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EPISODE · Mar 8, 2025 · 16 MIN

7 Things to AVOID on Your Yellowstone Visit: How to Visit Yellowstone National Park Without the Hassle

from National Parks Collecting · host James Ian

Planning a Yellowstone visit? Avoid common mistakes with these essential things to know before going to Yellowstone! Learn how to visit Yellowstone National Park – and how NOT to. 🔸🔸YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK ITINERARIES 🔸🔸 ➡️ Get 1, 2, 3, and 4-day itineraries:  https://parkscollecting.com/yellowstone-itinerary/  🔸🔸HIGHLIGHTS 🔸🔸 James Ian, a National Park expert, shares the seven most common mistakes to avoid when visiting Yellowstone National Park to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trip.  From underestimating driving times and not packing binoculars to the importance of planning around geyser eruption schedules and getting an early start, James provides detailed advice based on his extensive experience. He also emphasizes the need for a detailed itinerary, the pitfalls of spending too little time in the park, and the necessity of being flexible, especially for unexpected bison traffic jams. 00:00 Introduction: Avoiding Mistakes in Yellowstone 02:11 Mistake #1: Underestimating Driving Times 03:41 Mistake #2: Not Bringing Binoculars or Spotting Scopes 05:48 Mistake #3: Ignoring Geyser Eruption Times 08:56 Mistake #4: Getting a Late Start 09:56 Mistake #5: Spending Too Little Time in the Park 11:41 Mistake #6: Not Having a Detailed Plan 14:52 The Biggest Mistake: Not Allowing Time for Bison Traffic Jams 16:37 Conclusion and Resources ➡️ Read the full web article: https://parkscollecting.com/planning-a-trip-to-yellowstone-national-park/  🔸🔸LINKS AND RESOURCES 🔸🔸 [When available, we use affiliate links and may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you. See my Disclosure Policy for more information. I’m a member of the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.] ➡️  Join my 7-Day National Parks Trip Planning Email Challenge  ➡️Download my free Trip Preparation Checklist  ➡️Find a detailed itinerary for your park  ➡️ Travelex Travel Insurance ➡️ Best Spotting Scopes for Wildlife ➡️ Best Binoculars for the Money ➡️ Search for hotels on Expedia  ➡️ Find a vacation rental on VRBO ➡️ Search Discover Cars for the rental car best deals   ➡️ Search Skyscanner for the best deals on flights Support the show🔸🔸 WAYS TO WORK WITH ME 🔸🔸 James Ian and Parks Collecting works with a limited number of brands that align perfectly with our audience and their needs. If you’d like to work with us, please email us at james(at)parkscollecting(dot)com. 

Planning a Yellowstone visit? Avoid common mistakes with these essential things to know before going to Yellowstone! Learn how to visit Yellowstone National Park – and how NOT to. 🔸🔸YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK ITINERARIES 🔸🔸 ➡️ Get 1, 2, 3, and 4-day itineraries: https://parkscollecting.com/yellowstone-itinerary/ 🔸🔸HIGHLIGHTS 🔸🔸 James Ian, a National Park expert, shares the seven most common mistakes to avoid when visiting Yellowstone National Park to ensure a smo...

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Planning a Yellowstone visit? Avoid common mistakes with these essential things to know before going to Yellowstone! Learn how to visit Yellowstone National Park – and how NOT to. 🔸🔸YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK ITINERARIES 🔸🔸 ➡️ Get 1, 2, 3, and...

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