the road and Nymph Spring on the left. […]

Yellowstone Discovery: Lamar Valley

Located in the Northeast corner of Yellowstone National Park nestled between Tower Junction (YNP) and the gateway town of Cooke City, MT, travelers will discover The Lamar Valley. Dubbed as America’s Serengeti – the Lamar Valley is home to dense herds of bison, elk, antelope, Grizzly and Black Bears, wolves and more. Set against the […]