Stories From Yellowstone

Dive Deeper INTO THE WEST

Yellowstone's Personal Photographer

Follow Yellowstone photographer Jacob W. Frank’s journey from childhood visits to capturing the park’s most powerful moments, including the 2022 floods and daily behind-the-scenes park life.

Keeping Seeds, Keeping Stories

Explore the story of seed saving, biodiversity, and food sovereignty in Montana’s Gallatin Valley, where a legacy seed keeper’s work inspires a new farm-based seed company rooted in place and tradition.

Fishing Bridge

Discover the story of Yellowstone’s Fishing Bridge, from its early days as a popular angling site to its evolution into a protected habitat reflecting the park’s shift toward conservation.

Breaking Barriers in Yellowstone

Discover the inspiring story of Marguerite Lindsley, Yellowstone’s first full-time female park ranger, who broke barriers in the 1920s while shaping early national park history.

Among the Savages

Step back into 1930s Yellowstone and discover the lives of seasonal workers, their unique traditions, colorful slang, wildlife encounters, and experiences during the Great Depression.

Held Up on the Grand Loop

Discover Yellowstone’s forgotten stagecoach robberies, from unsolved holdups to infamous outlaw legends, and explore the wild realities of early park travel.

Surviving Yellowstone

A gripping first-person survival account of Truman C. Everts, who became lost during the 1870 Yellowstone expedition and endured 37 days alone in the wilderness, an ordeal that helped shape early understanding and mythology of what would become Yellowstone National Park.

Eating Your Way to Yellowstone

Follow a culinary road trip to Yellowstone as the journey becomes part of the adventure, exploring top restaurants, cafés, and hidden gems across Bozeman, Livingston, Paradise Valley, and West Yellowstone.

Umvelt & Nissa

A feature on Umvelt and its adjoining restaurant Nissa, exploring how contrast therapy, sauna rituals, and intuitive, body-neutral dining come together to create a slow, sensory-focused wellness experience in downtown Bozeman.

A Fort for the Flowers

A feature exploring Rathvinden Farm and the global cut-flower supply chain, contrasting regenerative local floriculture in Montana’s Gallatin Valley with industrial rose production in Kenya, and examining the environmental, economic, and labor impacts behind everyday bouquets.

A Taste of Paris

From Paris to Bozeman, learn how Café Aurore grew from a farmers market startup into a beloved Main Street destination serving authentic French pastries and bread.

It Starts at the Dirt Road

Discover Gallatin River Lodge near Bozeman, where dirt road arrivals, Montana landscapes, and thoughtful hospitality create a peaceful retreat rooted in comfort, connection, and place.

Bridging the Gap Between Producers and Consumers in a Changing Food System

How Regen Market is rebuilding the food system by linking Montana's regenerative ranchers and farmers with consumers who value nutrient-dense food.

5 Fall Drives To Rival Summer Crowds

As the summer crowds thin and golden hues wash over the landscape, fall reveals a quieter side of Yellowstone Country. Whether you’re chasing changing leaves, wildlife sightings, or crisp mountain air, these five drives offer stunning views and fewer cars on the road.

Regional Foods To Warm You Up

After a brisk day spent exploring Yellowstone and its surrounding gateway towns, nothing beats warming up with hearty, regional flavors that showcase Yellowstone Country’s flavors

Winter Tracks To Look For In Yellowstone

When snow blankets Yellowstone, the landscape becomes a storybook of wildlife movement. Learn to identify tracks from wolves, bison, elk, and 7 other species.

Where Dragons Sleep: Geothermal Mysteries In The Mud Volcano Area

Explore Yellowstone's Mud Volcano area, where Black Dragon's Cauldron and Dragon's Mouth create an otherworldly landscape of bubbling mud, steam, and mystery.

Rewillding The Northern Plains

Explore American Prairie's mission to rewild Montana's Northern Great Plains, creating one of the largest nature reserves in the U.S. while restoring critical grassland ecosystems.

Bringing Back The Grizzly Bear

Follow Bruno, a fictional grizzly bear, on his 200-mile journey illustrating real efforts to reconnect isolated bear populations between Montana and Wyoming.

Salt Of The Earth

Montana's Old Salt Co-op is revolutionizing the meat industry through regenerative ranching, vertically integrated operations, and a James Beard-nominated restaurant.

