Things to do in  West Yellowstone

Sharing a border with Yellowstone National Park, West Yellowstone sits on the doorstep of a 2-million-acre (809,000-hectare) national forest, six mountain ranges, and thousands of miles of hiking, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling trails. For the outdoorsy, there’s no better basecamp—hotels are within walking distance of the national park, the region’s best ski resorts are just a few hours’ drive away, and there are plenty of things to do. Come winter, the tourists depart and the town quiets, transforming into a true mountain hideaway for snow-lovers, wildlife-seekers, and die-hard nature-chasers.