Bears in Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone is one of the few places in the lower U.S. where you can see grizzly bears. Bears typically roam Yellowstone between March and November.
Free Trip Planner
Get your vacation packet stuffed full of information about the park and from our vacation partners. Includes fun road trips and maps.
About Old Faithful | Explore Yellowstone's Famous Geyser
Watch Old Faithful erupt on video and and explore exciting FAQs about Yellowstone's most famous geyser.
10 Top Things to Do in the Yellowstone Area
On your Yellowstone vacation, see geysers, wild animals, and a grand canyon with giant waterfalls. Go rafting, horseback riding, and hiking.
Win a Yellowstone Vacation Plus a Road Trip to the Park
Enter Dec 20, 2017 through Feb 27, 2018 to win an adventure from one of four launching points ending with a 3-day guided tour and lodging in Yellowstone.
Top 14 Hot Springs & Pools In and Near Yellowstone
When you’re tired from a long day of sightseeing, unwind with a dip in one of the region’s many hot springs and pools.
What to Pack for Your Yellowstone Vacation
How do you pack for Yellowstone with half the world's geysers, tons of wildlife, and hundreds of places to explore? Here are the top 16 essentials.
48 Hours in Yellowstone
Only have 48 hours? Make the most of your time by visiting some of our favorite spots in the park including wildlife watching, dining at historic lodges and see geysers erupt.
2018 National Park Photography Workshops
National Park Trips Media and Tamron have teamed up to offer Photo Workshops inside your favorite national parks.
Yellowstone Volcano
Did you know that Yellowstone National Park is actually an active supervolcano? The bubbling geysers and hot springs are an indication of the churning activity below the surface.
Where is Yellowstone National Park?
Yellowstone is mostly in the state of Wyoming with small sections in Montana and Idaho.
Which entrance to Yellowstone National Park should I take?
Yellowstone’s five entrance gates make it accessible from all directions. The popular Yellowstone gateway towns of Jackson Hole and Cody in Wyoming, plus West Yellowstone, Silver Gate/Cooke City and Gardiner in Montana, are the closest towns to Yellowstone and have many hotels, resorts, and camping areas.
Which Entrance to Yellowstone National Park Should I Take?
There are five Yellowstone park entrances in three states, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana, allowing easy access to this vast park.
Official Yellowstone National Park Map PDF
This map is an essential tool to planning a vacation. Note the route of the Grand Loop Road and the attractions of the park before you decide where to stay.
Lodging Near Entrances
Hotels, cabins, guest ranches, and lodges inside the park and nearby at gateway towns such as Cody, Jackson Hole, W Yellowstone, Cooke City, and Gardiner.
How should I get to Yellowstone?
Most people drive to the park. Check out our road trip ideas. There are also several airports near the park including in Cody, Jackson Hole, West Yellowstone, and Bozeman. Once you get to the park, you will need a car or tour transportation to get around because there are no shuttles.
6 Best Road Trips
Traveling to Yellowstone is the ultimate road trip. We have scenic, adventure itineraries for your vacation coming from all directions and stops on the way.
Closest Airports
Whichever Yellowstone entrance or its neighbor park, Grand Teton, you are headed to, you can get there fast by flying into one of these nearby airports.
Do I need a car to tour Yellowstone? How long does it take to drive the Grand Loop?
During the summer season, cars are the best option for taking a trip around Yellowstone unless you are riding with a bus tour or concessionaire that provides transportation. The Grand Loop takes between 4 to 7 hours to drive in full.
Where should I stay on my Yellowstone vacation?
There are several campgrounds, cabins, and lodges inside the park. There are also many lodging options near Yellowstone’s entrances. Depending on the season, you will need to reserve hotels and campgrounds well in advance.
Camping and RV Parks
There are 12 campgrounds in Yellowstone. All campgrounds welcome RVs. You can also camp in the backcountry with a permit. Also see camping on the way.
Which Yellowstone Hotel or Cabin Should I Choose in the Summer?
Should you stay in a historic hotel near Old Faithful, or a cabin closer to wildlife and the Lamar Valley? Follow this chart to find out.
Hotels and Cabins
Hotels, cabins, guest ranches, and lodges inside the park and nearby at gateway towns such as Cody, Jackson Hole, W Yellowstone, Cooke City, and Gardiner.
Do cell phones work in Yellowstone? Is there WiFi?
There is cell phone service in the most developed parts of the park. Wifi is available at some hotels and restaurants.
What animals will I see in Yellowstone?
Grizzly and black bears are the most popular to watch for in the park. Gray wolves and bison round out the top three. Be sure to stay a safe distance from wild animals.
Bears in Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone is one of the few places in the lower U.S. where you can see grizzly bears. Bears typically roam Yellowstone between March and November.
Wolves in Yellowstone National Park
After facing extinction in the park, the gray wolf was successfully reintroduced in 1995. Wolves are often found in Lamar Valley in early morning or late evening.
Bison in Yellowstone National Park
These large mammals are abundant in the park, stand 6 feet tall, and weigh over half a ton. There are typically 4,000-5,000 bison in Yellowstone.
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48 Hours in Grand Teton National Park
Here are some of our favorite things to do in Grand Teton from amazing hiking trails to scenic boat rides and the best huckleberry milkshake ever.
Sleeping Giant Zipline near Yellowstone's East Entrance
Just minutes from Yellowstone's east gate, ride the dual ziplines on five sections. Even race your buddy side-by-side. Watch the video.
48 Hours in Yellowstone
Only have 48 hours? Make the most of your time by visiting some of our favorite spots in the park including wildlife watching, dining at historic lodges and see geysers erupt.
No Reservations? 5 Tips for Where to Stay in Yellowstone Country
You and thousands of others are wrestling for the same campsites and lodges to spend the night. Here are four tips for last-minute travelers.
Tower Fall is Beautiful, Accessible Waterfall in Yellowstone
Located in the northeastern part of Yellowstone near Tower Junction, the fall plunges a stunning 132 feet past pinnacles that surround it.
8 Best Historic Hotels in Yellowstone Country
Stay or just visit the historic hotels near Yellowstone including Old Faithful Inn, Occidental Hotel, Irma Hotel, The Elephant Head Lodge and the Lake Hotel
Yellowstone in May Photo Gallery by Dave Shumway
In May, the crowds have not filled the park (yet) and all of the wildlife is starting to recover from winter’s extreme cold.