Victory Day At Old Faithful

On the 147th anniversary of Little Bighorn, author Chris La Tray shares a sacred drum ceremony with Oglala Lakota elder Kelly Lookinghorse at Old Faithful.

Saving An Icon

Discover how the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee coordinates federal, state, and tribal efforts to protect Yellowstone's iconic grizzly bears.

Ghost Towns & Historic Spots That Feel Spookier in the Snow

Discover ghost towns and historic spots near Yellowstone that feel spookier in winter—from abandoned Nevada City to snow-draped Virginia City streets.

Displays & Disputes

From August bison battles to November ram clashes—a month-by-month guide to autumn rut season in Yellowstone and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Following The Light

Pennsylvania photographer Jeff Greco discovered his calling in Yellowstone's wild landscape—where Dave Matthews' music, conservation, and the magic of morning light converge.

Rails To Wonderland

Discover how railroads transformed Yellowstone from remote wilderness into America's first tourist destination, creating gateway towns and shaping the national park experience.

A Legendary Road Trip With Xanterra

Plan the ultimate American road trip with Xanterra. From Glacier to the Grand Canyon, experience legendary lodges, historic railways, and unforgettable adventures.

For Everything There Is A book

Discover the essential guide to Yellowstone's seasonal rhythms. Frank Craighead Jr.'s classic phenology book tracks wildlife, plants, and natural events week by week throughout the year.

Ways To Stay Active In Yellowstone | Winter

Discover 6 ways to stay active in Yellowstone this winter. From cross-country skiing and snowshoeing to wildlife watching and hot spring soaks, explore winter adventures in the park.

A Love Letter To The Boiling River

From her first visit at age seven to working summers in Mammoth just to be close to it, one Montana writer chronicles her lifelong devotion to Yellowstone's Boiling River, the only thermal feature in the park where bathing was allowed. When a devastating 2022 flood swept away this beloved natural hot springs, it became a poignant reminder of nature's power and impermanence.

Tune Into The park

Explore Yellowstone’s history, wildlife, and culture with our podcast picks. Discover stories from the park and its gateway towns

The Price Of Passage

Highway 89 through Paradise Valley has killed 1,685 animals in 11 years, costing $32 million in damages. Now, Yellowstone Safe Passages is working to build wildlife overpasses that could reduce collisions by over 90%.

The Mayflower

Meet the May Flower, Yellowstone's most important surviving stagecoach from the 1880s. Conservator Rawhide Johnson shares the story of restoring this rare artifact that carried the park's first tourists.

No Do-Overs In Paradise

A reflective story of family, fly fishing, and the rugged beauty of the Yellowstone River in 1979—where lessons on patience, pride, and paradise unfold with no do-overs.

Photography Guide To Yellowstone

Discover Yellowstone’s wild side with photographer James McKew. From wolves in Lamar Valley to grizzlies near Swan Lake, this guide shares tips, locations, and inspiration for capturing the park’s iconic wildlife.

Hikes To Fire Towers & Lookouts

Discover hikes to historic fire towers and lookouts in the Greater Yellowstone region, offering panoramic views, history, and unique overnight stays.

Best Of The Region | Victor Emporium

Discover the nostalgic charm of Victor Emporium in Victor, Idaho — a retro ice-cream parlor on Main Street known for its iconic Purple Peaks huckleberry-Oreo milkshake, vintage soda-shop vibe, and cozy atmosphere perfect for travelers winding down after a snow-fresh day at Grand Targhee.

A Sanctuary For The Soul & Senses | Bodhi Farms

Discover Bodhi Farms, a 35-acre eco-resort in Montana’s Cottonwood Canyon offering luxury glamping, farm-to-table dining, outdoor spa treatments, and mindful activities—all rooted in sustainability and a deep connection with nature

Read & Listen | Books & Podcasts From The Region

Explore Yellowstone’s history, wildlife, and culture with our top book and podcast picks. Discover stories from the park and its gateway towns

A Hidden Gem | Tumbleweed Bookstore

Tumbleweed Bookstore & Café in Gardiner, Montana, blends great food, local flavor, and community spirit, serving as a welcoming hub for residents and Yellowstone visitors alike.

