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National Park

Yellowstone

The sun sets behind the sharp point of a snow-covered mountain; pink clouds are reflected in a pond
The sun sets behind Electric Peak. NPS / Jacob W. Frank

Overview

States: ID, MT, WY307-344-7381

Hours

  • Sunday: All Day
  • Monday: All Day
  • Tuesday: All Day
  • Wednesday: All Day
  • Thursday: All Day
  • Friday: All Day
  • Saturday: All Day

Fees & Passes

  • Entrance - Private Vehicle:  35.00

    Unlimited entry for one vehicle and all passengers for seven consecutive days, beginning on the day of purchase. Vehicles must be private, non-commercial, and with a seating capacity of 15 or less.


  • Entrance - Non-commercial Groups:  20.00

    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.


  • Entrance - Motorcycle:  30.00

    Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.


  • Entrance - Snowmobile:  30.00

    Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 snowmobiles with up to 4 total passengers.


  • Entrance - Per Person:  20.00

    Entry for visitors on foot, bicycle, ski, etc., when 16 years of age or older.


  • Commercial Entrance - Sedan:  20.00

    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.


  • Commercial Entrance - Van:  125.00

    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.


  • Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus:  200.00

    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.


  • Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach:  300.00

    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.


  • Nonresident:  100.00

    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.


Map

Things To Do

Category

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    Skiers follow a straight trail through a snowy forest.

    Snow Pass Ski Trail

    Free

    Description

    The Snow Pass Ski Trail is a 4.2 mile (6.76 km), skier-tracked, one-way, easiest to most-difficult, ski that takes skiers through a steep heavily forested area to a semi-flat wide open area with views of Swan Lake Flats.

    More info
    Time:2-3 Hours
    A hiker walks on a mountain slope with a canyon and lake seen in the distance.

    Mount Washburn Spur Trail

    Free

    Description

    A long hike from the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and up the east side of Mount Washburn.

    More info
    Time:8-10 Hours
    A trail crosses a ridgeline above forests and meadows.

    Dunraven Pass - Mount Washburn Trail

    Free

    Description

    Starting at the Dunravenn Pass Trailhead you ascend Mount Washburn on a trail with spectacular views. The Mount Washburn Trail and trailhead parking lot at Dunraven Pass will close for improvements August 6-27, 2019.

    More info
    Time:3-6 Hours
    Wildflowers bloom in an alpine meadow with mountains in the distance.

    Chittenden Road - Mount Washburn Trail

    Free

    Description

    Head up the shortest route to the top of Mount Washburn where you can enjoy panoramic views and interpretive exhibits.

    More info
    Time:3-5 Hours
    A rocky mountain peak emerges behind rolling, grassy hills.

    Rescue Creek Trail

    Free

    Description

    Climb gradually through aspens and meadows, then descend through forests to sagebrush flats that lead to a footbridge across the Gardner River.

    More info
    Time:4-6 Hours
    A hiker follows a trail alongside a river through a forest.

    Lewis River Channel/Dogshead Trail

    Free

    Description

    Hike through forest to the crystal-clear waters of the Lewis River Channel. Look for eagles and osprey fishing for trout in the shallow waters.

    More info
    Time:5-8 Hours

More Images

The sun sets behind the sharp point of a snow-covered mountain; pink clouds are reflected in a pond
The sun sets behind the sharp point of a snow-covered mountain; pink clouds are reflected in a pond
A geyser erupts steam in front of the bright sun.
A geyser erupts steam in front of the bright sun.
Bison graze in sage brush
Bison graze in sage brush
A dark wolf stands in the snow and looks towards the viewer.
A dark wolf stands in the snow and looks towards the viewer.
Brilliant blues and greens of a hot spring ringed by oranges, yellows, reds, and browns.
Brilliant blues and greens of a hot spring ringed by oranges, yellows, reds, and browns.
A grizzly bear walks down a slope with its breath showing
A grizzly bear walks down a slope with its breath showing
A large bull elk with antlers peers through dense green foliage.
A large bull elk with antlers peers through dense green foliage.
A creek winds towards a large lake
A creek winds towards a large lake
Multi-colored teepees are lit in front of a large, stone arch under the black night sky.
Multi-colored teepees are lit in front of a large, stone arch under the black night sky.
A group of skiers watch bison in the snow and steam.
A group of skiers watch bison in the snow and steam.
Five white pelicans float on a large lake at sunrise.
Five white pelicans float on a large lake at sunrise.