{"id":"nps-yell","slug":"yellowstone-national-park","name":"Yellowstone National Park","designation":"National Park","category":"national-park","categoryLabel":"National Park","agency":{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov"},"managedBy":[{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov","unitCode":"YELL","designation":"National Park","sourceId":"nps-yell"}],"states":["ID","MT","WY"],"stateNames":["Idaho","Montana","Wyoming"],"location":{"lat":44.59824417,"lon":-110.5471695},"bbox":[-111.1559,44.1327,-109.8242,45.1081],"acres":{"value":2199250,"kind":"gis-estimate","source":"Computed from the simplified boundary","note":"Approximate. 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Vehicles must be private, non-commercial, and with a seating capacity of 15 or less."},{"title":"Entrance - Non-commercial Groups","cost":"20.00","description":"Non-commercial group (e.g. church groups, scouts) traveling in a vehicle with a capacity of 16 or more people. Cost is per person. Unlimited entry for one vehicle and all passengers for seven consecutive days, beginning on the day of purchase."},{"title":"Entrance - Motorcycle","cost":"30.00","description":"Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers."},{"title":"Entrance - Snowmobile","cost":"30.00","description":"Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 snowmobiles with up to 4 total passengers."},{"title":"Entrance - Per Person","cost":"20.00","description":"Entry for visitors on foot, bicycle, ski, etc., when 16 years of age or older."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Sedan","cost":"20.00","description":"A commercial tour is defined as consisting of one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced, or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provision of the service. The cost is $25 + $20 per person. Pass is good for seven days as long as it's the same passenger group."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Van","cost":"125.00","description":"Based upon the total capacity of a vehicle that can carry 7-15 passengers, regardless of the actual number of passengers. A commercial tour is defined as consisting of one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced, or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provision of the service. Pass is good for seven days as long as it's the same passenger group."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus","cost":"200.00","description":"Based upon the total capacity of a vehicle that can carry 16-25 passengers, regardless of the actual number of passengers. A commercial tour is defined as consisting of one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced, or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provision of the service. Pass is good for seven days as long as it's the same passenger group."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach","cost":"300.00","description":"Based upon the total capacity of a vehicle that can carry 26 or more passengers, regardless of the actual number of passengers. A commercial tour is defined as consisting of one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced, or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provision of the service. Pass is good for seven days as long as it's the same passenger group."},{"title":"Nonresident","cost":"100.00","description":"Each non-US resident aged 16 and older visiting Yellowstone National Park must pay a $100 nonresident fee (in addition to the standard entrance fee), unless admitted with an Annual or America the Beautiful Pass. This includes nonresidents entering as part of a commercial tour group, commercial use authorization (CUA) group, or concessioner tour group."}],"passes":[{"title":"Annual Entrance - Park","cost":"70.00","description":"Provides unlimited entry for one year (valid through the month of purchase) to the pass holder and passengers in the same vehicle, or pass holder and up to three persons where per person fees are charged. Purchase at any entrance station."}],"hours":[{"name":"All Park Hours","description":"Yellowstone is open daily, year-round, although activities and services are limited at night and certain times of year. The park has five entrance stations, but not all entrance stations are open year-round. Make sure to carefully read about access at each station at different times of year. And remember, all dates are weather-dependent.\n\nPlease note that camping is possible only in designated campgrounds.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[]},{"name":"West Entrance","description":"Adjacent to the town of West Yellowstone, Montana, the West Entrance is usually open (weather-dependent) to wheeled vehicles from the third Friday in April through early November, and to tracked-oversnow (snowmobiles and snowcoaches) vehicles from December 15 to March 15.