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May 05

Yellowstone in Winter: A Rare and Remarkable Experience

Most visitors never get to see Yellowstone like this — quiet, pristine, and nearly untouched. Winter transforms the park into a peaceful wilderness where iconic landscapes and wildlife take center stage, without the crowds. With exclusive access to areas unreachable by most, this is your chance to experience Yellowstone as few ever do. Registration for all our 2026/27 winter season programs and tours is now live!

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Winter Field Seminars | 26/27 Season Registration Now Live

Choose from a rich variety of immersive programs: photography, journaling, tracking, wildlife watching, ravens, our popular Lamar Valley Wolf Week programs, and more! Lamar Buffalo Ranch (below) serves as the base camp for most Field Seminars

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Private Winter Tours

Snowshoe, ski, or simply explore the park with our expert naturalist guides. Enjoy wildlife watching, family-friendly adventures, and the serenity of Yellowstone’s snowy trails.

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Lamar Valley Wolf Weeks

There are few wildlife experiences more iconic than watching wolves within Yellowstone’s winter snowscapes. Yellowstone Forever’s iconic and ever‑popular Winter Wolf Weeks allow participants to experience firsthand the wild, winter world of wolves.

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Lodging & Learning: Old Faithful Winter Expedition

Travel by snow coach into Yellowstone’s interior, a region inaccessible to most in winter. Witness geysers, hot springs, sweeping snowy vistas, and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone in near solitude.

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Lodging & Learning: Winter Wolf Discovery

Journey into the northern range and Lamar Valley, where wolves roam the open landscape and are easier to spot in the snow-covered terrain. A Yellowstone Forever field educator will share up-to-date information about Yellowstone wolf biology, behavior, and ecology throughout daily outings. Each evening, participants will return to their comfortable accommodations at the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel.

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This winter, step into a Yellowstone few ever see — wild, quiet, and unforgettable. Reserve your spot today and make this season one to remember!