It doesn't take much to capture Yellowstone National Park in the perfect light – it's a pretty photogenic place. But some Instagram superstars have topped even the apex of imaginable beauty. And when Jack Frost comes knocking, the winter wonderland of the world's first national park makes the perfect photo subject. Here are this year's top ten Instagram photos of Yellowstone in winter.
FIRE and Ice
This winter sunset posted by Yellowstone Forever, the park's nonprofit partner, lights up Instagram the way the sinking sun lit the sky on fire that day. The fire in the sky compliments the chilly white snow below, living proof that winter is just as vivid her
Cold Smoke
Another goody from Yellowstone Forever, this time showing the poof of rising geyser steam catching the sun in glints and gleams. Two snow-coated trees stand watch over the geothermal feature, a snapshot of the undisturbed winter landscape in Yellowstone.
some shall pass
Posted by the park's account, this shot of roaring snowmobiles highlighted by headlights shows an often-overlooked side of winter in the park. This is your inspiration to get out there by whatever means suits you best, because our public lands—complete with rising mountains and snow-covered roads—are for everyone to enjoy.
The Bees Knees
Unpredictable Beehive Geyser in the Upper Geyser Basin is one you never quite know if you'll have a chance to see. It usually erupts just twice a day, and photographer Micah K (@geologicadventures) caught it mid-burst, steaming high above a blanketing of snow.
The SNows Knows
The NPS posted this shot of a cow moose caught in the cookie jar, powdery snow looking like powdered sugar dusting her nose. These furry critters have to work to stay cool on warm winter days because their coats are so thick and cozy.
Just a Bit of Frosting
Yellowstone's Instagram account is always popping with photos that will wow. This ice-crusted tree is set against a white backdrop so pale you have to squint to catch the outline, a tribute to the austerity of snow-covered winter in Yellowstone.
Yellowstone Friends
The figure dressed in red compliments the color of the thermal feature they're walking across—safely on the boardwalk, of course. You can just feel the chill in the air as the steam rises into the sky.
Beautiful Bacteria?!?!
If you needed a reminder that winter isn't all pure whites and pale neutrals under a grey sky, this photo from Kristine Brunsman (@rangerkristine) is the best way to remember. See the bold rainbow of colors from the pictured thermal feature, wrapped in a white snowy scarf.
A trip to Yellowstone in the Winter can build memories that will last a lifetime. Come find your own instagrammable views, breath-taking colors, and animal action shots in this magical place.
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