Had an eruption at Lone Star geyser all to my lonesome last Sunday 8/30. Eruption lasted from ~11:45-11:58

October 2-9 is our trip. Those dates are non-negotiable. We debated going in June, but did not want to risk my dads health. He feels great right now. He might not by June. I am booking the trip for dad (73), mom (67), me and spouse (37) and 2 10 year old girls. We don't have to stay in Cody. I liked the idea of having a hotel. I know it is closer to Lamar Valley, but I understand that direction takes us through Sylvan pass which could likely have snow. I did my research. We are flexible. I only used chatgpt after the fact to get route ideas and ideas of "must see locations" that I knew of and that I had seen listed on this subreddit. (I have only used it one other time since I have had the FREE version of the app- I get it. AI sucks). If West Yellowstone means we run into less risk of weather, then great. I will change our location from Cody to West Yellowstone. He really wants to see the grand Tetons so I would like to stay near there. We are not opposed to driving extra, but I want to be close to some amenities that will be open for sure. I looked at Gardiner but did not see much around there unless we drove to a major city. I also promised the girls we would be at a hotel with a pool for part of the trip, which I know they have in West Yellowstone as well. My mom has already said she would likely stay at the hotel one day with the kids as this trip is more for my dad than anything. I know with all the driving they would not be in the pool if they went with us.

So with all of this additional information, do I need to cancel the hotel in Cody or not? What is everyone's opinion. Please be nice. This is my first time on this earth too and I have never been past Missouri in terms of "going out West." Thanks

Hoping to experience Beartooth Hwy, though concerned about husband's tendency toward motion/car sickness. Is there a way to bypass the steep switchbacks? Would be missing the essence of the Beartooht? We'd be leaving/returning to Grand Teton, so looking to create a loop route that would include Chief Joseph Hwy. If the switchbacks are incredible and beautiful, perhaps I'll look into motion sickness medication. Thoughts? Thanks

Day 1
Fly into Bozeman
Bozeman to Gardiner
Stay:Gardiner
Pick up rental car; drive south via Paradise Valley; explore Mammoth Hot Springs.
Day 2
Lamar Valley & Tower
Stay: Gardiner
Early morning wildlife safari in Lamar Valley; visit Tower Fall.
Day 3
Grand Canyon of Yellowstone
Stay: Canyon Village- already reserved
Explore Canyon Village, Artist Point, Upper/Lower Falls, and Norris Geyser Basin.
Day 4
Canyon to Cody
Cody, WY
Drive Hayden Valley & Yellowstone Lake; head east through Sylvan Pass to arrive in Cody by midday. Spend afternoon at Old Trail Town or main street. Evening at Cody Nite Rodeo.
Stay: moose creek?
Day 5
Full Day in Cody
Cody, WY
Full day to explore Buffalo Bill Center of the West (5 world-class museums), Dan Miller's Cowboy Music Revue, or a red-rock canyon scenic drive.
Stay: moose creek?
Day 6
Cody to Grand Teton
Stay Jackson Lake or Colter Bay?
Re-enter Yellowstone via East Entrance; visit West Thumb Geyser Basin & Old Faithful/Grand Prismatic on your way south into Grand Teton.
Day 7 
Heart of Grand Teton
STAY :Jackson Hole
Jenny Lake shuttle, hike Hidden Falls/Inspiration Point; Signal Mountain Drive.
Day 8 
Taggart Lake & Jackson
Stay: Jackson Hole?
Hike Taggart Lake; visit Mormon Row & Schwabacher Landing; evening in downtown Jackson.
Day 9
Jackson Departure
Departure
Fly out of Jackson Hole Airport (JAC

Going to Yellowstone and if I can’t make it to all, which ones should I sacrifice?

Grand Prismatic Springs
Fairy Falls Trail
Old Faithful
Observation Point Trail
West Thumb
Mud Volcano
Brink of the Lower Falls
Artist Point
Grand Canyon

Due to some last minute trip changes I find myself with a day to burn in Yellowstone. I only have one day in the park and I'll be coming in from the south entrance. Does anyone have suggestions on what i should prioritize seeing? Kinda just planning on going around the lower loop and going with the flow. What are the must sees? Anything the crowds make worth skipping? We'd like to get a good hot meal in somewhere in the park, any dinner or lunch suggestions as we go around the loop? does CW vs CCW matter much for direction? TIA!

I’m heading to Grand Teton and Yellowstone for the first time this weekend and will be staying for a week. I’m a solo traveler. I want to spend a day for hiking and have heard good things about Avalanche trail. I plan on going there on Wednesday (09/09), on the website, it says not recommended in September because Grizzly bears are pretty active in Sept and Oct. Since I’m solo hiking, it would be more risky than in group. I wanted to see if anyone here is going to do the Avalanche trail on Wednesday that I can tag along.

Hii!! I need some advice plss. I recently accepted a job at Xanterra in Yellowstone from mid September to late October, and I don’t know what to do, I am waiting for my ID to come in the mail and haven’t booked my plane ticket since they mentioned I need a valid ID for the job and hotel, idk if they allow people to start later than their start date?? Any advice is useful

It's so convenient that Yellowstone has it's own airport in West Yellowstone. I didn't even know that the airport completed a $46 million terminal replacement project that opened to travelers just last May. It's only open from May until October, and only 3 flights in and 3 flights out per day. And only small United and Delta commercial jets from Denver and Salt Lake City fly in to the airport. I flew in last Thursday on United with only about 30 passengers, and it was such a cool experience flying in a small jet into a small airport for the first time. There's two car rental agencies and a restaurant inside the terminal building as well.

