RTFTRTR | The Ride to Forget The Ride To Remember
Long ago in BBSC lore, there existed a trip, shall we say a "Ride to Remember". It was so unbearable to remember that the following trip was a trip to forget that "Ride to Remember". Thus began the annual trip of RTFTRTR for all intrepid Bees members. Every summer we choose a new destination to enjoy exploring on two wheels and best of all, with good friends. If you're ever curious about that first Ride to Remember, be sure to ask Dave Hurtado. It's worth the listen.
2026 is Yellowstone National Park! More details to come!
*Optional Dinner at the Driftwood Bar and Bistro at Driftwaters RV Park
9:30am: Kickstands Up
10:15am: Top Off/Fuel Up in West Yellowstone
11:00am: Roughly the time it takes to get into the actual park
Afternoon: TBD
*Top off gas on the way back from West Yellowstone
9:30am: Kickstands Up
Gas Up in Ennis
Bozeman for lunch
Afternoon ride through Big Sky Country
Depart for home
Most of the Bees will be staying near Driftwaters Resort west of West Yellowstone. It's about 40 minute ride (34 miles) to West Yellowstone. We'll see where the group would like to ride or visit within Yellowstone National Park.
We'll ride north along the Madison River and then cut over to Bozeman or "Boze-angles" for lunch. Then we'll take the beautiful mountain pass road of 191 and drop back into our lodging area for the night.
Lodging Options: We'll be basecamped in West Yellowstone area. Many in the club prefer to group together and most are planning to stay at Driftwaters Resort RV Park (31 Sagebrush Wy, Cameron, MT 59720)
What if I want to stay longer? Heck ya, do it! Emily plans to extend her trip by an extra day and will return home on Monday, August 10th.
I see Driftwaters does cabins, camping, and RV? This is a mixed bag so some will be getting a cabin, while others like Emily will be camping. To each their own budget and comfort level!
Drive or Ride to Yellowstone? That's up to you! Most will probably trailer up since it's almost 5 hours directly north on I-15. Some may have extra room on their trailers if you need help transporting your scooter.
How much riding are we doing? The first ride day we'll be spending the day in Yellowstone National Park. Just to the main Yellowstone loop from West Yellowstone, it's 14.7 miles. This could take longer with traffic jams. If you're really ambitious, you can take the 142 mile Yellowstone Loop in its entirety!
The second day of riding we'll be breaking away from the Yellowstone crowds and heading north towards Bozeman and circle around through Big Sky mountain country. Beautiful mountain roads and some twisties. This is expected to be about a 200-miler.
What about park fees? Yellowstone is $30 for 2 motorcycle/scooter, $35 for vehicle, and $80 for the America the Beautiful Pass. This is good for your whole trip.
What if my scooter is only a 125cc or it's a little on the slower side? This is a slow-going park, we won't be reaching speeds higher than 50 mph at most. You may only want to go fast to avoid a bison. As for the Bozeman-Big Sky Loop ride day, we'll keep it at an even 55-60mph speed limit.
Will it be hot? It will be more temperate at this time of year since and nothing like our hot Utah weather. It will be warm in the day and cool down in the evenings. You will want to be prepared to be away all day with some layers of clothing and some rain gear too.
Do I need to worry about the Bison on a scooter? We are in their territory. Be mindful of your surroundings and as a rule of thumb, give all animals the right away and a good deal of distance so they don't feel threatened. You will be fine if you adhere to keeping your distance and being mindful of your surroundings.
I see that Driftwaters isn't near a whole lot, what about provisions like food and gas? Before heading back to the Driftwaters area, we'll always stop in West Yellowstone or wherever for one last top off. There are gas stations near Hebgen Lake (14 miles away) or Ennis (38 miles away).
2026: Yellowstone National Park
2025: Highway 12 Circuit (Southern Utah)
2024: Kanab Country - Zion, Lee's Ferry Area
2023: Glacier National Park
2022: Bear Lake, Utah
2021: Durango, Colorado - Mesa Verde National Park
2019: Moab, Utah
2018: Highway 12/Bryce Canyon
2017: Grand Tetons/Jackson Hole
2016: Great Basin National Park
2015: Yellowstone National Park