Flying to Yellowstone and Grand Teton? Here’s What You Need to Know

Knowing which airport is best for arrival and which entrance you will be using for your Yellowstone and Grand Teton vacation will help reduce the stress of planning your trip. Here is some information that will help you with airport locations, distance to entrances, ticket prices, and route options for your Yellowstone and Grand Teton […]

Driving in Yellowstone: 10 Things You Need to Know

Buffalo on the road blocking cars in Yellowstone

One of the most common questions I receive is: How long does it take to get around in Yellowstone? Because Yellowstone is so big, planning a trip can be difficult. It’s hard to know how to plan out your days when you don’t know how long it will take you to get places. You must […]

Is Old Faithful Still Faithful?

Sitting on the benches surrounding Old Faithful, we joined the crowd in anticipation of the eruption.  However, the projected time came and went and we began to wonder if this would be the time Old Faithful breaks the cycle. It wasn’t until about 10 minutes past the projected time that Old Faithful delivered once again […]

Where are the Best Places to Eat in Yellowstone? We’ve Got You Covered.

You’ve got your lodging and travel arrangements, and know the sights you want to see in Yellowstone National Park. All that is left is figuring out where to eat! Whether you are on a budget or seeking to experience Yellowstone through its cuisine, this guide has got you covered. Yellowstone National Park has 20 restaurants […]

Norris Geyser Basin in Yellowstone: What You Need to Know

Norris Geyser Basin is one of my favorite places in Yellowstone because it is such an unusual place. In our Yellowstone guide, we allocate a few hours for you to visit Norris on your trip.  What is Norris Geyser Basin?  Norris Geyser Basin is one of about 11 major geyser basins in Yellowstone National Park. […]

When is the Best Time to Visit Yellowstone?

So you’ve decided to visit Yellowstone, and you’re excited to see all the famous things you’ve heard about, like Old Faithful, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and the wildlife. One of the first things you need to decide is WHEN you should plan your trip. The best time to visit Yellowstone is early to […]

Your Guide to Seeing Grand Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone

Along with Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, one of the things you MUST see in Yellowstone is the Grand Prismatic Spring. In this article, I’ll cover everything you need to know about it. What is the Grand Prismatic Spring? The Grand Prismatic Spring is the largest hot spring in Yellowstone and […]

Canyon Village & the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

Yellowstone’s greatest feature is the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. Canyon Village is an area in Yellowstone dedicated to showing off the canyon, as well as providing activities, lodging, and food. What is the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone? The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is a 24-mile long, 1,000-foot-deep canyon on the east side […]

How To Use Bear Spray (+ Video Tutorial and Brand Comparison Test)

This post contains affiliate links. Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Glacier, and the Canadian Rockies are all places where black and grizzly bears roam. If you are planning on doing any hiking in or around these areas, carrying bear spray is strongly recommended. Bear spray shoots an average of 30 feet for the duration of 5-9 seconds […]

How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Yellowstone in 2026

Yellowstone National Park includes so many things to see and do including viewing wildlife, visiting geysers, and seeing spectacular waterfalls and canyons. With the park being the size of Rhode Island and Delaware combined, figuring out how to see the whole thing can seem daunting. We’re Matt and Cheryl and we have been writing travel […]