Cabins in West Yellowstone

If you’re planning a visit to Yellowstone National park, one of the best places to stay is in West Yellowstone. This quaint southern Montana town is home to the park’s west entrance. You can rent a cabin right in the heart of West Yellowstone, or if you’re fine staying a little further out from the park, there are cabins at Henry’s Lake and Island Park, in the neighboring state of Idaho.

The log cabins that you’ll find in and around West Yellowstone are rustic and cozy, yet fully equipped with all of the modern amenities that you could need to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. You’ll be able to find cabins with a television and a fireplace to make your stay extra cozy. Many cabins also have an outdoor deck with pristine views of the surrounding wilderness. So sit back, relax, and enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of wine while soaking in the area’s natural beauty.

West Yellowstone is an incredible place to bring your kids, as there are plenty of unforgettable things to do and see. Some of the park’s highlights include the Old Faithful Geyser, the Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, the Morning Glory Pool, and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. You should also be sure to catch a glimpse of the park’s varied wildlife, such as gray wolves, grizzly bears, eagles, moose, and the world’s largest bison herd. Another great family activity is horseback riding, as you can take a guided ride through the park’s canyons and meadows.

With some 900 miles of hiking trails, Yellowstone National Park is a spectacular destination for hikers. There are trails for hikers of all ages and experience levels. Some of the best hikes for families include the Beaver Ponds Trail in the Mammoth Hot Springs area and the Grand Prismatic Spring Overlook Trail. And one of the park’s best moderate hikes is the five-mile-long Fairy Falls Trail. It is one of the most popular hikes in Yellowstone, so be sure to arrive early to avoid crowds. But if you’re looking for a longer, more challenging trek, you have plenty of options available to you. The Seven Mile Hole loop is ten miles long and, while challenging, will offer unforgettable views of Yellowstone’s most prominent landmarks. Or check out the Sky Rim Trail. With a challenging 19 miles of hiking, this trek is only recommended for the most experienced of hikers. Keep in mind that many hikers split this trail into several days of hiking, camping in the park overnight.

What looks like “a cave turned inside out”, the hot springs are one of the park’s most unique geothermal features. You will find them located just south of the park’s north entrance.

This area is generally known as one of the best places in Yellowstone to spot wildlife, as bison abound in the valley.

There are numerous impressive waterfalls that you should be sure to check out during your visit to the park. One of the most popular waterfalls is Firehole Falls, located just a half hour’s drive from the town of West Yellowstone. You should also check out 132-feet-tall Tower Fall, as well as the Lower Yellowstone River Falls, which has a drop of more than 300 feet!

This lake is the largest high altitude lake (above 7,000 feet) in the country. If you visit in winter, you’ll have the treat of seeing the lake completely frozen over.

This peak rises over 10,000 feet and is one of the park’s best viewpoints. You can hike up to Mount Washburn via Dunraven Pass.

You can reach the Firehole Falls area that we mentioned earlier via Firehole Canyon Drive. In fact, the road takes you to one of the only places in the park that visitors are allowed to take a dip: the swimming hole in Firehole Canyon. There are no official parking areas near the swimming hole, but you can park nearby on the side of the road.

The only other place to swim in Yellowstone is the Boiling River Hot Spring. The river is closed in the spring due to high water levels, and considering how cold the water is in the winter, we recommend visiting in the summer months.