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Why Take Your Children Camping? – Here are Some Uncontestable Reasons

16 May

As purported by many child health advocates, such as the American No Child Left Inside Coalition, Nature is necessary for a child’s mental, emotional, and physical health. So, if you are thinking about taking children on your Yellowstone camping trip, here are some encouraging points to support your choice.

Yellowstone Holiday is a good destination for children because it affords the convenience of having a cabin in West Yellowstone, instead of camping in a tent, while still providing immediate access to the great outdoors and the many opportunities of the area.

Many of the things that apply to adults also apply to children. When we step into nature, we experience a respite from all the stressors and triggers of our complicated lives; we can breathe easier, and we are flooded by a sense of calm and wellbeing. It is the same for children. Especially if your children struggle with school or family-related stress, or conditions like ADHD, Nature not only provides a soothing salve, but also offers many ways for children to channel their energy.

Children are sensory individuals. They learn a lot through their senses and are greatly impacted by the auditory, tactile, olfactory stimulations in their environments. Camping provides a full-blown sensory experience with a diversity of outdoor sounds, the touches of breeze or exposure to the elements, beautiful sights, and strong scents. Camping offers them an experience they ordinarily may not have in their daily lives.

If those benefits are not enough – consider that camping is a hugely educational experience for a child. Children get to learn about the cycles and ways of nature. They hear different bird sounds of in the mornings; they have the opportunity to witness small wild animals search for food, interact with each other, or build a home in their natural habitats. They see a large amount of diverse vegetation in a different environment. When trees might have just seemed liked ornaments before – in the wild they are fully alive and make homes for many creatures. Thus, children learn to appreciate why nature is important, and the importance of taking care of it.

Camping can also teach children basic skills in independence and survival. It teaches them how to tackle challenges with industriousness and patience. Performing even minimal tasks while helping to prepare, set up or pack up camp, or being in charge of things while camping, teaches a child responsibility and boosts their self-esteem.

Camping most often comes with other great activities that boast their own benefits. There are many hiking trails around Hebgen Lake that you and your family can enjoy. Hiking offers great exercise and close-up views of small wildlife that otherwise seem to live in hiding. The exercise benefits of hiking are good for muscle toning and strength building, cardiovascular endurance, and lungs.

While they hike, children can learn about different types of trees and ground cover, while observing the kinds of animals that live in various levels of the environment – inside the trees, in holes in the ground, under rocks, etc.

Fishing offers children the opportunity to learn a true outdoors craft – all the mechanics of throwing a line, baiting, knowing when and where to cast, the different kinds of fish and their habits, how to reel one in…The list goes on with the amount of things a child can learn while fishing with adults. They will gain a sense of pride while learning skills that they can take with them for life. Fishing at Hebgen Lake is a fun and popular sport. The lake is known for its great fly-fishing opportunities and large trout.

If you won’t take your children fishing this time around, many of the watersports available at the Hebgen Lake campground will be a sure hit with them. Boating at Hebgen Lake can range from canoeing to a serene sail on the water. Boating encourages reflection and connection with the environment, inspires wonderment about the world within the water, so different from the one above, and will both excite and delight children.

Taking your children camping will alter their minds whether you do it once or make it a regular tradition. It will also help to shape a positive lifelong attitude towards nature, not to mention the lifetime memories that will inspire good personal growth.

 
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Take a Yellowstone Vacation at the Country’s First National Park

07 May

Yellowstone National Park is millions of acres of wild wonder, spanning across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. The park has largely remained in its natural ecological state since it was established as America’s first national park in 1872. It has half of the world’s geothermal features – about two-thirds of the world’s known geysers are found here. The geysers, hot springs pressurized by active volcanic areas nestled deep underground, are known for spraying out turbulent spews of hot water and steam. One of the most famous of all of these, named Old Faithful in 1870, is considered the most predictable geographical feature on the planet, spraying out a jet of boiling water over 100 feet into the air at about every 91 minutes. Other thermal features of the park include 10,000 sites of hot springs, mudpots, and fumaroles.

