Know Before You Go
Whether you're preparing for your upcoming Yellowstone adventure or just want to learn more about America's oldest national park, we've got you covered. We've rounded up an array of useful resources, from wildlife guides and packing tips to compelling first-hand accounts written by Nat Hab travelers and staff. The links below open each article in a new tab.
Travel Tips
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Yellowstone? We've got answers! We've compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions about wolves, wildlife, photography, weather and more.
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Wildlife Guide
Wildlife Guide
Learn about bison herds, wolf packs and the other incredible wildlife you'll encounter on your Yellowstone safari.
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Photography Tips
Photography Tips
Brush up on your photography skills before your Yellowstone photo expedition with these essential photo tips from our Natural Photographer blog.
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Yellowstone Trivia
Yellowstone Trivia
Take our quiz to put your knowledge to the test, then share it with your family and friends to see who knows the most about this national treasure!
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Winter Season Weather
Winter Season Weather
Find out the typical weather conditions and climate in Yellowstone National Park during the winter season.
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Winter Packing List
Winter Packing List
Check out this helpful checklist and packing guidelines with gear and clothing recommendations for your Yellowstone winter safari.
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Travel Stories & Articles
3 Ways to Celebrate International Wolf Day
3 Ways to Celebrate International Wolf Day
—By Lavanya Sunkara
Thanks to conservation efforts, the endangered wolf is now making a comeback. On August 13, the world celebrates these gorgeous animals on International Wolf Day to pay homage to their crucial contributions and bring attention to their plight.
Thanks to conservation efforts, the endangered wolf is now making a comeback. On August 13, the world celebrates these gorgeous animals on International Wolf Day to pay homage to their crucial contributions and bring attention to their plight.
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The Big Bad Wolf: Greater Yellowstone’s Greatest Controversy
The Big Bad Wolf: Greater Yellowstone’s Greatest Controversy
—By Megan Brief
Watch Nat Hab’s 'The Big Bad Wolf' and Read on for an Exclusive Interview with the Film’s Co-Producer—Wildlife Biologist, Aaron Bott.
Watch Nat Hab’s 'The Big Bad Wolf' and Read on for an Exclusive Interview with the Film’s Co-Producer—Wildlife Biologist, Aaron Bott.
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Where to See Wolves in Yellowstone National Park
Where to See Wolves in Yellowstone National Park
—By Michelle Peters
Let's take a look at the top places to see wolves in Yellowstone and learn why winter is the best time to spot them.
Let's take a look at the top places to see wolves in Yellowstone and learn why winter is the best time to spot them.
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9 Top Wildlife Experiences in Yellowstone National Park
9 Top Wildlife Experiences in Yellowstone National Park
—By Joel Centano
From spying the park’s largest and most powerful megafauna to its most colorful microscopic organisms, here’s a glimpse of the top wildlife experiences to look forward to on a Yellowstone safari.
From spying the park’s largest and most powerful megafauna to its most colorful microscopic organisms, here’s a glimpse of the top wildlife experiences to look forward to on a Yellowstone safari.
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Why Large Mammals Thrive in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
Why Large Mammals Thrive in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
—By Megan Brief
The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem is home to the largest concentration of mammals in the lower 48 states, a fact that its moniker, “North American Serengeti,” refers to.
The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem is home to the largest concentration of mammals in the lower 48 states, a fact that its moniker, “North American Serengeti,” refers to.
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What Makes Yellowstone’s Wild Wolves So Captivating?
What Makes Yellowstone’s Wild Wolves So Captivating?
—By Cathy Brown
The best place to wolf watch in Yellowstone is during dusk and dawn in Lamar Valley, where the aptly named Lamar Canyon Pack is often the most visible.
The best place to wolf watch in Yellowstone is during dusk and dawn in Lamar Valley, where the aptly named Lamar Canyon Pack is often the most visible.
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American Serengeti: Wildlife Wonders of Yellowstone
American Serengeti: Wildlife Wonders of Yellowstone
—By Laura Kiniry
Yellowstone’s “American Serengeti” is a nod to East Africa’s ecosystem of vast open plains, savanna and woodlands that is home to a drizzling array of wildlife.
Yellowstone’s “American Serengeti” is a nod to East Africa’s ecosystem of vast open plains, savanna and woodlands that is home to a drizzling array of wildlife.
