This Week in Yellowstone: September 3rd to September 9th, 2026

This week in Yellowstone National Park, from September 3rd to September 9th, 2026, I'll talk about the elk rut, tell you where you can best see the elk during mating season, briefly share about the king elk of Mammoth Hot Springs, and share a favorite hike of mine for this time of the year. I will also give you the complete weather forecast, the snowpack update, the wildlife report, and everything else you need to have an incredible time, “This Week in Yellowstone.”

Operating Dates: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/operating-dates.htm

Backcountry Conditions: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htm