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[{"name":"Spring Shoulder Season","start":"2027-03-16","end":"2027-04-20","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}},{"name":"Fall Shoulder Season","start":"2026-11-01","end":"2026-12-14","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}}]},{"name":"North Entrance","description":"Near the gateway community of Gardiner, Montana, the North Entrance is the only park entrance open to wheeled vehicles all year. November through April, the North Entrance provides the only access to Cooke City, Montana. US Highway 212 east of Cooke City is closed to wheeled vehicles November through April. The road from Mammoth to Norris opens to wheeled vehicles the third Friday in April through early November, and to tracked-oversnow vehicles, conditions permitting, from December 15 to early March.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[]},{"name":"East Entrance","description":"Depending on the weather and conditions, this entrance usually opens to wheeled vehicles the first Friday in May and to tracked-oversnow vehicles December 22 through March 15.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[{"name":"Spring Shoulder Season","start":"2027-03-16","end":"2027-05-04","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}},{"name":"Fall Shoulder Season","start":"2026-11-01","end":"2026-12-14","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}}]},{"name":"South Entrance","description":"Open (weather-dependent) to wheeled vehicles from the second Friday in May through early November and to tracked-oversnow vehicles from December 15 to March 15. Limited services are available near the South Entrance.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[{"name":"Spring Shoulder Season","start":"2027-03-16","end":"2027-05-11","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}},{"name":"Fall Shoulder Season","start":"2026-11-01","end":"2026-12-14","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}}]},{"name":"Northeast Entrance","description":"Near the gateway communities of Silver Gate and Cooke City, Montana, this entrance is open year around for wheeled vehicle access to Cooke City through Gardiner, Montana. US Highway 212 east of Cooke City is closed to wheeled vehicles November through April. Opening dates for roads east of Cooke City vary from year to year, depending on the weather. The Beartooth Highway is open from late May/early June (weather dependent) to mid October.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[]}],"directions":"Yellowstone National Park covers nearly 3,500 square miles in the northwest corner of Wyoming (3% of the park is in Montana and 1% is in Idaho). Yellowstone has five entrance stations, and several are closed to regular vehicles during winter. It takes many hours to drive between these entrances, so be sure to check the status of roads at the entrance you intend to use while planning your trip and before you arrive.","weatherInfo":"Yellowstone's weather can vary quite a bit, even in a single day. In the summer, daytime highs can exceed 70°F (21°C), only to drop 20 or more degrees when a thunderstorm rolls through. It can snow during any month of the year, and winter lows frequently drop below 0°F (-18°C), especially at night. Bring a range of clothing options, including a warm jacket and rain gear, even in the summer.","contacts":{"phone":"307-344-7381","email":"YELL_Information@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Albright Visitor Center","description":"Here you can gather park information, orient yourself to the rest of the park (including road conditions, and campground and lodge availability), shop for souvenirs, explore exhibits to learn more about the wildlife and history of Yellowstone, join a ranger program, pick up a fishing permit (fees are payable by debit or credit card), or use the restrooms.","url":"http://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/albright-visitor-center.htm","lat":44.976369049265756,"lon":-110.69953498336167},{"name":"Canyon Visitor Education Center","description":"Stop by the Canyon Visitor Education Center to learn more about the geologic story of the area, including the Yellowstone volcano, and view a room-size relief map of Yellowstone. You can also get orientation information, pick up a fishing permit (fees are payable by debit or credit card), shop for a souvenir, find out what ranger programs are available, watch a 20-minute film, or use the restrooms. Restrooms are available 24 hours a day.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/canyonvc.htm","lat":44.7347149995,"lon":-110.491852},{"name":"Fishing Bridge Visitor Center and Trailside Museum","description":"The distinctive stone-and-log architecture of this old building—known as \"parkitecture\"—was one of several prototypes for park buildings around the country. Today, the visitor center and museum highlight the ecology of Yellowstone Lake, focusing on birds. Also stop by to visit with a ranger and find out when ranger programs are scheduled, buy a fishing permit (payable by debit or credit card), pick up a souvenir, or take in some truly stunning views of Yellowstone Lake and the surrounding mountains.