Any truly satisfying trip to Yellowstone will necessarily last several days. Camping in Yellowstone National Park would put you directly in touch with the park’s activities, but you can also take advantage of an inexpensive Yellowstone cabin rental just outside the park. Yellowstone Holiday, for example, offers 24 cozy cabins and 36 RV slips right at the edge of Hebgen Lake. Complete with an onsite marina, general store, camper kitchen, convenient shower and restroom facilities, this Yellowstone campground provides a perfect option for facilitating your Yellowstone Park activities. After settling in and enjoying the serene beauty and comfort of the Hebgen lakeside scenery, venture off into a world of discovery at Yellowstone National Park.

There are a plethora of things to do there. Cycling hobbyists will delight at the many biking routes in Yellowstone. Cyclists are urged to wear safety gear and be mindful of traffic on the roads as many of them are shared with vehicles. Only a few routes are restricted to visitors on bike and foot.

The hiking in Yellowstone Park is truly special. You will come across the many traits that have given Yellowstone its reputation for beauty and awe. You will have the chance to see many kinds of wildlife depending on the time of year and the animals’ habitat preference. Yellowstone advises that you keep a respectful and safe distance from all wildlife. It is further prohibited, while on foot, for you to approach a bear or wolf within 100 yards or other animals within 25 yards. It is also illegal to approach or remain near any wildlife in any way that disturbs the animal.

Another option for exploration is to go on a truly charming horseback, llama, or wagon ride through the backcountry. Boating and fishing opportunities are of the best quality and you may take advantage of the many licensed Yellowstone fishing and boating guides and outfitters.

Make a plan to visit the Yellowstone’s Heritage and Research Center, a 32,000-square-foot facility housing a museum and archival collection, research library, archeology lab, and a herbarium. You may learn about the native people that lived on Yellowstone lands thousands of years ago, as well as their traditions, history and uses of resources in the Yellowstone area.

On one of your trips to or fro your Yellowstone Holiday camp base, stop by the Museum of the Yellowstone and the Yellowstone IMAX Theater just outside the park in the town of West Yellowstone, to learn more about the history of this wonderful park.

 
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Make Memorable Moments at Hebgen Lake

04 May

Hebgen Lake is a man-made lake that was created in 1914 by the construction of the Hebgen Dam. Known for its prime collection of rainbow and brown trout, the lake is also renowned for a piece of fascinating history involving the 1959 Yellowstone earthquake. The earthquake, which registered a 7.5 magnitude and lasted for 30 seconds, damaged the dam, releasing water into the Madison River, subsequently causing flooding of the valley and the evacuation of three nearby towns. The dam was repaired several weeks afterwards, and since then Hebgen Lake has provided a quiet escape for visitors and fishers staying in the region.

Extending 65 miles around with a length of 16 miles and width of 4 miles, Hebgen Lake is a pocket of water in the midst of breathtaking scenery. Surrounded by grassy lands, and pine-covered mountains stretching for miles, the Hebgen lakeside is the location of Yellowstone Holiday’s resort destination.

Perfect for a relaxing getaway, the campground at Hebgen Lake offers the conveniences of comfort in the very lap of nature. The camp’s cozy cabins offer several camping options while putting you in touch with the joys of lake life right outside the door. In addition to the resort’s rustic cabins, there are 36 RV slips for those who can carry their homes on the road. Each slip offers full hookups, has its own firepit for cozy campfires, and are an easy walk to the lakeside.

The Beaver Den Facility is perfect for your day-lake group excursion and a convenient place where members of your group can all gather, cook, share meals, and enjoy entertainment. The resort center has internet access, and for cabins without restrooms, there are bathrooms, shower facilities, and a laundry area.

Fishing at Hebgen Lake is said to be a one-of-a-kind experience. The lake is filled with cutthroats, rainbows, and browns and is reputed to be one of the best dry fly lakes in North America. Trout are feeding close to the surface of the lake during the spring; later on in the season, the fish have moved closer to the weed beds. From July to August, hatches on the lake migrate; the fish follow them, and so do fishermen. Although shoreline fishing is possible, it is recommended that you go out on the lake in a boat. With an onsite Hebgen Lake marina equipped with launch ramps, and boat slips as well as a boat rental service, you have everything you need for your fishing trip on the lake. Fishing licenses are also available for sale and you will find a host of fishing supply shops nearby.

Rental kayaks, canoes, and paddleboats make for a family vacation of watersport fun; the beach area gives the opportunity for a refreshing dip in the water, which is the warmest in July. After a morning of fishing, or boating, spend the rest of the day relaxing with your loved ones while looking out into the distance or take to the campground courts for a game of volleyball, tetherball, or horseshoes.