Cowboy Bar Guide

Discover Yellowstone Country’s most unforgettable cowboy‑style watering holes — from rustic Montana saloons to iconic Jackson Hole bars. Find your next Western night out with live music, homemade pie, hearty pours, and timeless atmosphere

The Buffalo Man

The Buffalo Man — Discover the unforgettable encounter Chris Geremia had when a lone bison blocked his path into Yellowstone. This vivid tale captures the wild spirit, awe, and connection found in America’s great wilderness

Under The Brim Of The West

Discover Montana Territory Hat Company, where handmade cowboy hats honor the heritage, craftsmanship, and spirit of the American West—crafted with purpose, worn with pride, and built to become legacy pieces.

Elevated Adventures At Snow King

Experience the ultimate summer escape at Snow King Mountain Resort in Jackson Hole—where alpine adventures meet mountaintop dining, live music, and stargazing at the nation’s only summit observatory.

Lesser Known Wildlife

Yellowstone National Park offers incredible geological features and beautiful views, but oftentimes the most memorable part of a trip to Yellowstone is the incredible wildlife you see along the way. Being able to see bison, elk, or bears in their natural habitat interacting with each other as nature intended, is an incredible sight

Road To Yellowstone: The Work of Hiram Chittenden

Discover the legacy of Hiram Chittenden, Yellowstone’s visionary engineer who transformed the park’s rugged terrain with roads, bridges, and monuments—all while preserving its natural beauty.”

Experience The Freedom Of The Prairie

Experience the freedom of Montana’s wide-open grasslands at American Prairie, where bison roam, solitude reigns, and adventure is yours to define. This vast, restored ecosystem invites you to explore a wild landscape as it once was—and still is.

The Tallest of Them All

Steamboat Geyser is Yellowstone’s most elusive giant—unpredictable, powerful, and awe-inspiring. In this firsthand account, a storm chaser recalls the moment it erupted 300 feet into the air, shaking the ground and splitting a wooden sign in two. Discover why this rare spectacle ranks among the greatest natural wonders on Earth.

Stories From Yellowstone

Featured Stories

Lesser Known Wildlife

Steamboat Geyser

The Freedom Of The Prarie

Best of Yellowstone Country

What's the Rush? What's Your Hurry?

Keeping Yellowstone's Wildlife on the Move

The "How" of Conservation

Inside Yellowstone

Duck & Waterfowl Mania

Flying With Motus

Yellowstone's Night Shift Engineers

More Stories From Yellowstone

Yellowstone's Personal Photographer

Keeping Seeds, Keeping Stories

Fishing Bridge

Breaking Barriers in Yellowstone

Among the Savages

Held Up on the Grand Loop

Surviving Yellowstone

Eating Your Way to Yellowstone

Umvelt & Nissa

A Fort for the Flowers

A Taste of Paris

It Starts at the Dirt Road

Bridging the Gap Between Producers and Consumers in a Changing Food System

5 Fall Drives To Rival Summer Crowds

Regional Foods To Warm You Up

Winter Tracks To Look For In Yellowstone

Where Dragons Sleep: Geothermal Mysteries In The Mud Volcano Area

Rewillding The Northern Plains

Bringing Back The Grizzly Bear

Salt Of The Earth

Victory Day At Old Faithful

Saving An Icon

Ghost Towns & Historic Spots That Feel Spookier in the Snow

Displays & Disputes

Following The Light

Rails To Wonderland

A Legendary Road Trip With Xanterra

For Everything There Is A book

Ways To Stay Active In Yellowstone | Winter

A Love Letter To The Boiling River

Tune Into The park

The Price Of Passage

The Mayflower

No Do-Overs In Paradise

Photography Guide To Yellowstone

Hikes To Fire Towers & Lookouts

Best Of The Region | Victor Emporium

A Sanctuary For The Soul & Senses | Bodhi Farms

Read & Listen | Books & Podcasts From The Region

A Hidden Gem | Tumbleweed Bookstore

Cowboy Bar Guide

The Buffalo Man

Under The Brim Of The West

Elevated Adventures At Snow King

Lesser Known Wildlife

Road To Yellowstone: The Work of Hiram Chittenden

Experience The Freedom Of The Prairie

The Tallest of Them All

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