This Week in Yellowstone National Park

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from August 27th to September 2nd, 2026, I'll let you know what to actually expect when visiting the park in September, talk a bit about the importance of obsidian in the park, tell you what is closing in the park this week, and try to explain why seeing a grizzly this time of the year is so hard to do. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from August 20th to August 26th, 2026, I talk about a dirt road just outside of the park that few people ever drive, tell you about the history of glaciers in the park and what they left behind, and offer a reminder to leave things found in the park in the park. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

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This week in Yellowstone National Park, from August 13th to August 19th, 2026, I talk about the southern end of the park; finally, I discuss the awesomeness of the picnic areas of the park, and share a short blurb about why we still talk about the 1988 fires. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from August 6th to August 12th, 2026, I talk about how to maximize wildlife watching during this slow season for animals, discuss wildfire smoke impacting the park, and tell you about a boat on Grand Prismatic Hot Springs. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Wolf Hunting Petition: https://secure.speciesunite.com/page/195573/petition/1?locale=en-US

Yellowstone AQI: https://www.nps.gov...

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from July 30th to August 5th, 2026, I hope to inspire you to go stargazing, talk about one of the oldest buildings in Yellowstone, and share some useful resources to help you see all the geysers erupt. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

You asked for it, so here you go. This episode is me discussing the bison attack at the campground, as well as talking about bison safety, how to be a good steward of Yellowstone, and generally all things bison.

Apologies if this was too much of a rant. I tried to stay to my outline.

A new standard episode will drop on Thursday

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from July 23rd to July 29th, 2026, I dive into the Hayden vs Lamar debate, let you know why viewing the park as two main driving loops is somewhat flawed, and share with you the smelliest geyser basins. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from July 16th to July 22nd, 2026, I will quickly talk about the bison incident, tell you to take one of the best scenic drives in the country, share an awesome and free resource full of park information, and talk about that green streak in the Yellowstone River at the falls. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Yellowstone Resources and Issues Handbook: http...

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from July 9th to July 15th, 2026, I try to get you excited for the bison rut, talk about how Yellowstone once had a zoo, and hope to inspire you to look at the region beyond the park boundaries. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from July 2nd to July 8th, 2026, I will let you know about the 4th of July in and around the park, try to encourage you to stop and smell the flowers, and then give some history about the carcass dumping sites. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from June 25th to July 1st, 2026, I will encourage you to catch sunrises and sunsets, tell you about bison funeral processions, and give some tips on dealing with warm weather at elevation. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions page: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from June 18th to June 24th, 2026, I will tell you why now is the time to hit up a specific lake in the northern range, give some tips on how to avoid the summer crowds, and share some history of an expedition before the park was the park. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from June 11th to June 17th, 2026, I hope to convince you to set an early morning alarm, tell you to take those side roads, and let you know why moose are so tricky to find in Yellowstone. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions page: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from June 4th to June 10th, 2026, I tell you to go to the water features of the park, talk about bear bells, bear spray, and bear horns, and quickly tell you what you need to know if you are visiting Yellowstone with your pet. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions page: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from May 28th to June 3rd, 2026, I will share with you why this week is so good for wildlife watching, talk about how to ensure you are being an ethical visitor, and let you know about off-trail travel in the park. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from May 21st to May 27th, 2026, I will talk about driving Dunraven Pass, get a bit pedantic about Lamar Valley, and discuss how bear jams and bear names impact bear behavior. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions Page: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from May 14th to May 20th, 2026, I will talk about seeing bears, discuss what to expect from gateway towns this week, and give a history of Tower Fall. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Backcountry Conditions: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from May 7th to May 13th, 2026, I will tell you about a ducking good time by Hayden Valley, share some tips on how to stay safe around bison, let you know of a cool hike to see a hidden waterfall, and share some bear information. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

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This week in Yellowstone National Park, from April 30th to May 6th, 2026, I will tell you about another road opening in the park, share about the Bearmuda triangle, and also let you know why many think May is the best month to visit. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a cool trail to hike, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

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How Much Water Erupts From Old Faithful: https://www.usgs.gov/observatories/yvo/news...

