We entered Yellowstone from Montana – the northeast entry. The mountains were gorgeous with snow beside the road at Beartooth pass at just under 11,000 feet. We were delayed by a herd of bison lazily crossing – got to see them up close. We stayed two nights in a beautiful lodge in Canyon Villlage at about 8,000 feet. Everyone is healthy and very impressed by the geology, wildlife, and wildness here. No cell or wifi service in much of the park, roads are narrow without guardrails, max speed limit 45.
Yestrday we explored the southern loop (rivers, lakes, geyser fields, mud pots, paint pots, wildflowers, and views of the Tetons and the Apsarora mountains. In Yellowstone we’ve seen bison, deer, elk chipmunks, some interesting birds, but no bears so far. Previously we saw prairie dogs, bighorn sheep, and longhorn cattle. The weather here has cooperated with just a few showers and beautiful cool temps. Saw Old Faithful erupt at 7:08 pm as predicted, in the rain along with a small crowd of 200 or so, then went on to view sunset just before 9pm at Norris geyser field. Great day!!!
This morning we depart West via Idaho a stopover in Elko. NV, on the way to Portola, CA. Today’s drive is 450 miles or well over 8 hours.
If we don’t post Yellowstone pix right away we beg your understanding – we’re focused on great days packed with sightseeing plus no wifi and limited cell phone service.
