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Breathtaking, awe-inspiring, inspirational: Scenic Safaris’ Grand Canyon tours provide you with an unparalleled experience in one of America’s most amazing locales. But, this Grand Canyon may not be the one you’re thinking of, our Grand Canyon is located in the heart of Yellowstone National Park, and it has a natural beauty all its own. Explored…

A half-hour southeast of Jackson, Wyoming lies the natural phenomenon known as Granite Hot Springs. In 1933, this naturally occurring spring was enhanced by the Civilian Conservation Corps when a pool was built to catch and contain the naturally heated water. Since then, this popular swimming hole has been the go-to place for adventurers to…

When it’s time to unplug from the stress of daily living, head to Yellowstone National Park and spend a relaxing day on the famous Snake River. A fly rod in hand and a host of flies by your side will help you net some of the biggest and best cutthroat trout in the area. A Yellowstone fly fishing adventure with Scenic Safaris is the perfect way to relax and unwind. Tempting Flies to Lure Trophy Trout Snake River trout, also known as fine-spotted Cutthroat trout, survive on everything from insects to crayfish and an assortment of small fish in between. This trout is native to the area and is the only known trout that prefers a vertebrate diet, especially small whitefish. They’ll bite, however, on a wide range of seasonal flies, including blue-winged olives, little black stoneflies, and gray drakes….

Dressing for success takes on a whole new meaning when your day includes backpacking in Yellowstone. The backcountry wilderness of this national park includes some of the most scenic, wild areas of America, but if you’re not dressed appropriately, your enjoyment could be short lived. Learn how best to dress for a day spent on…

Tangy Grilled Trout The key to grilling an attractive trout is to place it over direct heat for roughly four minutes before moving it to the side of the grill to finish cooking over indirect heat for another 12 to 14 minutes. This gives your trout those lovely grill marks and soft, flaky flesh that are the marks of a professionally prepared fish. To make a perfectly tangy trout, clean and split the fish and marinate for 20 minutes in a cool bath of salt water with just a sprinkle of sugar added. Drain, but don’t rinse. Layer lemon slices and sprigs of fresh dill inside the fish. Fold the fish closed and coat well with salt, pepper and olive oil, to avoid sticking. Place the prepared trout on a well-oiled grill and cook as instructed above. The trout is…

In the late spring of every year, the residents of Jackson Hole, Wyoming take to the streets to enjoy Elkfest; a celebration of all things elk and antler. No matter whether you’re a local craftsman hoping to buy a few hundred pounds of elk antler, or you’re enjoying your first-ever Scenic Safaris Yellowstone ATV family vacation,…

August 25, 2016, is an exciting day for outdoor enthusiasts across America and our Yellowstone mountain guides in particular; this day marks the 100th birthday of the National Park Service. On this day one hundred years ago, President Woodrow Wilson signed The Act to Establish a National Park Service. This powerful turned over control and responsibility…

The expansive Yellowstone National Park sits atop a high plateau about 8,000 feet above sea level, surrounded on all sides by mountain ranges including the Grand Tetons, Gallatin, Madison, Beartooth, and Absaroka Mountains. The best way to explore these higher elevations is to book a tour with one of Scenic Safaris’ alpine guides in West Yellowstone….

All across the country, people flock to the outdoors on National Park Day. It’s a different day every year but it marks the official kick-off of the summer park season. This year, National Park Week begins on April 16 and there are a thousand good reasons to spend your day at Yellowstone National Park. Here…

When you visit Yellowstone in the spring, you’ll not only enjoy the beautiful scenery, but you’ll also be able witness to exciting events that only happen here as winter makes its transition to warmer temperatures. With the melting off snow, spring is one of the best times to sign up for the fun with Scenic…

West Yellowstone, Montana, features high elevations, stunning vistas and tons of places for visitors to hole up when they’re visiting the wilds of Yellowstone National Park. But West Yellowstone itself is far from just a lay-over town as this booming area lays claim to numerous spectacular places that are way too good to miss. Encompassing…

Three million people from all over the world tour Yellowstone National Park each year. Many of them come specifically to see the magnificent Old Faithful, a hydrothermal feature that has enchanted awestruck visitors since the park’s inception in 1872. The interesting details behind this most famous of geysers will still wow you today. Learn all…