How early should I expect to start the tour?

Tours typically begin early in the morning to maximize daylight and wildlife viewing opportunities across the park.

Are meals included during the tour?

Yes, a picnic lunch and snacks with hot and cold beverages are provided during the day.

What wildlife might I see on the tour?

Expect to encounter bison, elk, possibly wolves, bears, and a variety of birds in Lamar and Hayden Valleys.

Is this tour suitable for children?

The tour welcomes all ages, but children should be comfortable on a full-day outing with periods of sitting and occasional walking.

Does the tour include entrance fees to Yellowstone National Park?

Yes, entrance fees for all participants are included in the tour price.

What happens in case of poor weather?

Tours proceed rain or shine with safety as the top priority; guides may adjust stops accordingly.

Yellowstone Highlights Tour by Beartooth Tours LLC | Sightseeing Tour | Guided Tour

Yellowstone National Park, spanning nearly 3,500 square miles across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, is a rugged wilderness famed for its geothermal wonders and abundant wildlife. Beartooth Tours LLC, operating out of Red Lodge, Montana, crafts a distinctive full-day road adventure that captures the essence of this iconic landscape. The Yellowstone Highlights Tour navigates some of the park’s premier landmarks and less accessible wildlife habitats, delivering a compact yet comprehensive experience.

The journey begins with the ascent of Beartooth Highway, one of North America's highest paved roads, cresting over 10,000 feet. This alpine passage reveals dramatic vistas of jagged peaks, glacial cirques, and sweeping valleys, setting the tone for the day. From there, the tour targets Lamar Valley — often called the "Serengeti of North America" — a vast grassland where bison herds roam and elusive predators like wolves and grizzlies are regularly sighted. Hayden Valley follows, another broad floodplain teeming with elk, bison, and waterfowl against the backdrop of steaming geothermal features.

Beyond wildlife, the route includes stops at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, where Artist Point and the brink of Upper Falls offer gravity-defying views of vibrant rock layers sculpted by volcanic activity. The tranquil expanse of Yellowstone Lake provides a stark contrast, its deep blue waters framed by forests and fumaroles. En route, guests enjoy a picnic along the Lamar River and benefit from gear such as vortex binoculars and spotting scopes with camera adapters, enhancing every sighting.

Beartooth Tours stands out by blending comfort and adventurous access, accommodating groups up to 14 with flexible pickups in Montana’s Carbon County. Their intimate knowledge of the park's topography, wildlife rhythms, and seasonal conditions ensures visitors witness Yellowstone’s peak moments without the hassle of self-navigation or typical tour crowds. This tour is ideal for travelers who want a deep, authentic Yellowstone encounter within a single, carefully curated day.