For wildlife enthusiasts, the Montana Hebgen Lake area is habitat to a rich diversity of Montana wildlife. From the lake, you may see sandhill cranes, herons, white pelicans, osprey, western grebes, Canadian geese, wood ducks, mallards, loons, and bald and golden eagles. Bison, moose, and deer are often seen nearby, while elk, mountain goats, sheep, fox, and coyote will wander by occasionally. Even a wolf or bear is spotted every once in a while.

Come share in the memorable moments Yellowstone Holiday has to offer, and take home a storehouse of anecdotes and stories to share with those you left behind. Next time, they will want to come too!

 
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Make your Family Vacation a Yellowstone Vacation

01 May

With expansive sky-mountain-water views that roll on to meet the horizon, Yellowstone Holiday’s Hebgen Lakeside campground has a little bit of something for every family member. The camping experience is something that provokes true wonder for elders, adults and children alike; yet it is often difficult to get so close to nature without the inconveniences that tent camping poses for some families, especially those with children.

Yellowstone Holiday’s cabin rentals make camping a simple matter with three different cabin styles to choose from and a total of 24 cabins in all. For young children, the comfort of solid shelter, beds, and close proximity to bathrooms provide a sense of familiarity and safety. Bathroom access may make it easier for children who might be in the middle of their toilet-training phase. The convenience of a kitchenette, running water, and a stable, clean environment to prepare child feedings is an added plus. Remember to bring your own towels, linens, and kitchen utensils, as these are not provided in the cabins.

Moose Cottage Duplexes are located across from the lakeshore. Meant for larger families, the duplex consists of two sides, each its own self-contained cottage unit with sleeping facilities to accommodate up to six people. The bathrooms have full baths, and the living areas contain a sofa sleeper. The kitchenettes are equipped with a large dining table, small bar fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Families of more than six persons could rent a duplex and take advantage of remaining in close proximity.

Elk Haven cabins also face Hebgen Lake, offering comfortable accommodations for up to 7 people. Each cabin has a separate bedroom, a living room area containing a daybed, and a bathroom. Just like the Moose Cottage Duplexes, the kitchenette in these cabins has a dining table, small bar fridge, microwave, and a coffee maker.

The Bear Necessities cabins are just what their names imply. They contain just the basic conveniences for a camping trip, complete with a double bed and twin bunk beds meant to sleep up to four people. Clean and modern restrooms and showers can be found at the campground’s nearby Resort Center. Bear Necessities cabins are the least expensive option and provide an opportunity for a more rugged experience while still having the basic comforts.

If you want to bring your RV camper, Yellowstone holiday offers one of the several RV Parks in West Yellowstone. There are 36 full hookup RV sites within a quick walk to the lakeshore.

Yellowstone Holiday’s serene campground offers hiking, fishing, watersports, boating, and wildlife viewing. It makes a perfect holiday, but just minutes away from your West Yellowstone cabin rental is a whole world of activity. Lying along the edge of the country’s first national park and ecological pride, Yellowstone National Park, West Yellowstone is an area replete with history, culture, and fascinating nature.

The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center is only 15 minutes away from the campground. It is a place where visitors can come to view and learn about grizzly bears and grey wolves – an experience bound to excite any child.

Take your family to see a movie at Bears Den, the town’s only movie theater open year round or reserve your seats at The Playmill Theatre, which presents live theatre entertainment good for the whole family. Musicals and comedies are featured May through September.

For history buffs, the Museum of the Yellowstone will give you fascinating details about the history of Yellowstone National Park from its beginnings to its present day existence. Another similar feature is the Yellowstone Imax Theatre which provides a cinematic experience of Yellowstone’s history, wildlife and geothermal traits. Journey to Virginia City, Montana, a cherished ghost town that remains very much alive. The town retains its historic and romantic legends of goldseekers and pioneers of the Old West.

There are tons of fishing outfitters in the West Yellowstone area to excite any avid angler. Arrick’s Fly Shop, Bud Lilly’s Trout Shop, and Jacklin’s Fly shop all offer guided fishing trips and instructors in addition to tackle, flies, fly-tying materials, outdoor clothing, camping, fishing gear, and even jewelry.

