Bucket List

Whether this is your first summer or tenth, a Yellowstone bucket list is never-ending. It would take a lifetime to do and see all the things possible in the Greater Yellowstone region. We’ve compiled top-rated activities to make it easier. Stepping out of your comfort zone and experiencing new things will guarantee a memorable summer of growth and adventure. Start exploring!

First Things First!

• Be awed by the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
• Marvel at the incredible night sky and catch a shooting star
• Catch a geyser eruption
• Hit the trail (w/bear spray and a few friends!)
• Get up early and go wildlife-watching
• Become a Junior Ranger at your local visitor center
• Reflect on the shores of Yellowstone Lake

Up Your Game!

• Cowboy up at a local rodeo *
• Explore the Tetons or road trip to Glacier NP
• Soak at a local hot spring resort *
• Car camp in YNP or the National Forest
• Check out a few of the local Museums*
• Cruise the Beartooth Highway

Feeling Adventurous?

• Saddle up and go horseback riding*
• Give backpacking a whirl
• Try fly-fishing
• Climb a peak – Avalanche Peak and/or Mt. Washburn are great options
• Stay in a forest service cabin
• Join the 100 Mile hiking club with YCERP
• Raft a river*
• Rent an outboard motorboat at the Marina*

Explore History

• Take a tour of the Heritage Research Center
• Visit the museum @ Norris
• Attend a ranger talk
• Tour Fort Yellowstone
• Go on a bus tour*
• Read a book on Yellowstone
• Join Yellowstone Forever or take an Institute Course

*Employee Discounts Available