Jayne Clark

Washington, DC-based freelance writer Jayne Clark has been a travel reporter at USA TODAY and several other daily newspapers.

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Shh! 5 Secret Places in Yellowstone for an Intimate Experience

Written by: Jayne Clark, August 17th, 2019

Categories: Tips

Check out these under-the-radar alternatives for a more serene and solitary experience

The Ultimate Picnic Spots in Yellowstone

Written by: Jayne Clark, June 15th, 2019

Categories: Food

These places offer idyllic al fresco dining

Yellowstone After Dark: Good Times, Dark Skies

Written by: Jayne Clark, September 05th, 2018

Categories: Plan

Stargazing, musical performances, wildlife watching, and Old West cookouts fill the evenings at America’s first national park

Yellowstone: Where the Bison Roam

Written by: Jayne Clark, August 02nd, 2018

Categories: Facts

No better place to see America’s magnificent national mammal than in the first national park

Yellowstone Snowcoaches: The Ultimate Ticket to Ride

Written by: Jayne Clark, March 12th, 2018

Categories: Winter

These customized vehicles reveal the magic of winter in our first national park.

The Coolest Way to Tour Yellowstone

Written by: Jayne Clark, June 07th, 2018

Categories: Plan

The yellow touring buses are as big a hit as they were when they first rolled onto Yellowstone’s byways in the 1920s.

Why Yellowstone in Autumn Should Be on Your Bucket List

Written by: Jayne Clark, July 05th, 2018

Categories: Plan

Cooler weather, fewer people, gorgeous colors, and prime wildlife watching make it magical

Why Yellowstone in Springtime Will Make You Giddy

Written by: Jayne Clark, May 08th, 2018

Categories: Plan

Bears, blooms, baby animals, and more await in the season of rebirth.

5 Myths About Yellowstone

Written by: Jayne Clark, April 05th, 2018

Categories: Facts

As the country’s first national park, Yellowstone has an almost mythical status in the American psyche. We set the record straight on some common misconceptions about Yellowstone.

How Yellowstone’s Wildlife Adapts to Winter

Written by: Jayne Clark, February 11th, 2018

Categories: Winter

From bears and bison to wolves and birds, many park animals are adept at surviving frigid conditions.

Romantic Spots in Yellowstone

Written by: Jayne Clark, February 11th, 2018

Categories: Plan

Intimate moments and private spots make Yellowstone a romantic wonderland — especially in winter

Insider Tips for Enjoying Yellowstone in Winter

Written by: Jayne Clark, August 03rd, 2023

Categories: Winter

Get the most out of your visit during the magical season by following these guidelines.

The Wild Huckleberries of Yellowstone

Written by: Jayne Clark, October 25th, 2017

Categories: Food

This locally sourced and sustainable fruit appears in everything from margaritas and syrup to ice cream and lip balm at America’s first national park

5 Experiences of a Lifetime in Yellowstone

Written by: Jayne Clark, October 18th, 2017

Categories: Plan

From geyser gazing to wildlife watching to the magic of winter, add these wow opportunities to your bucket list.

Q&A with a Law Enforcement Ranger

Written by: Jayne Clark, October 10th, 2017

Categories: Facts

A Yellowstone National Park Ranger Shares Little-Known Insights

Great Geyser Gazing in Yellowstone National Park

Written by: Jayne Clark, August 29th, 2017

Categories: Facts

Thrill to this gushing phenomenon in the place that has more geysers than anywhere else on earth.

The New Canyon Lodges Go Green

Written by: Jayne Clark, August 04th, 2017

Categories: General

The rustic-chic accommodations display a 21st-century sustainable aesthetic

Yellowstone: A Perfect Morning for Wildlife Watching

Written by: Jayne Clark, August 03rd, 2017

Categories: Facts

Wake up to animals large and small in the ‘American Serengeti’

Water Lover’s Guide to Yellowstone

Written by: Jayne Clark, July 05th, 2017

Categories: Tips

From world-class fishing to scenic cruises, Yellowstone Lake has it all

The Music of Yellowstone

Written by: Jayne Clark, May 02nd, 2017

Categories: Facts

The otherworldly grandeur of Yellowstone has inspired a melodic earful from multiple composers and performers.

8 Instagram-worthy Spots in Yellowstone

Written by: Jayne Clark, June 06th, 2017

Categories: Tips

With its searing geysers, rushing rivers and cool, green forests — plus bear, elk, bison and other wildlife — Yellowstone National Park is a photographer’s dream come true