FreeHeel & Wheel is a full service bicycle specialty shop. They sell and rent bicycles as well as service them, and also offer information about mountain biking opportunities nearby.

With so much to do, you might forget to take time to simply sit and soak in the beauty of your campground environment – but either way, you will leave satisfied. Make your family vacation a Yellowstone vacation and reserve your spot at Yellowstone Holiday today!

 
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This Summer, Have your Family Reunion at Yellowstone Holiday!

28 Apr

There are seldom more important things in life than spending priceless moments with family. These funny, charming, dramatic, caring characters profoundly affect your life journey. A family reunion is a true gem of an experience and an opportunity for your family to celebrate its journey together in life. At Hebgen Lake, Yellowstone Holiday provides you an opportunity to have a family reunion you will be talking about for years to come.

Yellowstone Holiday’s Beaver Den facility is perfect for the occasion. Situated at the Hebgen lakeside, this large cabin is meant for facilitating the good times of a large group. Throw a party, play group games like Pictionary or charades, or have a dance. DVD, VHS, and CD Players give you the option to play your selected music, or to view your favorite movies together. The restroom conveniently has a shower so that you can change or get cleaned up without going too far. The den has a full-service kitchen with stove, sink, microwave, and fridge, so feel free to turn this kitchen into your home away from home. A large porch makes for a nice party area with tables, chairs and a gas barbecue.

Yellowstone Holiday’s friendly staff is more than happy to help families prepare a truly memorable experience. Groups can request a themed party three weeks in advance of the intended gathering, and staff will go to work with all the decorating and preparation. (Keep in mind that all food planning and arrangements will be left to you, so come prepared with all the ingredients to cook-up your family favorites).

Yellowstone Holiday’s Hebgen Lake marina rents fishing boats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboats. With boat slips located just a few steps away, you can take your boats out onto the water for a fun family fishing trip. Fishing at Hebgen Lake has a sparkling reputation amongst dry fly fishers. Anglers have caught rainbow and brown trout fish measuring 14 to 18 inches. Rent Yellowstone Holiday canoes to explore 16-miles of lake adventure or splash about at the swim beach. A hike up Mount Hebgen is a great choice for the fittest of your crew, and volleyball, horseshoe, and tetherball facilities will get your adrenaline pumping while eliciting peals of laughter.

For stays longer than a day, there are 24 separate cottages. Each Yellowstone cabin rental is equipped with facilities to sleep between 4 and 7 people. A general store can get you quick snacks, treats, and refreshments, and there are conveniences like fishing supplies, fuel, firewood, and ice available. There’s also free wireless internet.

With tons of things to do in the West Yellowstone area, you may want to venture out of your joyful haven for more great family activities. From a visit to the famed geysers at the magnificent Yellowstone National Park and a mountain biking trip through nearby trails to catching a flick at the town cinema or visiting an old gold mining town, there are endless options for making your family reunion a complete West Yellowstone Vacation. Whether or not you choose to venture out into surrounding areas, Hebgen Lake offers your family a serene respite to reconnect and bond, creating memories to cherish for a lifetime.

 
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Leave Your Tent at Home, Rent a Yellowstone Cabin!

25 Apr

When it comes to getting the raw experience of the great outdoors, nothing comes close to lying in a sleeping bag on the hard ground, the sounds of nightlife right at your ear, and just a layer of nylon and polyester separating you from the elements. But camping in a tent is not always as romantic as it sounds.

For many, tenting presents discomforts that damper a camping experience rather than enhance it. For some, it’s the sheer inconvenience of not having a mattress and the shelter of solid material; for others it’s back pain, or the inability to move, bend, stretch with the same vitality and vigor that youth have. In any case, there are valid reasons why people would much prefer to lay in the lap of Mother Nature, from the safety and comfort of a cabin.

For one, using tents on a camping trip requires an enormous amount of planning and preparation. Not knowing how to setup a tent, or how to pack for tent camping, can turn your camping trip into a nightmare. You have to think about an appropriate tent to carry, how to pitch your tent correctly and safely, how to prep your campsite, ensure that there is even ground, and be prepared for various weather conditions including, rain, wind, and cold. Another thing to worry about, after the tent is all setup and secure, is sleeping arrangements. Mats and sleeping bags may be enough for some camping enthusiasts, but others just really need to feel a firm mattress beneath them, otherwise it’s misery.

