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West Yellowstone Travel Guide: 97 reviews and 238 photos
A small town I never would have considered visiting if it were not for mrclay2000 and his W. Yellowstone page featuring the "Grizzly Center". I figured my chances of seeing bears in the wild were slim and opted to view them here.
The drive to this small town was tremendously rewarding since the road parallels the Madison River and is home to numerous herds of elk and bison. I saw more wildlife that day then the rest combined.
The town obviously relies on tourism and has many hotels, restaurants, shops, a museum, The Grizzly Center and an IMAX theatre. Although we had lodging in the park, W. Yellowstone is a good alternative to the limited and somewhat expensive park lodging.
- Pros:Small town, distant mountain views, cheaper lodging than in the park, Grizzly Center
- Cons:wasn't there long enough to know about the con's
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The center of town
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There is a main thoroughfare running through the center of town. It's lined with stores, saloons, restaurants and a few... more travel advice
Yellowstone Museum
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Located in the old stone Union Pacific train station built in the early 1900's. It houses a collection of old west and... more travel advice
And the wolves.....
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The Grizzly & Wolf Center agreed to take wolves from 4 different litters born in captivity at another center. Wolves... more travel advice
Why are the bears here?
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Grizzly & Wolf Center - Some were orphaned in the wild & rescued. Others were given a 2nd chance at life after becoming... more travel advice
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Comments (5)
Quite an interesting little spot and a great way to get 'acquainted' with grizzlies and wolves!
Very interesting.
I had no idea there was a bear center here! Sounds like a worthwhile side trip. :)
Very interested info on Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center and about bear habits :-)))
School kids! What injustice! I could have tossed the tomatoes and lettuce as well as any of them. I think there were more wolves when I tightroped the chasm.
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