The Union Pacific route to Yellowstone National Park takes visitors to
West Yellowstone, Montana, right on the Park border, and the nearest
entrance to Old Faithful Geyser, Yellowstone’s most famous attraction.
Here, amid the fragrance of the pine forests, the railroad maintains
West Yellowstone Station, and an attractive dining lodge.
Upon arriving at the station you have a short time for refreshments; a
brief glimpse of the rustic village; mailing cards; buying souvenirs, or
perhaps making a few necessary purchases. Then you’re ready to climb
into a comfortable motor bus for the trip to Old Faithful region.
The first day’s ride is a preview of the promise that Yellowstone will
fulfill. Along the way you will be constantly amazed by a continuous
series of pulse-quickening sights ... green, virgin forests; National
Park Mountain; glimpses of the Madison River, and charming views of
distant mountains.
Presently the chatter of the cascades of Firehole River is heard. This
is one of Yellowstone’s most bewitching waterfalls. Oddly enough, while
the waters are warmed from geysers and hot springs, the river is alive
with trout.