Inside Yellowstone

The water in Appolinaris Spring reminded early visitors of the taste of the water from a popular, naturally carbonated, spring in Germany. Our spring was named for the German, Apollinaris Spring.

The Snowlodge is the newest lodge in Yellowstone. This warm, inviting, timber-frame structure opened in 1999.

A bay of Yellowstone Lake and the marina located there were named due to their proximity to the natural bridge. They hold the names Bridge Bay and Bridge Bay Marina.

This ancient lakebed is now a huge valley that, each summer, hosts the largest bison rut in the world.

Does Old Faithful erupt as predicted when the temperature is 40 below zero (F)? Do droughts or heavy rains effect geysers? This video provides some of the answers.

Ranger George provides a information about this largest land mammal in North America. Bison are not only icons that represents the National Park Service but they are also an American icon.

The small grey birds called Dippers got their names from their behavior of dipping their bodies repeatedly before diving into the cold waters of Yellowstone's streams. While submerged they locate insect larvae, fish eggs, and other tidbits that serve as staples in their diet.

With over 2000 campsites, camping opportunities abound for Yellowstone visitors. There are sites for tent campers as well as those driving recreational vehicles. One of our campgrounds, Fishing Bridge RV Park, even offers hookups.

Learn a little about stellar dendrites, simple crystals, and diamond dust. This video will help you develop a better appreciation for the white stuff.

To protect yourself from the dangers of avalanches, watch this video to learn the basics, then follow the links on the bottom of the page to study the details.