Posted by Glenn on August 19, 1997 at 08:36:51:
In Reply to: Re: weather and clothing posted by Doug Dance on August 18, 1997 at 20:59:39:
: Glenn,
: You're correct, the weather in Yellowstone is highly variable.
: I have been in the park each September for the last six years,
: and I would say that the chances of a snowfall during your stay
: is a definite possibility. I've never encountered much rain in
: the Fall, but if you have some lightweight raingear, it might not
: be a bad idea to bring it along. Daytime temperatures can vary from
: comfortable 70s down to rather chilly 30s and 40s.
Hey Doug, thank you so much. I never thought I would get such detailed info. You really helped out.
: As for the wildlife, well September is an amazing time to be in the park.
: In my opinion, the elk are the primary attraction as this is the start
: of the rut. Some really good spots to see them are in and around
: Mammoth, at Norris and Gibbon Meadows and at ElK Park, as well as
: along the Madison River Valley.
: Lots of other animals to see as well. Trumpeter Swans usually put on a
: great show on the Madison River. Look for moose at Willow Park and
: between Norris and Canyon junctions. If you are interested in wolf watching
: then Lamar is a good spot to hang out in the early mornings and later
: on in the evenings.
: You might also be able to see some River Otters in Hayden Valley - they have
: been highly visible over the couple of years. Should be lots of bison in
: Hayden Valley, and there are usually several blacktail deer hanging out in
: the meadows just south of Canyon.
: Sorry, but I don't have any information about fishing.... hopefully somebody
: else will be able to help you out with that one!