2009 Schedule
Yellowstone Backcountry Pack Trips
Wildlife special! Pelican Valley/Lamar Valley July 5-10
Availability for only 4 more guests, book now!
This early season pack trips combines two of the greatest wildlife habitats in Yellowstone. The Pelican Valley is a Bear Management Area, we will be there for the opening of the season. The Pelican is home to the Mollie Wolf Pack, elk, bison, moose and grizzly bear that await our adventure into the backcountry. The Lamar Valley is home to the Druid Wolf Pack, elk, bison, grizzly bear and the option to fly fish the Lamar is also a plus! Great day trips from camps to the high country for spectacular wildlife viewing! Join us on this special wildlife pack trip.
Rate: $2,850.00 per person
50% nonrefundable deposit is required to confirm reservation.
Wildlife! July 13-18: "Mirror Plateau"
Sold Out
The Mirror Plateau, located above the Lamar River, is one of Yellowstone’s
true wilderness areas. The Mirror Plateau is summer range to vast herds of elk
and bison and their predators as well; namely the Druid and Mollie Wolf Packs and grizzly
bears. As part of a Bear Management Program, access is very limited in this
area. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity, the Mirror Plateau pack trips
continue to be our most popular trip with great interest already generated
for the 2009 season.
Rate: $2,850.00 per person
50% nonrefundable deposit confirms reservation
Car shuttle available for an additional charge of $125.00 per vehicle moved.
Again! July 20-25: "Mirror Plateau"
Limited to: 8 guests (Sold Out Pending)
If you want to see some spectacular wildlife in Yellowstone, join us on this pack trip. The Mirror Plateau continues to offer the "Best" wildlife viewing in all of our travels. This Bear Management Area has very limited access, only open from July 15-August 15, so book early for this truly remote area of Yellowstone. This is a very unique pack trip as we ride mostly off-trail.
Rate: $2,850.00 per person
50% nonrefundable deposit confirms reservation
Car shuttle available for an additional charge of $125.00 per vehicle moved.
New! August 2-7: "Snake River/Heart Lake"
Limited to: 8 guests
A new progressive pack trip combining the spectacular scenery of the Snake River and Heart Lake areas. Remote thermals, fly fishing the Snake, float–tube fishing Heart Lake and great day trips in search of wildlife all combine to make this a wonderful pack trip in Yellowstone’s southern region.
Rate: $2,850.00 per person
50% nonrefundable deposit confirms reservation.
Remote! August 12-20: "Thorofare/South Boundary"
Availability for only 4 more guests, book now!
The Thorofare pack trip travels into the most "remote" area in the lower 48 states. Trails traveled are much the same as those in "times gone by" when the mountain men and Native Americans traveled this area. This pack trip is for those who want a true "wilderness expedition". We will spend 9 days on the trail, using 5 unique campsites and travel over 85 miles. Highlights include spectacular fly fishing, majestic views of the surrounding mountain ranges, and grand vistas from the Lake. Wolves, bears, elk and moose are waiting to be spotted. This trip was featured in the "Outside" magazine 2006. Join us for a true backcountry adventure.
Rate: $3,300.00 per person
50% nonrefundable deposit confirms reservation
Car shuttle available for an additional charge of $125.00 per vehicle moved.
Heated Pools! August 23-30: "Bechler Waterfalls"
Limited to: 8 guests (5 available)
Early fall is the prime time to visit the Bechler area. The Bechler region, located in the southwest corner of Yellowstone is home to 21 of the Park’s 40 waterfalls. This trip boasts many great sightseeing opportunities, fly fishing, wildlife viewing as well as soaking in the pools heated by the thermal waters. Our guests were delighted with this rich and exciting region known as "Cascade Corner."
Rate: $3,300.00 per person
50% nonrefundable deposit confirms reservation
Car shuttle available for an additional charge of $125.00 per vehicle moved.
Pack Trip locations are subject to change if campsites cannot be reserved or Park Service closures to fulfill the itinerary. In the event of a change, we will make every effort to plan a very similar pack trip.
Payment and Deposit Information
We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover cards. We also accept checks.
Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of deposit.
Please remember that deposits are nonrefundable, as we work on a very limited season.
Final payment for pack trips is due two weeks prior to trip.
Mike and Erin Thompson
Winter Ranch Contact: (701)523-4907
Summer Ranch Contact: (406)848-9953
email: packtrips@aol.com