596 miles. That’s the distance between Paris and Berlin. 959 kilometers. Thats how many miles of trails you have when snowmobiling the Northern Continental Divide Trail on top of Togwotee Pass. Think of that; throttle wide open as you and your machine hurtle across some of the most vast, the most beautiful, the most wild country in the American West.
There is a certain way that the sun hits the snow just right. It’s the way it would hit a prism or a crystal. It shines over the blanket of whiteness and explodes, dazzles, flings itself into the air with wild abandon. This is winter in Dubois, Wyoming, up on Togwotee or Union Pass. Maybe it’s just you, maybe you brought along some friends. Either way you hear that crunch of the snow beneath your snowshoes. Or maybe there is only the sound of your skis as they glide through feet of fresh powder.
Starting from Jackson, Wyoming, we embarked on a snowmobiling tour through Yellowstone. It was one of the most amazing experiences we could have imagined, but let’s begin from the start.
We’re originally from Germany and were looking for a special adventure for our two day stay in Jackson, Wyoming. So, little did we know that we would be met by positive surprises building up to our first Yellowstone National Park visit.
Yellowstone National Park is a shining example of our nation’s best idea; the National Park System. With stunning Rocky Mountain Landscapes, thermal geysers and unparalleled opportunities to see wildlife roam free, Yellowstone Country is a must for anyone wanting to experienced the unsullied American frontier. But with roughly 4.7 million visitors passing through the park in 2025 alone, that shining example of nature can feel a touch crowded. If it’s solitude you are looking for, though, consider that Yellowstone is bordered by hundreds of miles of National Forests that provide much of the same stunning landscapes and opportunities for wildlife viewing with none of the silly tour groups or lines of cars.
East Yellowstone is a destination all on its own. Family-owned and operated guest lodges spread along the North Fork of the Shoshone River flowing from Yellowstone National Park. Each lodge offers unique experiences, collectively offering a warm and welcoming vibe.
Let’s be honest: I have always been a bit hesitant about visiting Yellowstone National Park. It sounds crazy, I know. I was skeptical about these bumper to bumper cars and these crowds of people that everyone always spoke about. I thought to myself, “is this really what Yellowstone is all about, is there really not some place that is still in the wild?” Well I’m glad I didn’t fall into the talk of the crowds. Let me tell you about The Lodges of East Yellowstone.
At the southern edge of Montana lies the town of Big Sky. It’s 90 minutes from the north entrance of Yellowstone National Park and packed with activities. The people of Big Sky cherish the outdoors, and you can’t help but notice, wandering its streets and hiking its various, surrounding trails. It feels authentic, considered, and in-touch with your adventure needs.
To unravel the backstory of the Heart Mountain Relocation Center, we need to rewind 75 years+ to when the events of Pearl Harbor shook the United States. In Europe, Hitler was blitzing Britain’s cities and France was already under Nazi rule. After years of hesitance, the time had come for America to join the fight. The day following Pearl Harbor, America declared war on Japan. They joined a conflict that would eventually claim more than 30 million lives.
Are the Big Horn Mountains and the Sweet 16 the best way to enter Yellowstone? The route, known as the Sweet 16, is a secret of the US, and one that’s emerging fast. Here’s what you need to know, in the right order.
West Yellowstone is a town in southern Montana, on the western edge of Yellowstone National Park. Home to much, you can head to its numerous attractions year-round – though there’s one time that stands out: Spring.