I am often asked when is the best time to photograph Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons. I have been leading tours and workshops in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks for several years. It is one of my favorite places. These parks and the surrounding national forests have incredible wildlife and jaw dropping scenery.
I personally feel May- June and September is the two best months.
June has the baby animals and this attracts more predators like wolves and bears. In June the mountains are snow capped and there is a greater variety of wildflowers in bloom.
September is the drama month. The Moose and Elk are in the Rut. They are fighting and competing for females. the Elk are bugling. All mammals have the thick fur coats since winter is around the corner. All for a backdrop of Fall Colors. The aspens look incredible.
So why not summer. From July 1 thru labor day weekend. The weather is warmer. There is less wildlife sighting. The park is super crowded you could spend many hours in traffic. The mammals are shedding their winter coats.
How could you go wrong? Honestly it is a great place any time but May-June or September is the best.
Spring Photo Tours and Workshops
http://www.sphotography.com/yellowstone-photo-tour-workshop-spring/
http://www.sphotography.com/grand-teton-photo-tours-and-workshops/
Fall Photo Tours and Workshops
http://www.sphotography.com/yellowstone-national-park-photo-tour/
http://www.sphotography.com/grand-teton-instructional-photo-tours-and-workshops/