Yellowstone is not Yellowstone without seeing bisons! Here are my top bison jam pics all taken in Lamar and Hayden Valleys just 5-6 days ago.

We’ll have my 72 y/o dad, 67 y/o mom, myself and husband 37 y/o and two 10 y/o. Is there anything we should skip?

Long live Yellowstone Airport(WYS)!

Many moons ago, probably in the 1970s-1980s, my grandpa took this. he passed away in 2008. It’s been in my family’s possession ever since, just sitting under the bed in my parents’ guest room. I’m curious if anybody has any idea what kind of wood it’s made out of, if anybody could pinpoint when this was made, and anything else about it lol. It’s super heavy! Growing up, I used trace my fingers through the letters, and you can see where i scribbled on some of the letters with what I am assuming was with a crayon. Let me know what you think.

I’m headed to Yellowstone this month. I love reading about a place before I get there. Any books (fiction or non-fiction) that you guys recommend? My goal is to read something that helps me learn about the place and gets me excited to visit.

Thank you!

These photos were taken in my Inn parking lot of all places in Gardiner, MT just 3 days ago. I was driving into the parking lot after dinner when I saw the momma elk run across the grass and towards her two babies. Guys, if you plan to spend some nights in the Yellowstone upper loop, definitely check out Gardiner MT as an option like me. I'm so glad I did, as it's right on the outskirts and so nice with great restaurants.

Hi all. I am training for an October marathon. I also have a 9-day vacation coming in mid-September to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. I’m told I need to be “careful” when running there due to attracting wildlife (bears, etc.). Has anyone trained here? Any suggestions??

Hello! My friend and I are going to be visiting Yellowstone next week, arriving the weekend after Labor Day. We have four full days. I have our basic itinerary planned, but I've never been to YNP before and would appreciate any thoughts/suggestions/tips! We are flying in and out of Bozeman and entering the park through the North Entrance. (We're staying in Gardiner the first two nights, night 3 in Island Park.)

Day 1: Horseback riding, drive Lamar Valley afternoon/evening

Day 2: Mammoth, Norris Geyser Basin (planning on a slower/chill day)

Day 3: Scenic road trip day - taking Grand Loop Road to West Yellowstone (Calcite Springs, Tower, Canyon Village, Hayden Valley, Yellowstone Lake, West Thumb)

Day 4: Old Faithful/Upper Geyser Basin, Grand Prismatic, then driving north to Belgrade for flight out the next day

Toying with the idea of doing Lamar Valley the morning of Day 2 instead of Day 1 evening, but we'll be having super early mornings the next two days and thought it might be enjoyable to have a slow/relaxing morning instead. How does the sunrise wildlife activity compare with sunset in that area?

Also definitely planning to make a bunch of stops on our long drives to see all the sights, plus possibly a few shorter hikes throughout. Any must-sees along our routes?

This has been a dream trip of mine for years, and part of me can't believe it's actually happening. However, it feels like there's so many things to consider (preparing for weather, meals, trying to figure out what drive times will look like, etc.). I'm trying not to stress and reminding myself that no matter what, we'll see some gorgeous views (and hopefully wildlife), so stay flexible and just enjoy each day! But I also want to be as prepared as possible, so advice is welcome.

I planned our Yellowstone and early and booked my lodging for canyon lodge and signal mountain, now I’m wondering what loop to follow and where to stay. I’ve read through many threads here and other sites. I’m overwhelmed and could use some advice. No flights are booked.
Our plan:
June 22nd -Fly into Bozeman- no lodging booked. Considered just staying in Bozeman for the night depending on what time flight arrives. Flying from East Coast.
June 23rd-nothing booked
June 24-26 canyon lodge booked
June 26-28 signal mountain lodge
June 29 ? Jackson Hole?
June 30 fly home

Would also love advice about other non park things to do in area. Rodeo? Anything else fun for 4 adults.

I overestimated how much soft drinks my family drinks over a week. sprites and coke zeros and shelf stable chocolate milks. leaving in the morning. could give it to you tomorrow morning before 10 am.

On our last visit I was complaining to my wife that we never see bears despite our frequent visits.

I admit we usually aren't in the prime locations to see them but odds are that we are there enough we'd think we'd see them more. Meanwhile we've practically run over bears in Grand Teton and Island Park areas.

It has been years since I'd gotten a good look at a bear in the park and I was noting our bad luck to my wife. Well, last week we ran into two black bear sightings in one day.

I think I'll keep complaining!

Hello everyone - a friend and I recently travelled to the Grand Tetons & Yellowstone - and loved it! I thought I'd post our itinerary for any other potential travellers to use in the future:)

We stayed at the climbers ranch cabins or camped the whole time - and smashed some great hikes and drove many miles. Super cool experience - no rest for the wicked!

*we had to be in Las Vegas at the end of our trip - so not only was it super cheap to rent a car out of Vegas but it was practical*

Hi! I’m visiting Yellowstone this week and am hoping I can get some advice on Lamar vs Hayden Valley for potential wildlife sightings, especially for wolves and bears. I’ve heard Lamar is unmatched, but have also read that Hayden Valley has been pretty good this year and that the Wapiti pack has been pretty active around there. Any advice/pointers would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.

We thought most of the flowers would be gone in late July but we were wrong.