Good to know
- Tickets
- The park charges an entry fee per vehicle, covered by the America the Beautiful pass. Check nps.gov for current rates. Non-US residents 16 and over pay an extra per-person fee unless they hold the nonresident annual pass. No timed-entry reservation is needed.
- Time needed
- At least 2 to 3 days to see the main areas; 4 or 5 days to include wildlife watching.
- Best time
- Late May to September, when all roads are open. September has fewer crowds and active wildlife.
- Getting there
- West Yellowstone, Montana, sits at the West Entrance. Nearest major airports are Bozeman, about 1 hour 30 minutes' drive to the West Entrance, and Jackson Hole, about 1 hour to the South Entrance.
Where to stay nearby
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Yellowstone National Park questions
Do I need a reservation to visit Yellowstone?
No. You only need an entry pass. Lodging inside the park books up months ahead, so reserve rooms early.
When are Yellowstone roads open?
Most park roads are open to cars from late April or May to early November. Only the road from Gardiner to Cooke City stays open to cars all winter.
Where should I stay to visit Yellowstone?
Park lodges like Old Faithful Inn put you closest to the sights. West Yellowstone, Gardiner and Cody are the main gateway towns.
