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Yellowstone: Wolf Watching in Wonderland

Written by: Dina Mishev, August 01st, 2023
Categories: Facts

Head to America’s first national park to spot these fascinating canines in the wild

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Guide to Watching Wildlife in Yellowstone By Month

Written by: Jenny Golding, March 13th, 2020
Categories: Facts

A Year of Yellowstone Wildlife Watching

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Yellowstone’s Spring Birding Hotspots

Written by: Jenny Golding, February 21st, 2024
Categories: Tips

Over 150 species of birds return to Yellowstone each year to mate and raise young.

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Animal Tracks: Reading Stories on the Landscape

Written by: Jenny Golding, February 15th, 2020
Categories: Facts

Curious how to track animals in Yellowstone National Park? Read our blog to learn how and where to find animal tracks,

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10 Animals You May (or May Not) See in Yellowstone

Written by: Yellowstone Hot Spot, November 01st, 2023
Categories: Tips

Yellowstone National Park is home to the biggest concentration of mammals in the lower 48 states. Here are 10 that you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of.

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The Northern Range – Yellowstone’s Wildlife Hub

Written by: Jenny Golding, March 04th, 2019
Categories: Facts

Yellowstone's northern range boasts one of the largest collections of free-roaming animals in the world

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Yellowstone Wildlife Photobombs

Written by: Yellowstone Hot Spot, October 18th, 2018
Categories: Facts

Check out these unexpected (and delightful) additions to guests' Yellowstone memories.

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Food Trucks: The Next Chapter in Yellowstone’s Legendary Hospitality

Written by: Lori Todd, July 29th, 2024
Categories: Food Plan

Embark on a Asian culinary adventure with Yellowstone National Park Lodges' newest addition, Electric Peak Bites and Bowls food truck. Discover how this innovative dining concept navigates the challenges of operating in a remote national park setting, bringing modern food trends to the heart of nature's splendor.

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6 Surprising Yellowstone Wildlife Facts

Written by: Yellowstone Hot Spot, July 11th, 2024
Categories: Facts

Hey there, adventurers! Ready to dive into the wild and wonderful world of Yellowstone National Park? Here are six Yellowstone wildlife facts that will make you see this legendary park in a whole new light. Let’s get wild!

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Sound the Bugle: Making the Most of the Elk and Bison Rut

Written by: Jenny Golding, August 13th, 2018
Categories: Plan

What you need to know to safely enjoy these annual wildlife spectacles.

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Yellowstone: Where the Bison Roam

Written by: Jayne Clark, July 02nd, 2024
Categories: Facts

There is no better place to see America’s magnificent national mammal, the bison, than in Yellowstone National Park.

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4 Tips for Staying Safe Around Newborn Elk

Written by: Sarah Bierschwale, June 08th, 2018
Categories: Facts

As we celebrate spring and the birth of new life in Yellowstone, a reminder to show some respect.

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How Yellowstone’s Wildlife Adapts to Winter

Written by: Jayne Clark, February 11th, 2018
Categories: Winter

From bears and bison to wolves and birds, many park animals are adept at surviving frigid conditions.

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Yellowstone: A Perfect Morning for Wildlife Watching

Written by: Jayne Clark, March 12th, 2024
Categories: Facts

Wake up to animals large and small in the ‘American Serengeti’

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Mother’s Day in Wonderland

Written by: Leslie Quinn, April 28th, 2017
Categories: Facts

Across the world’s first national park, Mother’s Day sees Yellowstone mothers welcoming the arrival of warmer weather and, with it, the greater availability of food that lets them provide easier for their children.

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Q&A with Wolf Expert Rick McIntyre

Written by: Gary McKechnie, June 16th, 2024
Categories: Facts

Rick McIntyre arrived at Yellowstone National Park in 1974, just a few years after the nation’s first national park celebrated its centennial.

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Secrets of Winter Wildlife Watching

Written by: Candyce H. Stapen, August 03rd, 2023
Categories: Winter

In winter, Yellowstone National Park animals exist in a picturesque wonderland. Learn the secrets to finding wildlife in this snowy landscape.

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Wildlife Photography in Yellowstone: 11 Pro Tips

Written by: Steve Larese, August 04th, 2023
Categories: Tips

Our visitors bring a camera hoping for that picture-perfect shot of Yellowstone wildlife photography. Here are some pro tips to help capture a frame-worthy photo.

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Crazy about Critters: Wildlife Viewing in Yellowstone

Written by: Yellowstone Hot Spot, July 10th, 2023
Categories: Plan

Bison, elk, bears, and wolves are among the stars at this oldest national park.

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10 Tips for Summer Wildlife Viewing in Yellowstone

Written by: Yellowstone Hot Spot, June 27th, 2016
Categories: Tips

Yellowstone National Park is a place of natural wonders, geothermal phenomena, with an abundance of diverse, free roaming wildlife.

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Bison and Wolves and Bears, Oh My!

Written by: Diana Lambdin Meyer, March 25th, 2016
Categories: Facts

Five animal species that have benefited from conservation efforts at Yellowstone.

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Meet Yellowstone’s Spring Babies

Written by: Yellowstone Hot Spot, April 03rd, 2024
Categories: Facts

Spring is a busy time in Yellowstone National Park. The snow is melting, the grass is greening, and any day now we'll start to spot the spring babies of Yellowstone.

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The Incredible Flora and Fauna of Yellowstone

Written by: Yellowstone Hot Spot, May 10th, 2024
Categories: Tips

One of the many magical things about Yellowstone National Park is getting the chance to spot plenty of different species of animals and plants. It's easy to mix up the variety of ungulates roaming around the park and not be entirely sure of the types of trees you might be looking at. Familiarize yourself with these natural wonders!

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