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Fascinating Facts About Yellowstone National Park
Fascinating Facts About Yellowstone National Park
—By Emily Goodheart
Before your visit, here are some fascinating facts you may not have known about the wildlife, natural wonders and storied past of this beloved national park.
Before your visit, here are some fascinating facts you may not have known about the wildlife, natural wonders and storied past of this beloved national park.
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Yellowstone: A Problem for a Born Naturalist | A Glimpse Into the Life of a Yellowstone Guide
Yellowstone: A Problem for a Born Naturalist | A Glimpse Into the Life of a Yellowstone Guide
—By Nat Hab Expedition Leader, Benj Sinclair
One week of “assisted searching” on a small-group tour is all you need to prepare yourself for a lifetime of Yellowstone treasure hunting, right at the edge of the road.
One week of “assisted searching” on a small-group tour is all you need to prepare yourself for a lifetime of Yellowstone treasure hunting, right at the edge of the road.
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Traveler Story: Mammoth Springs, Moose and More in Yellowstone
Traveler Story: Mammoth Springs, Moose and More in Yellowstone
—By Nat Hab traveler, Steve Blake
This was my second trip with Nat Hab and the first time I had ventured to choose the photo itinerary.
This was my second trip with Nat Hab and the first time I had ventured to choose the photo itinerary.
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The Importance of the North American Grasslands Conservation Act for Native Lands and Bison
The Importance of the North American Grasslands Conservation Act for Native Lands and Bison
—By Laura Kiniry
How do we stop our grasslands from disappearing and instead, save and maintain them for future generations?
How do we stop our grasslands from disappearing and instead, save and maintain them for future generations?
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National Bison Month: From Conflict to Conservation
National Bison Month: From Conflict to Conservation
—By Joel Centano
From gaining a deeper understanding of these iconic creatures to getting wild with them in Yellowstone National Park, here are five of our favorite ways to commemorate the monthlong event.
From gaining a deeper understanding of these iconic creatures to getting wild with them in Yellowstone National Park, here are five of our favorite ways to commemorate the monthlong event.
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10 Reasons to Visit Yellowstone National Park in Winter
10 Reasons to Visit Yellowstone National Park in Winter
—By Michelle Peters
Winter is a pristine time in the Lamar Valley and the rest of the park, a time when nature enthusiasts can commune with the landscape and feel the raw authenticity of a winter wildlife safari.
Winter is a pristine time in the Lamar Valley and the rest of the park, a time when nature enthusiasts can commune with the landscape and feel the raw authenticity of a winter wildlife safari.
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The Winter Ecology of Yellowstone: Wildlife Survival Strategies & Adaptations to Climate Change
The Winter Ecology of Yellowstone: Wildlife Survival Strategies & Adaptations to Climate Change
—By Megan Brief
Every resident animal, plant and microbe species in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem evolved over millions of years to endure the extreme elements.
Every resident animal, plant and microbe species in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem evolved over millions of years to endure the extreme elements.
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A Photographer’s Guide to Visiting Yellowstone in Winter
A Photographer’s Guide to Visiting Yellowstone in Winter
—By Michelle Peters
Particularly for shutterbugs, Yellowstone National Park winter visits are legendary.
Particularly for shutterbugs, Yellowstone National Park winter visits are legendary.
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Small Wonders on a Yellowstone Wolf & Wildlife Photo Safari
Small Wonders on a Yellowstone Wolf & Wildlife Photo Safari
—By Mark Jordahl, Adventure Communications Director at Nat Hab
Wherever your travels take you next, to Africa, Asia or right here in our own backyard in North America’s national parks, don’t forget to appreciate the less-obvious, diminutive highlights.
Wherever your travels take you next, to Africa, Asia or right here in our own backyard in North America’s national parks, don’t forget to appreciate the less-obvious, diminutive highlights.
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Grand Teton National Park Photo-Essay: from Marmots to Moose and Pikas to Pronghorn
Grand Teton National Park Photo-Essay: from Marmots to Moose and Pikas to Pronghorn
—By Candice Gaukel Andrews
Go to Grand Teton National Park in the fall as I recently did, and see moose to marmots and pronghorn to pikas!
Go to Grand Teton National Park in the fall as I recently did, and see moose to marmots and pronghorn to pikas!
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