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Yellowstone National Park Winter

Posted on: January 15th, 2019 by The Hole Concierge No Comments

Yellowstone’s Winter Season is mid-December thru mid-March

During the winter months the majority of roads within the park are closed to automobiles. Snowmobiles and snowcoaches are really the only two ways to explore the park. Check out the snowmobile and snowcoach pages for further information.

Once inside the park you can snowshoe and cross country ski from various lodges. Yellowstone is truly awesome in the winter time. With the varied geothermal feature’s steam accented by the crisp winter air. Animals are often found clustered in small herds throughout the park. There are far fewer people in the park during the winter season, making tours much more unique.

Do not miss out on this remarkable adventure. It is an encounter with nature on a level rarely seen or experienced in the lower 48 states.

Be prepared for a long day. Tours usually pick up between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m. Breakfast and lunch are often included. The return time really depends on the weather, most tours generally arrive back in Jackson between 5 and 6 p.m.

Multi-day tours are also available through some vendors. These tours will venture into more areas of the park than the day tours. There is a much greater ability to see, know and understand this ecosytem and its inhabitants.

General Information

Be prepared. Dress warmly. Costs for these tours can be $300 or more per person, with peak season rates over $400.  National Park Entrance Fee – $20 per snowmobile.

Drivers in Yellowstone National Park must have a valid Driver’s License.

Bring your camera and enjoy.

For more information on wildlife and other activities in Jackson Hole, please contact us.

Grand Teton & Yellowstone Open

Posted on: May 10th, 2016 by thcAdmin No Comments

Spring is an adventurous time of year to visit the area. Weather can be unpredictable, but wildlife is on the move! The snowpack provides a beautiful contrast between the valley floor and the high peaks of the surrounding mountains. This year is the centennial for the National Parks System, come out, celebrate and enjoy these national treasures. Exploring Grand Teton and Yellowstone during the Spring months is a great time to be here. Before the Summer crowds hit, there are great dining deals to be had around Jackson. Wildlife viewing can be a much more natural experience than at busier times of year.

Yellowstone is currently open from Mammoth to Old Faithful; Madison to West Entrance; Norris to Canyon. The South Entrance is currently scheduled to open on May 13, 2016. The South entrance to Yellowstone National Park, which is the nearest to Jackson Hole, will soon be ready to accept visitors.  

Grand Teton National Park is currently open from Moran to the South Entrance of Yellowstone; Moose to Taggart Lake Parking Area. The park’s interior roads are scheduled to open on May 1, 2016.

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Most animals in the area will follow the receding snow  line into the high country surrounding the valley. Elk in particular migrate in large number in and out of Yellowstone, wintering in and around the National Elk Refuge. You may see large numbers of animals still on the refuge or just a few stragglers, depending upon the snow depths and migration patterns.

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Ranger Guided Snowshoeing

Posted on: March 6th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

Join a ranger for an educational and fun hike through the snow. Rangers offer guided snowshoe hikes from the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center.

Programs begin on December 26th and run through mid-March, snow depth permitting. The snowshoe walk lasts 2 hours. Beginning at 1:30 each day and ending at 3:30.

Reservations are required, call (307) 739-3399 for more details and to make reservations. Reservations are accepted beginning on December 1st. A $5 donation is suggested for the rental of snowshoes (provided during the ranger lead program). Support your national Parks. The program is a free service of the Ranger Programs from Grand Teton National Park.

Please wear appropriate winter clothing (e.g. hat, gloves, snow/wind pants, boots, etc.) and don’t forget your sunscreen and sunglasses.