Oct 23, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Fungus linked to deadly bat disease detected in Glacier, Yellowstone national parks
A fungus responsible for killing millions of bats across North America has been detected for the first time in both […]
Oct 23, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Most Yellowstone National Park Roads and Entrances Close Nov. 1, 2026, for Winter Season
MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo. – As fall settles over Yellowstone National Park, most park roads and three entrances will close […]
Oct 23, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
National Park Service, Yellowstone Forever, and Blackstone Infrastructure’s Tallgrass Announce $105 Million Fund for Yellowstone National Park
The National Park Service, together with its official nonprofit and philanthropic partner, Yellowstone Forever, and Blackstone Infrastructure portfolio company Tallgrass, announces the establishment of a $105 million Conservation and Stewardship Fund, creating a permanent source of support for the long-term stewardship of the world’s first national park.
Sep 25, 2026 · Angela Montana
Go fishing, and Pack for Two Seasons in YNP
The Big Sky Anglers' report highlights variable fall weather in Yellowstone Country, with optimal fishing conditions for the week. Key rivers like Firehole, Madison, Gallatin, and others offer diverse fishing strategies, focusing on afternoon warmer hours and various fly patterns. Anglers are encouraged to embrace the day's evolving conditions for best results.
Sep 15, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
You won’t believe what Yellowstone staff pulled from hot springs this summer
If you lose something while visiting Yellowstone National Park, there’s apparently a chance it could end up in a hot […]
Sep 11, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Yellowstone Superintendent Cam Sholly Departing Federal Service to Join the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Washington – The Department of the Interior today announced that Yellowstone National Park Superintendent Cameron “Cam” Sholly will conclude nearly three […]
Aug 25, 2026 · Angela Montana
Hiker Uses Bear Spray on a Yellowstone Wolf — It Worked
A Yellowstone wolf shadowed a backcountry hiker, ignored every hazing tactic, and finally got a face full of bear spray. Here's exactly how it went down.
Jul 21, 2026 · Angela Montana
Grandpa vs. 2,000-Pound Fluffy Tank: Grandpa Speaks Out
Most grandpas return from Yellowstone with souvenirs, overpriced magnets, and maybe a slight sunburn. 65-year-old Carl Isom-McDaniel left with a […]
Jul 14, 2026 · Angela Montana
Drone Misuse in Yellowstone National Park Angers Onlookers
An amateur drone operator upset Yellowstone National Park visitors and rangers by flying a drone low over a grizzly bear and her cubs. This act, illegal in the park to protect wildlife, sparked outrage among onlookers. A ranger quickly intervened, highlighting the seriousness of the rules and potential consequences.
Jul 1, 2026 · Angela Montana
Dodging Raindrops and Catching Monsters in Yellowstone National Park, July 1, 2026
Despite recent rains, fishing in Yellowstone is thriving. The Lamar River remains clear and inviting, with essential flies like PMDs and caddis hatching on the Firehole and Madison rivers. Anglers should prepare with attractor patterns and nymphs, ensuring they have their licenses before heading out to enjoy the waters.
Jun 26, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Bison Attacks 12-Year-Old at Yellowstone’s Mud Volcano
A child was gored near Mud Volcano after getting too close. Here's exactly what happened and the safety distances every Yellowstone visitor must know.
Jun 11, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Body of kayaker found on Yellowstone Lake in Yellowstone National Park
On the morning of June 8, occupants of a vessel on Yellowstone Lake discovered the body of a 41-year-old male, Brandon Rhea of Denver, Colorado, floating in the water near Rock Point on the northwest shore of the lake near Bridge Bay.
May 7, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
New details released: Yellowstone continues area closures near Old Faithful following May 4 bear incident
New details about the bears and victims involved in a bear attack earlier this week in Yellowstone. The investigation continues.
May 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Grizzly Mauls Two Hikers Near Old Faithful as Yellowstone Backs $100 Foreign Fee
Two big Yellowstone stories landed this week that Montana outdoor users will want on their radar — a serious grizzly […]
May 5, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Hikers injured by bear in Yellowstone National Park
On the afternoon of May 4, two hikers sustained injuries by one or more bears on the Mystic Falls Trail near Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park.