Yellowstone Holiday’s rustic cabins at Hebgen Lake provide a safe and comfortable shelter as a base for enjoying the many activities around you. Each rustic, wooden cabin has several beds and various other amenities. The cabins are great for people of all ages in your family or group; an elder person, for example, or young children who feel more comfortable in familiar settings. Camping in cabins create comfort for all these individuals of the family, while still allowing them the privilege of the Hebgen Lake experience.

Your options include a range of conveniences to suit your camping style and needs. The Bear Necessities cabins each have a bunk bed and double bed. These cabins, situated on the shore of Hebgen Lake give you a fundamental camping experience while still providing you basic comfort and security. Campers may access modern restrooms and showers at the campground’s resort center, which also has a laundry room, camper kitchen, and internet access. Remember to bring your own linens and kitchen utensils as the cabins do not have any!

Elk Haven cabins offer the next level of camping with convenience. These gorgeous cabins are like mini-homes. They each have a bedroom with bunk beds, living area with a day bed, and a charming kitchenette with small dining table, bar fridge, microwave, and coffee maker.

For larger groups or families, the Moose Cottage Duplex is a prime choice. These larger double cottages offer more space with two self-contained units in each structure. The bedroom in each side of these duplexes can sleep up to six people with an additional sofa sleeper in the living area. The bathroom has a full bath and the kitchenette boasts a large dining table, with bar fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. All cabins have heaters.

Camping at Hebgen Lake gives you access to a wide variety of experiences. Take a climb up the mountainside, angle for trout on one of the best West Yellowstone fishing spots, lounge in a serene boat ride out onto the lake, go waterskiing, play some volleyball or tetherball, cook up a feast on the barbecue grill, rejuvenate your senses on the beach, settle down around a cozy campfire and share stories.

Wake in the morning to the sounds of birds echoing in the vast silence. Prepare yourself a meal, grab some coffee and emerge outdoors into the expanse of wild, right outside your doorstep. Saunter across the grassy lawn before you stop right at the edge of Hebgen Lake – to take a deep fulfilling breath and start all over again.

 
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Yellowstone Holiday Cabins & Accommodations

24 Jul

Yellowstone Holiday is a wonderful mix between camping outdoors and staying in a comfortable hotel room. Visitors will get all the flavor of camping out under the stars and yet they will have a comfy bed and hot shower to go home to at night. After trekking around Yellowstone National Park all day, you will definitely want a soft bed and hot shower at the end of the day and a cabin near West Yellowstone is the answer.

Big Box chain hotels really don’t give you the authentic flavor of Yellowstone. They all look exactly the same on the inside and the outside. At Yellowstone Holiday there are 24 cozy cabins with fully equipped kitchenettes that sleep from 4 to 7 people. Your entire family will be comfortable in just one cabin. Plus they offer 36 Big-Rig RV sites.

Yellowstone Holiday also has a quaint general store with its own bathroom and shower facility. You can purchase last minute supplies there like bread, cold drinks or fishing bait. The resort center has a convenient laundry, modem data port desk and a camper kitchen. Every room overlooks beautiful Lake Hebgen.Lodging on Lake Hebgen is perfect for vacationers.

At Yellowstone Holiday you will find a marina with a launch ramp, boat slips, propane and fuel. They rent fishing boats, kayaks, canoes and paddle boats. You can even purchase your fishing license at the Yellowstone Marina on beautiful Lake Hebgen.

If you are tired of tramping around Yellowstone National Park and ready to lay back and relax with friends and family, they have many choices for your pleasure. You can organize a fun game of volleyball, tetherball or horseshoes. They offer a barbecue and fire pit area, plus a swimming beach, and shoreline fishing.

Rustic Yellowstone cabinshave that outdoorsy feel and yet give you all the comforts of home, plus they are very affordable. Each one has a breathtaking view of Lake Hebgen. Walk right out the front door of your cozy cabin and down to Lake Hebgen Marina within moments.

Lake Hebgen is a fisherman’s paradise and thousands of people come out for west Yellowstone fishing each year.The lake overflows with large, beautiful rainbow and brown trout. It is common for anglers to pull a 16” Rainbow Trout from Lake Hebgen.

A rustic cabin will give you the sense and feel of the great outdoors. Don’t miss out on the beauty and grandeur of Yellowstone National Park by staying in a chain hotel. Reserve your cozy cabin today from Yellowstone Holiday. July is the busiest month of the year so be sure to call early for the best accommodations.

