Yellowstone Day Tours Blog

Late May through early June marks calving season in Yellowstone — when cow elk become fiercely protective of their newborns. Without antlers, they rely on powerful hooves to defend against any perceived threat, including well-meaning visitors. Stay 25 yards back, watch your surroundings at Mammoth Hot Springs, and if an elk approaches, get to shelter fast.

Not sure which Yellowstone tour to choose? Yellowstone Day Tours has a variety of options, including wildlife safaris, winter wolf tours, and scenic loops. Here’s a quick breakdown to help you find the perfect fit.

Planning a Yellowstone & Grand Teton trip? Summer offers full access, spring and fall bring fewer crowds and incredible wildlife, and winter transforms the parks into a snow-covered wonderland. Whether you self-drive or go guided, the key is matching your season to what you want to experience most.

Photo by Yellowstone Day Tours owner and guide Brian McCooey While 64% of visitation in Yellowstone occurs between June and August, some of the best wildlife, weather, and foliage can be found in the ‘shoulder season.’ In May and early June, cool weather and hunger after a long winter means wildlife is very active. This is a great time of year to see bears emerging from hibernation with cubs, elk moving in large herds from their winter range to summer feeding grounds, and pre

What to Pack for Your Yellowstone Day Tour. The most common questions we receive from guests joining our tours are surrounding how to...

The recent arctic blast that brought temperatures down to -40 degrees F has us reflecting on record-low temperatures in our area.