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Crossing the Snowy Range Scenic Byway
We added the Snowy Range Scenic Byway to our itinerary to help break up the long drive from Michigan to California. Wyoming has quickly become one of our favorite states to visit, even if we are just passing through. There are many opportunities to explore and beauty can be found everywhere. The Snowy Range Scenic Byway…
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Rafting the Snake River
Adventure is right around the corner. Never has this statement been truer than when one decides to pick up a paddle and hit the river. We were spending a week exploring the Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming and what better way to explore the mountains than through the waterways. Because we had no previous…
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Flying through the Sky on a Hot Air Balloon Ride
We began our journey from Colter Bay well before the sun began to rise. We were traveling to Driggs, Idaho and leaving behind our warm cabin bed in the Grand Tetons National Park in Wyoming. The experience ahead of us was very special and unique. We were looking forward to every second. The Teton Balloon…
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Exploring Yellowstone: A Remarkable Sight – Old Faithful Inn
First discovered in the 1870 Washburn Expedition, Old Faithful was the first geyser in Yellowstone National Park to be named. I can’t imagine how the explorers felt when they came across something as magnificent as Old Faithful. Built in the winter of 1903 and 1904 by Robert C. Reamer, the Old Faithful Inn is just…
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Exploring Yellowstone: A Sunset from Lake Butte Overlook
I’m not sure if it’s a Michigan thing but whenever we go anywhere, we have to find the best place to see a sunset. Preferably, that place needs to have water. That’s how we stumbled across this little gem; Lake Butte Overlook. Lake Butte Overlook, located in Eastern Yellowstone, offers sweeping views of Yellowstone Lake.…
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Exploring Yellowstone: Hot, Smelly Geysers and Springs
To really experience Yellowstone, one must visit the Geysers and Springs. Scalding water, emerald pools and the most potent rotten egg smell ever. How could we pass up that? West Thumb Geyser Basin This was one of the most unique Geyser areas that we visited in Yellowstone. The basin is located directly on the western…
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Exploring Yellowstone: The Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon of Yellowstone is stunning. The raging, crystal blue Yellowstone river carves it’s way through the yellow and red canyon. And then, of course, there is the massive waterfall located at one end of the canyon. Roughly 20 miles long and ranging between 900 and 1,200 feet in depth, this massive geologic feature…
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Waterfalls of Yellowstone: Lewis Falls
Lewis Falls is one of the smaller waterfalls in the park. Reaching only 30 feet in height, Lewis Falls is a scenic roadside waterfall.
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The Stunning Views of Chief Joseph Scenic Byway
When we decided to head out west to visit Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, we received some great advice on what we might want to see. One friend suggested we take this beautiful and historical scenic drive, just north of Yellowstone called the Chief Joseph Scenic Byway. Starting 17 miles north of Cody, Wyoming…
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Waterfalls of Yellowstone: Mystic Falls
There’s no arguing that Yellowstone National Park is full of beautiful and unique waterfalls. From massive 300+ foot tall Lower Falls to the 130+ foot single tower falls. But Mystic Falls, for me, is certainly a favorite.