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John T. Garcia is the managing editor of AAA Magazine.
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because officials can predict the next eruption of the cone geyser within 10 minutes. There will be plenty of time to explore the area, see an eruption of Old Faithful and check out the geyser basin before returning to West Yellowstone.
Visit the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center to learn about Yellowstone’s top two predators, the grizzly bear and grey wolf. Want a chance to see these predators? As the sun begins to set, even if you have been active all day, keep your eyes open because this is the best time to see the fauna. Elk, bison, moose, wolves and bears all have been known to make an appearance.
If you are planning on visiting both national parks, you might consider purchasing a National Parks Service Annual Pass. A tour also is an excellent option for getting the most out of the time you have in this scenic destination.
You don’t need a passport or take a 12-hour flight to go on a wildlife safari. In fact, on a AAA tour, you will see predators in their natural habitat. On the Yellowstone Wildlife Safari, professional guides
who have a formal education in wildlife biology lead smaller groups through Yellowstone National Park.
Known as The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, the Upper Falls and Lower Falls are where the Yellowstone River carved a 1,200-foot deep and 4,000-foot wide canyon. Down below, in scenic
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Hayden Valley, keep an eye out for large herds of buffalo and other wildlife.
As you leave Yellowstone and enter Grand Teton National Park on your return to Jackson, you will see the Tetons, Jackson Lake and Snake River from Oxbow Bend and the Snake River Overlook.
And since you’re there, don’t forget to explore the town of Jackson, Wyoming, home to plenty of art galleries, shops, attractions and restaurants. A Scenic Float Trip down the Snake River will showcase the beauty of Grand Teton National Park. You also should visit Jackson Lake Lodge, named a National Historic Landmark because of its architecture.
As your journey comes to a close, besides the souvenirs and photos you took, you will take home memories of an adventure of a lifetime – all without having your passport stamped.
Interested in a Yellowstone tour? Scan the QR code, contact your AAA Travel agent or visit AAA.com/Travel.
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