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  Yellowstone National Park is located in the western states of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho and encompasses an area of almost 3,500 square miles. Well known for its wildlife and features such as Old Faithful, it is a popular vacation and tourist attraction. If you are considering a vacation near Yellowstone National Park, you will find a number of resorts close by.
  
  

Moonlight Basin Resort

• Located just north of Yellowstone National Park, on the north side of Lone Peak, is the Moonlight Basin Resort. Encompassing more than 40 square miles, the resort has its own village, sky trails, a golf course, a five-star hotel, wellness center and clubhouse. Guests at Moonlight Basin Resort can choose from suites, cabins, townhouses and private homes. All lodging options come with full kitchens, gas fireplaces and hot tubs. In the winter guests may take advantage of skiing and snow-related activities while the summer months offer golfing, horseback riding, river rafting, mountain biking and more.
  
  Moonlight Basin Resort
  PO Box 160040
  Big Sky, MT 59716-0040
  888-893-7698
  moonlightbasin.com
  
  

Spring Creek Ranch

• A recipient of Conde Nast Traveler's Gold List designation, Spring Creek Ranch is on a wildlife sanctuary above the town of Jackson, Wyoming. Accommodations at the Spring Creek Ranch include inn rooms, condominiums or mountain villas and all include views of the Grand Teton Mountains. The Ranch boasts a four-star restaurant, outdoor pool and whirlpool, tennis courts and the Wilderness Adventure Spa. Winter recreation includes skiing, sleigh rides and dog sledding while the summer months find guests enjoying fishing, horseback riding and rodeos. As of 2010, rates start at $190 per night.
  
  Spring Creek Ranch
  PO Box 4780
  1800 Spirit Dance Road
  Jackson, WY 83001
  800-443-6139
  springcreekranch.com
  
  

Island Park Village Resort

• Just a short 22 miles south of Yellowstone National Park you will find Island Park Village Resort. Guests at the resort can choose from a one- or two-bedroom condominium that comes furnished with cable television, a fireplace and a fully equipped kitchen. Condominiums are also available for purchase. The resort offers a golf course, indoor pool, spa and fitness center. Guests can enjoy year-round hunting and fishing, winter skiing and snowmobiling and summer canoeing and horseback riding. As of 2010, rates start at $90 per night with a minimum three-night stay.
  
  Island Park Village Resort
  4153 N. Big Springs Loop Road
  Island Park, ID 83429
  208-558-7502
  islandparkvillageresort.com