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What You Need To Know About Yellowstone Snowmobile Tours

By Carissa Glenn


Yellowstone snowmobile tours offer a unique and exciting opportunity to enjoy the beauty and interest in the National Park during the winter season. Riding a snowmobile provides a different viewpoint of this area than would be possible from an automobile or tour bus. You can view the wildlife, and the many points of interest that are found in and near the Park on comfortable and well-maintained equipment with experienced guides in charge.

Departure points vary, typically at an entrance to the Park. Visitors may come from surrounding communities, by bus or care to meed up with the tour group at the entrance. The specific arrangements will depend on which points of interest are the focus of your tour. You also need to ensure that the equipment, amenities and riding experience are suited to the tour you choose.

There are tours from West Yellowstone and from Jackson Hole, for example. Tours range in length from a few miles to more than one hundred miles over several days. If you want to see the Grand Canyon or Old Faithful, treks are available. There are also extended treks that take in several aspects of Park attractions.

You should look for a company that offers top quality equipment. Some riders tend to be inexperienced and think that a snowmobile is a toy to play with. The truth is that it can be a lot of fun, but it is important to know how to operate it correctly and safely. The appropriate sized power plant is important. Extra touches such as heated handlebars and seats add to the comfort of the rider and passenger.

When you are considering which tour is right for you, consider visiting the Grand Canyon. This scenic vista was formed by the river of the same name. This particular route includes views of the Lower and Upper Falls. It leaves from the south entrance and makes a 120 mile long loop through the snowy landscape.

Old Faithful is almost an iconic spot for visitors to the Park. This is true whether driving to the spot in the summer or winter. A ninety mile loop takes snowmobilers from the south entrance to view Old Faithful. Other sights are found in the Geyser Basin. The opportunities to see winter wildlife is another feature of the trip.

If you want a longer trek, consider a loop that includes Old Faithful, Grand Canyon, the Fishing Bridge, the Lake, Hayden Valley and the Norris Geyser Basin. This loop requires about 170 miles through the snow. You can see the scenic locations, enjoy the opportunity to see wildlife and participate in the group activities. Lodging and food is a part of the multi-day treks.

Yellowstone snowmobile tours form the basis of a unique and exciting winter vacation. There are canned tours that may be enough to satisfy some riders. If you want something designed specifically for you and your group, you can arrange for custom four or five day tours.




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