Apr 23, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Biologists set to begin 2026 grizzly bear captures for research purposes in Yellowstone National Park
To attract bears, biologists use natural food sources such as recently road-killed deer and elk. Potential capture sites are baited with these natural foods and if indications are that grizzly bears are in the area, culvert traps or foot snares are used to capture bears.
Apr 22, 2026 · Angela Montana
Yellowstone or Yellow-tape? Man Sues Over ‘Bureaucratic’ Criminal Charges
Oregonian Tate Pulliam faces court over fishing and driving violations in Yellowstone, challenging the validity of park regulations created by officials rather than Congress, arguing against overcriminalization.
Apr 9, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Texas man receives jail time for walking off designated boardwalk in a thermal area in Yellowstone National Park
Is this sentence too harsh, too lenient, or about right?
Apr 8, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Select Yellowstone National Park entrances and roads open to public April 17
Beginning at 8 a.m. Friday, April 17, 2026, select entrances and roads in Yellowstone National Park will open for the summer season, weather permitting, as part of the annual spring opening.
Mar 17, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Seasonal Worker at Old Faithful Sentenced to 12 Months for Assault
A seasonal employee working in the Old Faithful area of Yellowstone National Park will spend a year in federal prison following an assault on a co-worker.
Mar 15, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Texas Man Sentenced After Firearm Discovered During Yellowstone Traffic Stop
A Texas man will spend time in federal prison after a traffic stop in Yellowstone National Park led to the discovery of a loaded handgun.
Mar 12, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Assets Linked to Attempted Yellowstone National Park Mass Shooting Ordered Sold for Victim Restitution
On March 9, the United States Attorney’s Office completed forfeiture of four firearms, an assortment of magazines and ammunition, and a vehicle tied to an attempted domestic terrorist plot in Yellowstone National Park in 2024.
Mar 10, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Yellowstone Wolves Drop to About 90 in 2025: What’s Driving the Decline and Why It Matters
Yellowstone National Park reported a notable drop in wolves in 2025—from about 123 in 2024 to around 90—raising new conservation concerns. Here’s what park managers say is contributing to the decline, why wolves matter to the broader ecosystem, and what researchers are watching next.
Mar 10, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Yellowstone’s Spring Wildlife Boom: Where to Spot Bison, Elk, Bears, and Wolves This Season
As winter loosens its grip, Yellowstone is surging with wildlife activity—from bison calves and meadow-grazing elk to increasingly visible grizzlies and wolves. Here’s why it matters for the park’s ecosystem and the region’s economy, plus how to watch responsibly.
Mar 10, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
No, Animals Aren’t Fleeing Yellowstone: Experts Debunk the Viral “Exodus” Eruption Rumor
Viral posts claim wildlife is fleeing Yellowstone ahead of an eruption—but park officials and scientists say there’s no evidence of unusual animal behavior or elevated volcanic signals. Here’s what experts watch for, why the myth spreads, and where to find reliable updates.
Mar 10, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Viral ‘Norris Basin Eruption’ Video Claims 200-Meter Jets—Here’s What Steamboat Geyser Really Does
A viral March 10, 2026 video claims Norris Geyser Basin blasted water 200 meters into the air. The footage may show real geothermal action—but the hype overshoots what Steamboat Geyser is documented to do. Here’s what’s true about Steamboat, Norris Basin’s unusual chemistry, and why Yellowstone doesn’t need doomsday framing to be fascinating.
Mar 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Bison Herd Faces Off With a Pack of 23 Wolves in Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley (Video)
Onlookers captured a rare Yellowstone standoff: a bison herd forming a defensive ring around calves as 23 wolves circled for nearly an hour in the Lamar Valley before retreating. Here’s what happened, why it matters, and what to watch for as spring wildlife activity ramps up.
Feb 2, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Illegal Killing of Yellowstone Wolf Near Park Border Sparks Montana Poaching Investigation
A well-known Yellowstone wolf was found dead just outside the park, prompting an active state and federal poaching investigation. The case is reigniting debate in Montana over wolf management, hunting ethics, tourism impacts, and how wildlife is protected when it crosses the park boundary.
