National Park Journal

Get the digital version of the National Park Journal with its four separate park editions (Grand Canyon, Rocky Mountain, Yellowstone and Yosemite) to discover all-time favorite road trips to the national parks. From Utah’s dazzling deserts, the adobe-lined streets of New Mexico’s charming towns, Wyoming’s authentic outposts, California’s stunning coastline and Colorado’s mountain towns, we feature all the amazing places to explore en route to the parks, no matter where you begin your adventure. Plus , our insider’s guide includes our top things to do in each national park in 48 hours. Discover the best hiking trails, campsites and attractions in our magazine. Our illustrated wildlife guide will help you discover the best of the park's wild animals, including tips on where to find them, and our packing list ensures you don’t leave anything at home.

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National Park Journal

WELCOME TO PARADISE • Looking for bears, bison, geysers, waterfalls and amazing hiking trails? See them all and more with our insider's guide to Yellowstone.

Park Map • Get a sense for where everything is in Yellowstone National Park.

THE FIVE YELLOWSTONE ENTRANCES • Located mainly in northwestern Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park has five entrances.

YELLOWSTONE’S TOP SIX • Here are some of our favorite things to do from hiking to exploring some of Yellowstone's most historic treasures.

Best Park App

INTO THE WILD • Look for these animals as you explore Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks.

CHOOSE YOUR HIKE

Leave No Trace • Before you hit the trail, become familiar with how to recreate responsibly.

WHERE TO STAY • Find your perfect Yellowstone lodging with our personalized guide.

FIVE BEAR TIPS

ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH • Explore three national parks and two national monuments on this breathtaking, 1,530-mile road trip that starts in Denver.

LONGS PEAK

ROCKY’S Top Six • Here are some of our favorite things to do in Rocky Mountain National Park.

A NEW WEST • Historic charm meets a vibrant, new cultural scene in Cheyenne, Wyo.

FRONTIER DAYS

THE OUTPOST • Lose the crowds in Laramie's great outdoors and its cultural attractions.

SOUTHERN WYOMING GEMS • Hot springs, a beer garden and more await.

Dude Ranch Respite

OFF THE RADAR

CASPER’S TOP SEVEN • In Casper, experience all the great state of Wyoming has to offer in one place. Here are seven reasons to stop.

6 Ways TO EXPERIENCE THE WEST • On your way to Yellowstone National Park's East Entrance, stop in the towns of Buffalo and Kaycee, Wyo., for a dose of history and culture.

SOAKING SECRET

HEARTBREAK ON HEART MOUNTAIN • Visit a World War II Japanese American confinement site in Powell, Wyo.

The Scenic Route

WILD WEST • Located near one of Yellowstone's least-crowded entrances, the Cody, Wyo., area offers great attractions. It's home to one of the highest number of guest/dude ranches in the Rocky Mountain region. Here are the top 8 reasons to visit.

YELLOWSTONE-AREA GEMS • Discover great lodging and a world-class museum near Yellowstone's East Entrance.

YELLOWSTONE'S MAJOR milestones 2022 YELLOWSTONE TURNS 150 YEARS OLD

GRAND TETON’S TOP SIX • Here are some of our favorite things to do from hiking to exploring some of Grand Teton National Park's most iconic treasures.

ROADSIDE STOPS • See the best in Grand Teton National Park.

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THE BIG SIX • Right next to Grand Teton National Park, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort offers a ton of fun.

LEVEL UP YOUR VACATION • Tour Yellowstone and Grand Teton with Great Western Expeditions for an unforgettable...