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While summer brings tank top weather, spring offers flowers and newborns, and fall offers a bounty of glorious color, there’s nothing quite like winter. Untouched snowscapes, fences of icicles, frozen rivers and foraging wildlife make this the most wonderful time of the year – even in the deep backcountry. It goes without saying that you want to experience it all up close and personal, right? Well, here’s your chance: an Old Faithful snowmobile tour. Fewer People to Jostle You Wintertime brings a much-reduced crowd of tourists, so it’s a better time to enjoy the unspoiled beauty of our first national park. Plus, on a snowmobile you can get away from the bustle of the lodge and its grounds, and see Old Faithful from a different vantage point. A Glorious Winter Backdrop While Old Faithful is impressive any time of year,…

Boasting more than 2.2 million acres of land and spanning across three different states, Yellowstone National Park is one of the largest national parks in the country. Not surprisingly, a lot of work goes into maintaining the park and protecting its visitors. Those who are hoping to explore Yellowstone National Park need to stay informed…

You’re finally headed to Yellowstone, and your head is dancing with visions of mountains and bison and sugarplum fairies! Or something like that. But with all the excitement likely comes confusion and uncertainty: Where should you stay? What should you do? What do you need to know about attractions? Here’s a quick rundown of the…

Touring beautiful, natural landscapes and enjoying the American West are two favorite pastimes of anyone lucky enough to live in or visit the United States. There’s no better way to make that experience stand out than a wildlife tour … but what should you expect? Here are a few must-know facts before you get started….

A trip to Yellowstone National Park is a journey that you won’t soon forget. Taking a road trip out to this wild, beautiful place will make the memories even more vivid, but a trek to Yellowstone requires some careful planning to make sure you get the most out of your adventure. Where to Go A…

We all love a cuddly bear … from the safety of our own living rooms, that is. Out in the wild? Well, that’s a different matter. Bear sightings are an awe-inspiring experience, but one you have to plan for if you hope to spot them – not to mention do so safely. Here’s the 4-1-1…

As the leaves scatter to the ground across Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park, one might assume that fall is the time of year when nature quiets down and prepares for the long winter sleep ahead. On the contrary, autumn is a lively season in the wide open ranges of Jackson, Wyoming, which makes for…

The grand natural beauty of Yellowstone National Park is appealing to people from around the world, and the vast majority of travelers who want to experience this park come during the blissful summer months. This often leads to high crowds and traffic jams around the tourist hot spots. At Scenic Safaris, we believe that Yellowstone…

Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are stunning year round, and here at Scenic Safaris we recommend planning a visit to Jackson Hole, WY within the season that appeals to you most.  Here are some of the most popular winter and summer tours in Yellowstone and Grand Teton. Summertime Explorations in Yellowstone and Teton The most in-demand…

Spanning more than 3,500 square miles, Yellowstone National Park is not only the oldest National Park in the country but also one of the largest. It’s fairly impossible to do all of Yellowstone in a day — the park is a destination in and of itself. Here’s a few tips for creating the perfect Yellowstone trip itinerary:…

In all likelihood, your itinerary for your trip to Yellowstone National Park includes a stop at the infamous Old Faithful geyser and the colorful Grand Prismatic Spring, but you may have inadvertently omitted Obsidian Cliff. If you haven’t included this stop on your schedule, be sure to add Obsidian Cliff to your list of must-see sites! Obsidian Cliff: What You Need to Know Obsidian Cliff is a primary source of obsidian (glass-like volcanic rock) not only within Yellowstone but also throughout the United States. For thousands of years, humans have been utilizing the obsidian from this cliff in order to create tools and products. Obsidian also played an important role in the trade between nations and civilizations. For thousands of years, Obsidian Cliff has been a destination quarry for hunter-gatherers, but it wasn’t until 1996 that it was designated as a…

Yellowstone National Park has an abundance of natural and geological features you will not find anywhere else in the world. Eagle Peak is the highest point in the park and was formed by volcanic activity and water erosion. Here’s everything you need to know about Eagle Peak.  Geological History  Millions of years ago during the Eocene Age, intense volcanic activity took place in what is now known as Yellowstone National Park. Years later, an ice age set in, which covered the area in layers of ice over a thousand feet thick. Eventually that ice melted and eroded portions of the mountain forming creeks that ran through the peaks and valleys. This long process of natural formation resulted in Eagle Peak, set at 11,367 elevation atop the Absaroka Mountain Range. But it wasn’t until the 1930s that Eagle Peak would…