UPDATE:
- Services are beginning to close in the park. Check our Facilities Opening and Closing page for current information.
- Check Current Fire Conditions for up-to-date wildfire information.
- The road from Uncle Tom's to Artist Point will be CLOSED TONIGHT, Friday, September 12, from 8 PM to 8 AM Saturday. Visitors will still be able to access Uncle Tom's area during this time. Artist Point Parking Lot will be closed the nights of September 12-24th and for paving and will open each morning at 10:00 a.m. For current road information call 307-344-2117. For information on trails and camping call 307-344-2160 during business hours.
In the park
Visitors should be prepared for a wide range temperatures and weather.
Current road information is available 24 hours a day by calling 307-344-2117.
Artist Point drive re-opened May 23 after the completion of a major restoration project. The overlook has been closed to visitors since July 2007 to improve accessibility, restore the parking area, trails, walkways and viewing platforms, and to enhance the historic and natural beauty of the area.
See the 2008 Road Improvements Map for other conditions that may effect travel this summer.
Trails
Hikers are also urged to check with visitor centers for information on bear activity and possible trail closures. Some backcountry trails remain temporarily closed due to the LeHardy fire. Updated trail information is available at park visitor centers and backcountry offices or by calling Yellowstone’s Central Backcountry Office at 307-344-2160 during normal business hours.
Camping
All frontcountry campgrounds are open. Reservations for Bridge Bay, Canyon, Fishing Bridge RV Park, Madison Campgrounds and can be made by calling 1-866-GEYSERLAND (1-866-439-7375).
Camping at Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Mammoth, Norris, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek and Tower Fall is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Backcountry Camping
Hikers are urged to check with visitor centers for information on bear activity and possible trail closures.
For updated backcountry camping and trail information, the park’s Central Back-country Office is staffed seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and can be reached by calling (307) 344-2160. more...
Check here for a list of campgrounds outside of Yellowstone National Park.
Fishing Season
The fishing season begins Saturday, May 24. Anglers must possess a valid Yellowstone fishing permit, available at ranger stations, visitor centers and general stores throughout the park. more...
Updated Yellowstone National Park road information is available 24 hours a day by calling (307) 344-2117.
More Information: For the latest information on the status of travel within the park, call the 24-hour Current Road Report hotline at (307) 344-2117, or visit the News Release, and Road Construction Delays and Closures pages.
Visiting Yellowstone in the winter? For more winter information visit our Winter Activities and Winter Use Planning page.
Latest News
Visit our news release page for the most up-to-date news.
Park Rules and Regulations
Check here for an overview of rules and safety information that can help make your visit a more pleasant experience.
Learn more about bringing pets into the park.
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