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/fishing-bridge-visitor-center.htm","lat":44.5630151493,"lon":-110.377754883},{"name":"Grant Visitor Center","description":"Fire plays an important, natural role in the ecosystems found in Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding region. Learn more about this and the fires of 1988 in the exhibit hall, gather park information and trip ideas, shop for souvenirs at the park store, join a ranger program, buy a fishing, boating, or backcountry camping permit (fees are payable by debit or credit card), or use the restrooms.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/grant-visitor-center.htm","lat":44.393592849,"lon":-110.556348683},{"name":"Madison Information Station and Trailside Museum","description":"Located about halfway between Old Faithful and West Yellowstone, you can stop here for park information as visitors have been doing since 1930. The structure is an example of \"parkitecture\" or designing a building in a way that reflects the surrounding ecosystem. You can also shop for souvenirs in the park store or use the restrooms.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/madison-information-station.htm","lat":44.6422241998,"lon":-110.8621147},{"name":"Museum of the National Park Ranger","description":"Once a US Army outpost built in 1908, this visitor center houses exhibits that celebrate the history of the park ranger profession. The current structure replaced previous structures dating back to 1884.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/museum-of-the-national-park-ranger.htm","lat":44.73782044935338,"lon":-110.69695788299987},{"name":"Norris Geyser Basin Museum and Information Station","description":"Situated on the ridge overlooking the Norris Geyser Basin, this historic building is staffed during the summer with rangers who provide park information and facilitate ranger programs. Visitors have been seeking information here since 1930 when the museum was built as a \"trailside museum\" to serve people traveling in their own automobiles without a guide. Restrooms are located in the parking lot.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/norris-geyser-basin-museum.htm","lat":44.7264949996,"lon":-110.7036294},{"name":"Old Faithful Visitor Education Center","description":"Located near Old Faithful Geyser, this visitor center offers views of the geyser's eruption from the tall, windowed front of the visitor center. Additionally, you can gather park information, talk with a park ranger at the front desk, shop for souvenirs in the park store, delve into the natural wonders of Yellowstone in the exhibit hall, join a ranger program, or use the restrooms.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/oldfaithfulvec.htm","lat":44.4586122483,"lon":-110.829226883},{"name":"West Thumb Information Station","description":"This facility is closed until further notice as of July 2026. A small facility at the start of the West Thumb Geyser Basin boardwalks, where you can visit with a park ranger and gather park information, shop for souvenirs in the park store, or join a ranger program. The structure was built in 1925 and is an example of historic ranger-station architecture in Yellowstone.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/west-thumb-information-station.htm","lat":44.415789348696904,"lon":-110.57328548293867},{"name":"West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center (NPS Desk)","description":"Located in the town of West Yellowstone, Montana, there is a desk and backcountry office staffed by National Park Service rangers (summer and winters only). The building is open year-round and a second desk is staffed by the West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce. Stop by to obtain backcountry and fishing permits (fees are payable by debit or credit card), to get park information, or to use the restrooms. Call 307-344-2876 for additional information.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/west-yellowstone-visitor-information-center.htm","lat":44.6583440491,"lon":-111.099274982},{"name":"West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center (Chamber of Commerce Desk)","description":"Located in the town of West Yellowstone, Montana, there is a desk staffed by National Park Service rangers (summer and winters only). The building is open year-round and a second desk is staffed by the West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce. Stop by to obtain backcountry and fishing permits, get park information or to use the restrooms.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/west-yellowstone-visitor-information-center.htm","lat":44.6583280491,"lon":-111.099296983}],"campgrounds":[{"name":"Canyon Campground","description":"Canyon Campground—elevation 7,900 feet (2408 m)—lies in a lodgepole pine forest at Canyon Village, south of the Washburn range and near the breath-taking Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. Canyon Village offers stores, restaurants, and lodging. Nearby hikes include Cascade Lake, Mount Washburn, and the Canyon Rim trails. This campground is reservable through Recreation.gov and operated by Yellowstone National Park Lodges.