Snowmobiling in Yellowstone

Looking for a fun winter getaway? Why not consider a snowmobile vacation to one of the hottest snowmobiling destinations: Yellowstone National Park.

Yellowstone National Park contains one of the most celebrated snowmobile trail systems in the country. And, thanks to recent laws, the stricter emissions and noise restrictions mean snowmobiling in Yellowstone is getting a little cleaner and quieter.

Visiting Yellowstone during the winter months gives snowmobilers an amazing view of the snow-covered trees and landscape that adds to the enjoyment of a the thrilling snowmobile rides through their groomed and well-maintained trails. In the western Montana and adjacent eastern Idaho sections of Yellowstone National Park, snowmobilers will find a variety of thousands of miles of groomed trails for inexperienced and experienced users.

West Yellowstone, Montana

Located right next to Yellowstone’s West Entrance, West Yellowstone is very popular with snowmobilers. Hundreds of maintained trails start right in town and take sledders to the tops of mountains or to other trail systems in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming.

The Two Top Mountain 

In West Yellowstone; great for inexperienced riders and snowmobilers who want to enjoy a glorious landscape view atop some of the hills and mountains within the park. The trails begin at the Island Park Village and end in a steep and thrilling area of rough and unpredictable snow drifts that are difficult to navigate through. The wide open space causes the snow to stick to the trees to form spectacular sculptured landscapes that make the snowmobile ride worth every minute.

Yellowstone National Park offers several other wonderful trails to make any snowmobile riding vacation a pleasurable experience. The Big Springs Trail is rich in mountain terrain with warming huts along the way for snowmobilers to rest and appreciate the surrounding scenic views of the mountain landscape.

Riders can also choose to experience a variety of thrills with other Yellowstone trails like the Bear Gulch and the Mesa Falls Trails. Beginning snowmobilers will appreciate the Sawtell Loop – a simple trail that winds over the Sawtell Peak and through the foothills and meadows of the park while providing exquisite views along the way. Other trails include the Meadow Creek Trail, the Chick Creek Loop, and the Lion Head Loop, all specifically designed to fit the varied needs and skills of park visitors.

Over the past few years, the National Park Service has implemented many new rules to make snowmobiling in the Park less impacting on the environment. These rules include requiring all snowmobilers to be accompanied by a professional guide employed by an Authorized Licensed Concessionaire. All snowmobiles entering Yellowstone Park must now meet stringent guidelines reducing emissions and noise levels. Starting with the winter of 2008, less snowmobiles will be allowed in the park in one day.

Authorized Snowmobile Tour Guide

One authorized company you might consider for your guide is "See Yellowstone" Snowmobile Tours to Yellowstone National Park. They use park-approved snowmobiles and offer daily Yellowstone snowmobile tours for $165.00 per person. For more information or to make reservations you can call them at call 1-800-221-1151.

By law a valid state motor vehicle driver's license is required to be in your possession. Snowmobiling in Idaho and Montana does require the purchase of non-resident tags. That's $21.50 per sled per season for Idah and $15 per sled per season in Montana. You can purchase these tags at various locations in West Yellowstone.

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