Jan 6, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Yellowstone National Park seeks public input on environmental assessment for North Entrance Road Reconstruction Project
The National Park Service (NPS), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is seeking public input on an environmental assessment (EA) for the reconstruction of the new permanent North Entrance Road in Yellowstone National Park.
Dec 14, 2025 · Angela Montana
What Happened to Yellowstone’s Most Bizarre Attraction?
This interesting Yellowstone landmark Is gone — but not forgotten…
Nov 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Viral Footage of Man and Yellowstone National Park Wolves Confrontation
Man tests wildlife boundaries with wolves at YNP…and then what?
Nov 8, 2025 · Angela Montana
When It’s Tourist Season at YNP…
Common sense seems to sometimes take a vacation at Yellowstone National Park…
Oct 16, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Florida Man Gored By Bison at Yellowstone National Park
A 47‑year‑old man from Cape Coral, Florida, was gored by a bison on Sunday in Yellowstone National Park after approaching […]
Sep 29, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Man banned from park for five years after driving drunk in Yellowstone
Do you think the sentence should have been more lenient or more puntative?
Sep 11, 2025 · Angela Montana
A Couple of Yellowstone Heavyweights That Don’t Care…
Forget pay-per-view—this is prairie prime time!
Sep 6, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Yellowstone visitation statistics for August 2025
Yellowstone National Park hosted 881,936 recreation visits in August 2025, up 2% from August 2024 (868,259 recreation visits).
Aug 31, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Fishing partially reopens on select rivers in Yellowstone National Park
Effective immediately, select rivers and streams that had been previously closed due to high water temperatures and low flows in Yellowstone National Park will partially reopen to fishing due to recent cooler temperatures and rainfall.
Jul 31, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Zinke, Sheehy, Moore, Banks Introduce Legislation to Implement Fees on Foreign Tourists to Rebuild National Parks
Canadian citizens visiting Glacier National Park would be exempt from the surcharge in recognition of our joint stewardship of Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park.
Jul 30, 2025 · Angela Montana
Crews suppressing wildland fire in Yellowstone National Park
Over 350 lightning strikes in 24 hours—Ash Fire flares up in Yellowstone’s southwest corner…
Jul 29, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Juvenile sustains thermal burns in Yellowstone National Park
On Monday morning, July 28, a 17-year-old male suffered significant thermal burns to his foot and ankle area in the vicinity of Lone Star Geyser near Old Faithful.
Jul 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
Yellowstone National Park Animals Are Not Running for Their Lives
In case you were wondering…..
Jul 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
Santa May Have Left a Subtle Signature at YNP
Geologists discovered a surprise in Yellowstone–a new hot spring that might’ve started simmering on Christmas Eve…
Jul 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
Will YNP Really be Selling Wildlife Petting Permits?
If you're looking into buying a “Petting Tag” from Yellowstone to high-five a grizzly, you probably want to read this article…
Jul 13, 2025 · Angela Montana
Trees Are Tough
If a tree can grow out of solid rock in Yellowstone, what’s stopping you from thriving where you are? Read more from Montana Grant!
Jul 9, 2025 · Angela Montana
Pee Power
Ever toured Yellowstone with two women and a full bladder? Montana Grant did — and lived to tell the tale!
Jun 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Friday Foul: Yellowstone National Park Tourists
Another bad idea at YNP…
Jun 17, 2025 · Angela Montana
Just a Reminder That Bison Are Not Babysitters
If your family photo op involves a toddler and a wild bison, it is safe to say the bison is not the problem…
Jun 12, 2025 · Angela Montana
PSA: Bear Spray is Not Equivalent to a Bison Force Field
Don't count on bear spray to save you from your bad decisions…
Jun 10, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Man gored by bison June 10 in Yellowstone National Park
Bison:1 Tourists:0
Jun 3, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Black Diamond Pool in Yellowstone National Park erupts again
The Black Diamond Pool has erupted again, after destroying the boardwalk and sending tourists running last summer.