We're Matt & Cheryl, and we love traveling, especially in our awesome Rocky Mountains. We live in Utah and we want to share the wonders of the West with you.
One of the MUST-DO activities in Grand Teton National Park is to raft or float on the Snake River! In 2022 we did a scenic float through Triangle X, one of three companies authorized to do river floats inside Grand Teton National Park. Triangle X is an operating dude ranch that also provides guided river […]
The Montana Grizzly Encounter is a popular stop for many people on their way into Yellowstone National Park, or for those driving through Montana on I-90. The Montana Grizzly Encounter is a bear rescue facility where you can see grizzly bears up close. If you’ve never seen a grizzly bear, this is a great […]
In this video, I provide an overview of this wonderful “bear park” located in Williams, Arizona, on the way to Grand Canyon National Park. For more on the Grand Canyon, see: The ultimate Grand Canyon itinerary 16 awesome things to do at the Grand Canyon Where to stay at the Grand Canyon: Options and our […]
Many people who visit Yellowstone start their adventure by flying into Bozeman, Montana. In this article, I’ll help you know what you can do in Bozeman, as well as your options for driving to Yellowstone from Bozeman. Is Bozeman a good base to visit Yellowstone? Bozeman is NOT a good home base to visit Yellowstone […]
We spent an entire summer in Missoula, Montana, and it keeps bringing us back. Here are 10 great things you can do in Missoula, Montana!
by Matt, July 2022 Perhaps you’ve looked at the map of Yellowstone National Park and noticed the massive Yellowstone Lake and wondered, “What can I do at Yellowstone Lake?” Yellowstone Lake is NOT a place to swim; it’s too cold and dangerous for that. But it is a place to boat, fish, and have your […]
by Matt, July 2022 West Thumb is one of the more popular geyser areas in Yellowstone National Park, and nearby Grant Village offers places to stay, eat, and play. With Lake Yellowstone and plenty of wildlife nearby, you’ll definitely want to consider putting West Thumb on your Yellowstone itinerary! In this article, I’ll cover all […]
by Matt, July 2022 Old Faithful is Yellowstone’s most iconic feature. Bears & bison have both staked their claim to Yellowstone’s symbolism, but they’ve come and gone. True to its name, Old Faithful has always faithfully represented Yellowstone. This area of the park – the southwest portion of the Lower Loop – is the densest […]
The Madison area isn’t a major stop in Yellowstone, though Madison Valley is quite scenic and is a good place to see wildlife. Though not a “must-see,” Madison is an underappreciated area in Yellowstone National Park. Lamar Valley and Hayden Valley get all the love, but Madison is nice as well! Things to do in Madison […]
Mammoth Hot Springs is one of the more popular areas in Yellowstone National Park. The park headquarters are located in Mammoth, which is the largest village inside Yellowstone. Mammoth offers abundant wildlife (particularly elk, which roam the streets), a unique and massive geological feature, history, lodging, restaurants, and even a clinic! Welcome to my mom’s […]