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from April 23rd to April 29th, 2026, I will let you know about the return of the red dogs, give some advice about trying to do all the open sections of the park in a day, share a birthday celebration of sorts for an iconic park location, and hope to convince you to trek in a geyser basin. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from April 16th to April 22nd, 2026, I will tell you where to go and how to get there, let you know what to expect in the park’s interior, share the history of an old hotel in the geyser basin, and recommend a scenic trek. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Park Operating Dates: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/operating-dates.htm

This Week in Yellowstone National Park, from April 9th to April 15th, 2026, I will share with you why this is the last calm week in the park, tell you not to leave a pullout when the animals go away, discuss bear management areas, and hope to inspire you to go for a hike. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from April 2nd to April 8th, 2026, I try to convince you to find dead things, tell you about an app to download that will make your park experience even better, tell you about Cooke City, and highlight a unique seasonal walk on a closed road. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from March 26th to April 1st, 2026, I will let you know about biking the roads, give you tips about dealing with mud season, tell you to hike a canyon rim, and share how the park monitors the wolves. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from March 19th to March 25th, 2026, I will share with you why Blacktail Ponds is a great place to go this week and over the next month or so, I’ll tell you why a 50 degree day in Yellowstone’s northern range will feel so much warmer, try to convince you to appreciate Undine Falls, and even share an easy hike just outside of the park that I love and think you will too. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need...

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from March 12th to March 18th, 2026, I will tell you what you need to know to see bluebirds, let you know the main causes of death in Yellowstone, and share some tips on how to watch wildlife without putting the animals at risk. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, a trail to hike, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from March 5th to March 11th, 2026, I try to explain this winter’s snowpack, let you know why March is a great time to visit the park, and tell you to walk a closed road to witness the power of nature. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, a trail to hike, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Caldera Chronicles: https://www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/yellowstone/caldera-chronicles

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from February 26th to March 4th, 2026, I talk about eagles, tell you about January’s visitation stats, update you on an experience that will be ending in Yellowstone this week, and talk about how parks gather visitation numbers. Plus, I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, a trail to hike, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from February 19th to February 25th, 2026, I talk toilets, share a cool next-level hike once you’ve done the easy ones in Mammoth and up to Tower, talk about Hellroaring, and tell you about where you can see wolves and moose. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from February 12th to February 18th, 2026, I try to help you learn about place names in the park, tell you why Mammoth is called Mammoth, share a trail you should hike this week, and also give you an idea for an unforgettable experience when in the park this week. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Yellowstone Virtual Summit: https://www.yellowstone.org/yellowstone-virtual-summit-2026/

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from February 5th to February 11th, 2026, I try to encourage you to drive to Cooke City, tell you what you need to have a good wolf watching day, share the story of Yankee Jim Canyon, and tell you about a scenic hike to the Yellowstone River, just outside of the park. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from January 29th to February 4th, 2026, I bring you a bunch of park news, talk about wolf mating season, try to convince you to take a scenic drive north of the park, and share the fate of bison that leave the park near Gardiner. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, a trail you should trek, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from January 22nd to January 28th, 2026, I talk about coyote mating season (btw, coyotee not coyote was the most common pronunciation), tell you about a trail that will have you standing above a stunning section of the Yellowstone River, give an update on the wolf that was poached out of Gardiner, and even tell you about the wolf reintroduction that happened 30 years ago. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from January 15th to January 21st, 2026, I update you on the Norris Geyser Basin, suggest you trek along a canyon rim, tell you about the first documented winter expedition in Yellowstone, and give some tips on how not to plan your upcoming trip. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Youtube Video of New Road: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYCjgRZhCTc

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from January 8th to January 14th, 2026, I will share news about grizzly bear deaths and what is going on with the North Entrance Road. I will also try to convince you to wake up early, look for ravens and magpies, and even share some cool data about how the wolf reintroduction impacted the elk population of Yellowstone. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

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This week in Yellowstone National Park, from January 1st to January 7th, 2026, I will share one of my favorite winter snowshoe destinations, tell you to go off the beaten path, and let you know how many wolves are in the park. I will also describe what the park is like in January so you can be ready for your trip. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from December 11th to December 17th, 2025, I will talk about the start of winter tourism, share an experience I enjoy doing this time of the year, provide information about why Yellowstone has such big coyotes, quickly discuss what not to do when driving in the northern range, and give you a great hike. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

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This week in Yellowstone National Park, from December 4th to December 10th, 2025, I will be talking a lot about what to do in the upcoming snowstorms that will be hitting the region all week. I’ll tell you a cool spot for potential moose sightings, give tips on how to scan for wildlife in the snowy weather, share a trail that is perfect for putting in miles and seeing a corner of the park that few now see, and even talk about a feature in Mammoth. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wi...

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from November 27th through December 3rd, 2025, I will tell you about the increase of fees in our national parks, talk to you about “The Plug” out by Cooke City, try to help you stay warm on the cold days, and hopefully inspire you to go out on the coldest of ornings and walk the boardwalks at Mammoth. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, a fun hike for the week, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from November 20th through November 26th, 2025, I will tell you a way to warn other drivers about wildlife on the roads, try to get you to take a hike near Mammoth, let you know what those fences are in Lamar Valley and elsewhere in the park, and hope to conivince you to participate in my experience of the week. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, the news, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

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