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Fly-fishing at the Upper Henry's Fork in the Snake River. © Kirk Anderson

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Located fifteen miles west of West Yellowstone, The Nature Conservancy's Flat Ranch offers a great place to view wildlife and learn about the Conservancy before entering Yellowstone National Park.

Throughout the summer, enjoy our summer lecture series at Flat Ranch every Wednesday and most Saturdays (June - September). Take a wildflower walk, gaze at the stars, learn about grizzly bears and more.

Moose, pronghorns and sandhill cranes can often be seen from the visitor's center; a spotting scope is available for use.

Migratory birds such as long-billed curlews and ospreys also depend on this lush and fertile basin. The area's water supports large numbers of aquatic insects, providing food for the internationally famous wild trout that swim the waters, including the imperiled Yellowstone cutthroat trout.

Things To Do

Hiking, wildlife viewing, fly fishing (catch and release only)

Plan Your Visit

Facilities: An interpretive center, located just off the highway, is open to the public daily from Memorial Day through late October. A spotting scope is available for use in wildlife viewing.

Directions

• The Flat Ranch is located directly off Highway 20, just north of Macks Inn.

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