Finally, before returning to the Western entrance take in the powerful splendor of the Lower Falls. A roughly 3-hour drive will parade you past Old Faithful and then Yellowstone Lake before showing you glimpses of bears, grey wolves, and bison in Hayden Valley. At just an hour’s drive away, the Western entrance is an open invitation to the natural wonders that make Yellowstone a must-hit for any warm weather wandering near Big Sky.

Nearest to Big Sky lies the world’s first-ever National Park, the granddaddy of them all: Yellowstone. Perhaps it’s no coincidence that two of America’s most beloved ski, ride, and adventure destinations just happen to share landscapes with two of the most inspiring stretches of protected land within the continental United States,Yellowstone National Parkand Grand Teton National Park. Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park: Big Sky Resort and Jackson Hole On the southern end at Big Bear, pack in a ton of fun at the bike park before taking in one of Bear’s picturesque movies in the meadow. At Palisades Tahoe, take the New Aerial Tram to High Camp for hiking, disc golf, and 360 views of Lake Tahoe’s high alpine Beauty. Pair some heart-pumping mountain biking with views of the jagged Minarets, as seen from the top Mammoth Mountain’s gondola. Yosemite’s iconic landscapes in the bag, make sure to carve out enough time to enjoy everything that Mammoth Mountain, Palisades Tahoe, and Big Bear bring to the summer scene. And coming from these destinations allows you to explore any of the park entrances you find most enticing.īack at The Destinations: Mammoth, Palisades Tahoe, Big Bear In the summer season tickets can be purchased for a water taxi from Saddlebag Lake Resort that goes to the end of the lake.Yosemite – From Big Bear or Palisades Tahoeįor those planning a trip to Palisades Tahoe or Big Bear, the three to six-ish hours in the car to Yosemite is a longer haul, sure, but it’s worth every minute of adventure while strolling, hiking, or slowly cruising through the pristine landscapes of this glorious National Park. Trail starts near Saddlebag Lake campground and dam. Trailhead parking is a dirt lot at the end of the road. Turn North onto well marked dirt road to Saddlebag Lake. Wilderness Permit Information (760) 873-2483.Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center (760) 924-5500.Bury human waste away from water sources. Water from creeks, lakes and springs should be treated before drinking. Mammoth Lakes, CA (full service, hospital).Sierra Nevada bighorn sheep habitat, do not disturb this recovering species.Food, trash and scented items must be stored in bear proof containers or counter balanced.No camping at Greenstone Lake (south side), Saddlebag Lake, Conness Lakes, Wasco, Alpine, Green Treble, Maul, Big Horn, Finger, Spuller, Fantail, Shell Lakes, no caping near Bennettville or the Great Sierra Mine.

Conness and North Peak this area is day use only.

Harvey Monroe Hall Natural Area includes Mt.

No campfires in 20 Lakes Basin or Hall Natural area.Wilderness permit required year round for overnight trips.Guiding in Hoover wilderness is by Yosemite Mountaineering School. Reserve up to 2 weeks in advance at Rentals & Guides:

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