Blog: Local Insights

Yellowstone National Park is big, 2.2 million acres to be exact. Set aside by congress as the first National Park in 1872, its fisheries and beauty have remained largely unspoiled. While YNP is known for its abundant wildlife and sprawling geyser basins, it lies at the heart of some of the best trout fishing in North America, offering anglers unmatched opportunity. If you plan on a successful DIY fishing trip in this National Park, it will take some in depth planning. Here we will examine a few areas worth exploring in the park, first in the southern portion, then working our way up to the Northern Range

Do you love fly fishing, but would rather go it alone than hire a guide? There is a certain feeling of personal pride that can be taken from a successful DIY fishing trip. The key, however, to a successful excursion is proper preparation and knowledge of the area. Grand Teton National Park offers anglers numerous opportunities to target trout in pristine rivers and lakes beneath soaring mountains. In these waters, you will find native cutthroat, brown, rainbow and lake trout. Here are some ideas of where to go.

Thinking about visiting Jackson Hole for the Fourth of July? It is a great time of year to visit. Early July is considered the beginning of summer by most locals. By the fourth of July, temperatures have warmed up consistently and the landscape is awash with blooming wildflowers and rustling aspen leaves.. There are plenty of fun activities to check out when you come to celebrate your Jackson Hole Fourth of July, here are a few of our suggestions!

With thousands of animals concentrated in the Jackson Hole Valley, late winter is a fantastic time of year to look for wildlife and Grand Teton National Park and on the National Elk Refuge. From wolves and elk to moose, bighorn sheep, eagles, otters and the first songbirds of spring read on to learn about the best places to see winter wildlife in Jackson Hole.

As snow covers the valley of Grand Teton National Park, a winter wonderland has emerged, providing ample opportunities for exploration on cross country ski or snowshoes. The guides at Jackson Hole Ecotour Adventures have been out exploring the park on ski and snowshoe tours, here are some of our favorite spots!