Deep blue Grand Prismatic Spring surrounded by orange and yellow thermal terraces
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Talk Travel with Glen · Season 3 / Episode 01

Where the Ground Is Alive

Geysers, canyon views, and wildlife country. Pick your overnight base around the part of the park you want to explore, then leave room for slow travel.

Yellowstone National ParkPhoto: NPS / Jim Peaco

From the story to your stay

The links from the show.

Inspired to go? Here are the places to stay, experiences to consider, and practical details to help you plan. Sources checked November 1, 2026.

Bison grazing among the sagebrush in Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley
Yellowstone · NPS / Brett Raeburn

Make it your own adventure

Follow the steam. Stay for the wild.

From the colors of Grand Prismatic Spring to the open country of Lamar Valley, Yellowstone rewards a little less rushing and a little more looking.

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Before you book: Most park roads close to regular vehicles from early November to late April. A summer driving loop does not work as a winter itinerary. Confirm your entrance, hotel operating dates, and any required oversnow transport together. Current NPS information →

Photos: NPS / Jim Peaco; NPS / Brett Raeburn. Photo sources. No claim to original U.S. Government works.