 
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Explore Yellowstone: an Educational Experience for the Whole Family

01 Jun

Yellowstone National Park is not just a fun, entertaining destination for tourists. There is a wealth of history associated with this natural wonder. For instance, the area we now know as Yellowstone National Park was home to many tribes of American Indians for over 11,000 years.Researchers have surveyed more than a thousand archaeological sites.

In the surrounding community of West Yellowstone you will find several amazing museums with priceless Indian artifacts. You can read all about the history of the land itself and the people who dwelt there over the centuries such as the Crow and Blackfoot Indians. West Yellowstone also has great shopping and restaurants.

The well-lovedGrizzly & Wolf Discovery Center is open every day for live viewings of wolves and grizzly bears. They also offer IMAX programs about nature all shown on a six-story IMAX screen. Your family will never forget this little side adventure.

The lush green forests that surround West Yellowstone are teeming with so many amazing animals like foxes, wolves, bison, moose and elk. In the springtime visitors can often view baby bison just born. These types of first hand experiences can give your children a lifelong thirst for knowledge and a deep appreciation for nature.

In and around the park you will also see hundreds of species of birds, fish and mammals, some of which are endangered. The things your family will learn while exploring Yellowstone National Park are priceless and these are the types of memories most children hold onto for years to come.

Part of your treasured journey into the beauty and majesty of Yellowstone involves where you stay. Staying at a chain hotel doesn’t really give you the flavor of the wilderness adventure. Many tourists have found that in order to become one with the great outdoors it helps to stay in a rustic cabin on Lake Hebgen. From that vantage point, you can easily view the Hebgen Mountains or walk to the lake for a day of picnicking.

You are right in the thick of all that is Yellowstone National Park when you stay at Yellowstone Holiday. We offer cozy cabins that will sleep from 4 to 7 people and 36 big-rig RV sites for campers. You can relax on your front porch with a cup of coffee and breathe in the fresh morning air that drifts in from the nearby mountains.

Hebgen Lake Marina is just down the road, plus Yellowstone Holiday provides its own marina and boat dock. At our General Store, you can pick up some supplies for your fishing trip or picnic. Fishing at Hebgen Lake is always spectacular and the lake is full of rainbow and brown trout.

The great thing about staying at Yellowstone Holiday is that it is in between the west entrance to Yellowstone Park and the town of West Yellowstone. That makes it the perfect location. Whether you want to spend the day shopping for souvenirs in town or trekking around the park in search of ancient Indian relics, your Yellowstone cabin will be close by.

Though Yellowstone Park accommodations abound, the more rustic cabins such as Yellowstone Holiday are the most popular, so it’s important to book ahead. July is the busiest time of the year but all of the summer months are perfect for exploring the beauty and wonder of Yellowstone National Park.

 
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Yellowstone National Park Offers Endless Fun Activities

29 May

Yellowstone National Parkconsists of approximately 3500 square miles of gorgeous terrain. In and around the park you will find hundreds of lakes, rivers, canyons and waterfalls. Yellowstone was the first national park to be established by the U.S. government in 1872.

One of the best known attractions is the Old Faithful Geyser. Old Faithful spews hundreds of gallons of boiling water into the air approximately every 91 minutes. Tourists travel from all over the world to view this natural phenomenon.

Yellowstone National Parkis located in Idaho, Wyoming,and Montana and is home to a wide range of animals including elk, wolves,grizzly bears and bison. For 11,000 years it was also home to many tribes of American Indians including the Shoshone.

All aroundYellowstone National Parkyou will findnumerous lodges, campgrounds and cabins. Thousands of tourists come to Yellowstone National Park every year to enjoy the lush green valleys, waterfalls and canyons found there. West Yellowstone fishing is said to be some of the best in the U.S.

In addition to Old Faithful, there are many other amazing natural wonders. For instance, Yellowstone is home to one of the world’s largest petrified forests. Also located there is Grand Prismatic Spring, which is the largest hot spring in America and third largest in the world.

The park experiences many small earthquakes throughout the year and over time, it has even experienced some larger earthquakes. In 1959, a 7.5 magnitude quake struck just outside the northwest boundary. This earthquake caused the dam at Hebgen Lake to collapse triggering a landslide which dammed the river, creating a new lake. That lake is now referred to as “Quake Lake.

