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Climb into a small plane at West Yellowstone and follow rivers to their headwaters as the Continental Divide splits the continent beneath you. This 45-minute flight pairs geology and history with live pilot narration for a compact, revealing view of Greater Yellowstone.
Climb into a small plane at West Yellowstone and follow rivers to their headwaters as the Continental Divide splits the continent beneath you. This 45-minute flight pairs geology and history with live pilot narration for a compact, revealing view of Greater Yellowstone.
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Operated by Fly Yellowstone · West Yellowstone, Montana
Engines rise and the landscape unfurls: the plane lifts from West Yellowstone and the valley drops away, rivers threading the high country like silver ribbons. From above the Continental Divide, water makes a choice — east to the Gulf, west to the Pacific — and the flight traces those beginnings, following riverheads, ridgelines, and glacier-scooped basins.
easy.
45 minutes.
Suitable for all fitness levels; must be able to sit unassisted for the flight and follow safety briefings
The aerial tour is 45 minutes from takeoff to landing.
Yes — operators enforce per-passenger and combined weight caps; passengers must provide weights when booking.
Flights are canceled or rescheduled for unsafe weather; the operator offers full refunds if canceled at least 24 hours in advance or due to conditions.
Yes — each passenger gets a window seat and a noise-reducing headset for live pilot narration throughout the flight.
The Greater Yellowstone region has long been inhabited by Indigenous peoples; Yellowstone became the world’s first national park in 1872, shaping conservation policy in the U.S.
Aerial tours operate under FAA and park-adjacent regulations to minimize noise and disturbance; stick to operator guidelines and follow Leave No Trace principles on the ground.
Fly Yellowstone operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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