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/canyoncg.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Yellowstone%20National%20Park&entity_id=2988&entity_type=recarea&inventory_type=camping&inventory_type=day%20use&inventory_type=rec%20area","sites":273},{"name":"Bridge Bay Campground","description":"Bridge Bay Campground—elevation 7,800 feet (2377 m)—is located near Yellowstone Lake, one of the largest, high-elevation, fresh-water lakes in North America. Campers at Bridge Bay will enjoy spectacular views of the lake and the Absaroka Range rising above the lake's eastern shore. This campground is reservable through Recreation.gov and operated by Yellowstone National Park Lodges.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/bridgebaycg.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Yellowstone%20National%20Park&entity_id=2988&entity_type=recarea&inventory_type=camping&inventory_type=day%20use&inventory_type=rec%20area","sites":432},{"name":"Fishing Bridge RV Park","description":"Fishing Bridge RV Park—elevation 7,800 feet (2377 m)—is located near the Yellowstone River where it exits Yellowstone Lake on its way toward the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. Only campground in Yellowstone to offer water, sewer, and electrical hookups. Because grizzly bears frequent the area, no tents or tent campers are allowed. This campground is reservable through Recreation.gov and operated by Yellowstone National Park Lodges.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/fishingbridgecg.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Yellowstone%20National%20Park&entity_id=2988&entity_type=recarea&inventory_type=camping&inventory_type=day%20use&inventory_type=rec%20area","sites":310},{"name":"Grant Village Campground","description":"Grant Campground—elevation 7,800 feet (2377 m)—is located in Grant Village, just off the Grand Loop Road at the south end of Yellowstone Lake. It is one of the larger campgrounds in the park. Group and wheel-chair accessible sites are available. Nearby there are stores, a restaurant, gas station, visitor center, and boat ramp. This campground is reservable through Recreation.gov and operated by Yellowstone National Park Lodges.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/grantcg.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Yellowstone%20National%20Park&entity_id=2988&entity_type=recarea&inventory_type=camping&inventory_type=day%20use&inventory_type=rec%20area","sites":430},{"name":"Madison Campground","description":"Madison Campground—elevation 6,800 feet (2073 m)—sits about 14 miles east from the town of West Yellowstone and 16 miles north of Old Faithful. Nearby, the Gibbon and Firehole rivers join to form the Madison River. In early summer, meadows teem with wildflowers and bison. In September and October, you can often hear bugling elk. This campground is reservable through Recreation.gov and operated by Yellowstone National Park Lodges.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/madisoncg.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Yellowstone%20National%20Park&entity_id=2988&entity_type=recarea&inventory_type=camping&inventory_type=day%20use&inventory_type=rec%20area","sites":276},{"name":"Indian Creek Campground","description":"Located about eight miles south of Mammoth Hot Springs on the road to Norris, Indian Creek Campground—elevation 7,300 feet (2225 m)—sits near the base of the Gallatin Mountains and offers breathtaking views of Electric Peak. The area offers easy access to fishing and hiking. The campground is away from the main road and provides a quieter, more primitive, experience than many other locations. This is a reservable campground run by the National Park Service.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/indiancreekcg.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/259304","sites":70},{"name":"Mammoth Campground","description":"The only campground in the park open year-round, Mammoth Campground—elevation 6,200 feet (1890 m)—is located five miles south of the park's North Entrance. Scattered juniper and Douglas fir trees provide shade during hot summer months. The campground is close to fishing, hiking, and the Mammoth Hot Springs. Great wildlife viewing opportunities abound with elk and bison occasionally passing through the campground. The campground is run by the NPS.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/mammothhscg.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247571","sites":85},{"name":"Norris Campground","description":"Norris Campground will remain closed for the foreseeable future.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/norrishscg.