Paradise Valley thunderstorm, rainbow, fall colors and the Yellowstone River

A Paradise Valley Farm

This gem on the northern border of Yellowstone received It's named “Paradise Valley” for good reason, this premier Montana vacation spot has perfect summers and mild winters with spectacular views of th Absaroka and Gallatin mountain ranges under the famed Montana "big sky." The close proximity to Yellowstone Park; the Beartooth Highway and many other natural wonders make Paradise Valley the perfect place to vacation. Besides having the legendary fly-fishing river “The Yellowstone” flowing through its center, world class spring creeks; private lakes and other fishing streams draw anglers from around the world. World class big game hunting, whitewater rafting, kayaking, wildlife viewing and photography, hiking, camping and horseback riding are just a few of the unlimited recreational opportunities available here in Paradise Valley. Many fine Bed and Breakfasts, cabins and guest ranches provide lots of options for fine lodging.

The Yellowstone River is the center piece of Paradise Valley.

Emigrant peak casts a broad shadow over the valley. The scene of such recent movies as “A River Runs Through It” and “The Horse Whisperer”, Paradise Valley has its unique share of both trophy homes and deep rooted ranches and farms. Much like Pikes Peak on the front range of Colorado, Emigrant Peak is often framed in the large living room windows of the homes belonging to those lucky enough to live or visit such a wonderful place. Climbers find a world of wonder in the neighboring peaks in the Northern Absaroka Mountains including Mount Cowen, Black Mountain, the Pyramid, Crow Mountain, Chico Peak, Marten Peak and Mount Wallace.

Paradise Valley is situated in southwestern Montana. It is located just north of Yellowstone National Park in Park County, Montana, which lends its name to the county. Mule deer enjoy the open range and grasslands available to them in Paradise Valley. Paradise Valley extends from the Yellowstone gateway community of Gardiner at the south end, to historic Livingston on the north. Appropriately named, this region is a "paradise" to Montana and to the Rocky Mountains. Providing a unique backdrop of snowcapped peaks, the valley features beautiful ranchlands, flowing rivers, spring creeks and abundant wildlife.

The Bozeman Pass separates Paradise Valley from the Gallatin Valley and Bozeman; MT. Interstate 90 passes through both communities. The valley lies predominantly along a north-south axis, and is anchored to the north by Livingston, Montana, and to the south by Yankee Jim Canyon, approximately fifteen miles north of Gardiner, Montana and the north entrance of Yellowstone Park. US Highway 89 passes through the valley and into Yellowstone National Park. The Paradise Valley was the original entrance to Yellowstone.

Fish like this one make fly-fishermen return to Paradise Valley's Yellowstone River and famous spring creeksyear after year.	fly-fishermen floating down Yellowstone River in drift boat as they fish for trout

The Yellowstone River is noted for world-class fly-fishing in the river and nearby spring creeks such as DePuy Spring Creek. The valley hosts other natural wonders such as several natural hot springs, including Chico Hot Springs near Emigrant, Montana, La Duke Hot Springs near Gardiner, and Hunter's Hot Springs near Livingston.

Whitewater Rafting in Yankee Jim Canyon can be a lot of fun if you don't mind getting wet.

An eclectic blend awaits you as you travel through the shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants. From cowboys to culture, from railroads to whitewater, from the historic to the contemporary…

Paradise Valley is the heart of Montana’s fly-fishing and North American big game world. Our creeks, rivers, and alpine lakes are experiences unto itself and our Outfitters and Guides have a history comparable to the glorious land where they work and give you an experience that will last a lifetime.

Take your choice...you may choose to explore the winding scenic trails of Paradise Valley by horseback, or on foot, to soar with eagles as you rise above the Montana horizon and find the spot where Heaven and Paradise On Earth meet.

Buckrail Fence, Yellowstone River	Mill Creek, fall, paradise valley, montana

Ranch, Mill Creek, Paradise Valley, Montana,	Whitetail deer doe, Paradise Valley montana

Mill Creek Snowstorm, Paradise Valley, MT	Bald Eagle watchin for fish in the Yellowstone River

The Yellowstone River, fall	Herd of whitetail deer in Paradise Valley Montana

Yellowstone News

Snowboarding Jackson Hole Wyoming What you may not know about Wyoming skiing… Elk graze along the roads, snow sparkles on The Grand Tetons, and cowboys driving pickups greet us as we arrive in Jackson Hole for our ski week. Why go to Wyoming for skiing, you ask?...................First, there is the snow.............................. the unrivaled ski resort renowned for its 4,139' vertical of steep and deep served by this legendary base to summit lift. Only in Europe do you find comparable aerial lift access and high alpine terrain..................................After a head-rushing 4,000' vertical run off the "Big Red" Tram, we explore more of Jackson Hole.................Rest of Story   Elk herd, Jackson Hole Wyoming Jackson Hole's National Elk Refuge When the sun peaks over the Gros Ventre Mountains east of Jackson Hole, and its light creeps slowly across valley, light creeps over bundles of fur and antlers starting to stir from a cold winter night. As the sun reaches the base of the Grand Teton, orange and yellow light bathes the landscape and 6,000 wintering elk. By ten o'clock, adventurous visitors braving the winter cold venture out on the refuge in horse drawn sleighs to get an up close view of these majestic animals. In the pre Columbian area elk ranged from the eastern states through central and western North America. They grazed the open prairies, mountain valleys, and foothills. As settlers pushed slowly westward, the distribution of the elk was rapidly reduced to the western mountains. By 1900, elk had disappeared from more than 90 percent of their original range. When settlers arrived in Jackson Hole................................. rest of story Utah slide kills Jamie Pierre Pierre was a professional skier known for making huge leaps when he came to Grand Targhee to attempt what seemed impossible. Photos and video of him making his 245-foot jump circulated around the globe. "It wasn't just some yahoo stunt," Pierre said in an interview published in the Jackson Hole Daily. "I chose to do it so it would open up doors, so I could witness my faith in Christianity.".........................rest of story Snowmobilers, Yellowstone National Park Yellowstone to open on time for 2011-2012 winter season Yellowstone National Park officials announced that they plan to issue a Final Environmental Impact Statement that ensures the park will open for motorized oversnow travel as scheduled on Dec. 15. The Final EIS will only apply to the transition year and not to the preferred alternative that was discussed during public comment periods earlier this summer. The next step will be to publish and implement a One-Year-Rule, issued by the National Park Service, for the upcoming 2011-2012 winter season. "We decided that we needed to answer some questions that were raised during the public comment period,"  .......................rest of story