Hebgen Lakeand Quake Lake are both popular places for fishing, boating and other water sports. Hebgen Lake Marina offers great fishing and boating recreational activities and cabins in West Yellowstone are plentiful. There are so many fun, adventurous activities in and around the park such as hiking, horseback riding and llama riding that you’ll hardly know where to begin.

Yellowstone Holiday is located just a few miles from the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park and offers rustic cabins where you and your family can relax and be comfortable but still experience all the beauty and grandeur of the amazing outdoors. Your Yellowstone Park vacation can include boating at Hebgen Lake or touring the many unique museums in the nearby town of West Yellowstone. The town also has many souvenir shops and wonderful places to eat.

July is the busiest month for Yellowstone National Park so it’s best to book ahead if you’re planning a vacation there soon. Yellowstone Holiday also offers barbecues, games and other fun outdoor activities to their guests. They are conveniently located just down the road from the town of West Yellowstone and just a few miles from the entrance to Yellowstone Park, so they’re right in the middle of all the action.

Enjoy the beauty of America this year. Visit Yellowstone National Park.Yellowstone Holiday offers affordable cabins with a long list of amenities. Call ahead for the best accommodations.

 
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Accommodations at Yellowstone National Park

26 May

Yellowstone National Parkis located in Wyoming,Idaho and Montana. It was first established by U.S. Congress and President Ulysses S. Grant in 1872. It is one of the most beautiful places in America and is home to a wide variety of animals includingwolves,grizzly bears, elk and bison. Up until the nineteenth century, this area was home for the past 11,000 years to many tribes of Indians.

Yellowstone National Parkencompasses approximately 3500 square miles of lakes, rivers, canyons and waterfalls. It was the very first national park to be established by the U.S. government and it contains many natural phenomenon such as Old Faithful Geyser. The park is home to a wide variety of nature’s most beautiful creations including theGrand Canyon of the Yellowstone.

SurroundingYellowstone National Parkare many beautiful lakes, rivers, lush green valleys and canyons. Because of its popularity, there are dozens, if not hundreds of campgrounds, cabins and RV parks. Thousands of tourists visit Yellowstone National Park each year to experience its beauty and rich natural wonders.

Hebgen Lake is located near the West Yellowstone entrance. This gorgeous lake provides some incredible opportunities for fishing, boating and all sorts of water sports. Hebgen Lake in southwest Montana, is also well known for a 7.5 magnitude earthquake which occurred there in 1959. The earthquake formed a six mile long, 190 feet deep lake known as Quake Lake which is also a popular vacation destination and is right downstream from Hebgen Lake.

There are an endless number of activities in and around Yellowstone National Park such as hiking, horseback riding and llama riding. You can also rent jet skis, boats and bicycles at many places in and around the park. There are a great many beautiful cabins and cottages as well as RV campgrounds and other lodging near Yellowstone National Park and Hebgen Lake Marina.

Often tourists come from all over the world to visit Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding areas. Whatever type of accommodations you are looking for, you can easily find. Some of the cabins near Yellowstoneare very rustic and you only have the bare necessities and must even go outside to find a restroom. Some people enjoy that more natural experience when visiting the park.

However, you can also find five star hotels. Usually, tourists enjoy a mix of rustic and modern and opt for a homey cabin which has a nice kitchen and bath and all of the conveniences of home. Yellowstone Holiday provides cabins like these with all the amenities and comforts while still giving tourists the fun, outdoor experience. Some cabins at Yellowstone Holiday can accommodate up to 8 people and have nice kitchens and comfy beds, so you can enjoy your vacation time at Yellowstone National Park.

The busiest month of the year for Yellowstone and its surrounding attractions is July. Though there are many cabins to rent in Yellowstone, in order to get a nice cabin or cottage, it’s important to call ahead and make a reservation. Yellowstone Holiday also provides games and fun activities like horseshoes and cookouts for its visitors. West Yellowstone camping is fun for the whole family.

Advance reservations are not needed to enter the park. The entrance fee is $25 for a private, noncommercial vehicle; $20 for each snowmobile or motorcycle; or $12 for each visitor 16 and older entering on foot. This fee provides you with a 7-day entrance permit for both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Annual and Lifetime Passes are available.

 
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