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":112},{"name":"Pebble Creek Campground","description":"Pebble Creek Campground was significantly impacted by the 2022 floods and will remain CLOSED until further notice for flood recovery work.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/pebblecreekcg.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/259307","sites":27},{"name":"Tower Fall Campground","description":"Tower Fall Campground—elevation 6,600 feet (2012 m)—is located on the north side of the steep, winding, road to Dunraven Pass. The campground is near the Tower General Store and Tower Fall. The Lamar Valley, with spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities, is located nearby as are several hiking trails. Roosevelt Lodge, a short drive from the campground, offers dining and horseback riding. This is a reservable campground run by the National Park Service.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/towerfallcg.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":31},{"name":"Lewis Lake Campground","description":"Lewis Lake Campground—elevation 7,800 ft (2377 m)—is about eight miles from the South Entrance and a short walk from the southeast shore of Lewis Lake. A boat ramp is located near the campground information and registration area. Canoes, kayaks, and motor boats are allowed on Lewis Lake. Boat permits and an aquatic invasive species inspection performed by park staff are required. This is a reservable campground run by the National Park Service.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/lewislakecg.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/259309","sites":85},{"name":"Slough Creek Campground","description":"Near some of the best wildlife watching opportunities in the park. Located at the end of a two-mile dirt road, this campground is best suited for tents and small RVs. There are plenty of hiking and fishing opportunities in the area, including the Slough Creek Trail which begins nearby. Nighttime offers a quiet, unimpeded view of the stars and the possibility of hearing wolves howl. Elevation: 6,250 ft (1905 m). This is a reservable campground run by the National Park Service.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/sloughcreekcg.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/259310","sites":16}],"thingsToDo":[],"nearby":[{"slug":"gallatin-national-forest","km":72},{"slug":"grand-teton-national-park","km":88},{"slug":"shoshone-national-forest","km":88},{"slug":"custer-national-forest","km":95},{"slug":"targhee-national-forest","km":96},{"slug":"teton-national-forest","km":107}],"hasBoundary":true,"boundarySource":{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division","url":"https://irma.nps.gov/DataStore/Reference/Profile/2224545"},"sources":[{"name":"NPS Data API","url":"https://developer.nps.gov/api/v1/parks?parkCode=yell"},{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division boundaries","url":"https://services1.arcgis.com/fBc8EJBxQRMcHlei/arcgis/rest/services/NPS_Land_Resources_Division_Boundary_and_Tract_Data_Service/FeatureServer/2"}],"editorialStatus":"draft","synced":"2026-11-09T02:12:45.625Z","alerts":[{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Most Park Roads Closed to All Vehicles","text":"Most roads are closed to prepare for commercially-guided snowcoach and snowmobile travel during the winter season, which will begin December 15 (weather depending). The road between the North and Northeast entrances is the only road open year-round to regular vehicles.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/parkroads.htm","updated":"2026-10-29 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-A14CFF34-4733-46E8-8527-B7A93B4C25CD"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Information","title":"Traffic Delays - Gardner River High Bridge","text":"Expect a single lane of traffic with up to 15-minute delays, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from April 1 through November 24, 2026. Oversized/overweight vehicles (8'6\"+ wide, 75'+ long, 80,000 lbs+ gross vehicle weight) will not be able to cross the bridge during this time.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/parkroads.htm","updated":"2026-10-29 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-57EFE369-9186-400A-8F18-0E966993B8A3"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Biscuit Basin Closed Due to Hydrothermal Explosion","text":"The parking lot, boardwalk, and Firehole River at Biscuit Basin, located north of Old Faithful, is closed to all travel until further notice due to the possibility of another event at the site of a hydrothermal explosion that occurred July 23, 2024.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/yell/images/Biscuit_Basin_Closure_Map_20250529_1.png","updated":"2026-07-01 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-75EAC129-65A2-4CDA-B29C-413502DD3A35"}],"url":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/sites/yellowstone-national-park/","boundaryUrl":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/boundaries/yellowstone-national-park.geojson"}