Yellowstone Attractions
Yellowstone National Park boasts dramatic peaks and pristine lakes, an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. In the lush forests and expansive meadows, multicolored pools swirl around hot springs, and steaming streams of water are emitted from volatile geysers. In 1807, John Colter (a scout for explorers Lewis and Clark) described Yellowstone's geological wonders with such embellishment that everyone believed he was lying. In today's world, the park is, without a doubt, extraordinary. Be prepared to share the trails with buffalo, elk, and sometimes grizzlies while exploring its 3,000-plus square miles of mountains, canyons, geysers, and waterfalls.
There are plenty of untouched territories to explore within Yellowstone's 2.2 million acres, which stretch from Wyoming into Idaho and Montana. Spend a day or two in Mammoth Hot Springs and Yellowstone Lake. The Lewis River Channel and Dogshead Loop offer untamed wildlife and hot springs that are less well known. You can always return to the trails and wildlife-watching opportunities, regardless of how overwhelming they may initially seem.
What You Need To Know
Yellowstone attracts millions of visitors annually to watch erupting geysers, roaming wildlife, and thermophile art. Despite the many things to discover and learn, there are some important considerations to help ensure your trip is successful.
- Enter the list of the top attractions and buy
- online your entrance pass
- A park entrance pass is all that is needed to enter the park. Reservations are not required. Save time by purchasing your access online before arriving at the entrance station. It is usual for entrance gates, construction zones, and wildlife sightings along roadsides to be crowded and backed up in the summer.
- Find out how the roads are doing.
- Mid-April is usually the opening date for park roads, and early November is the closing date for wheeled vehicles (cars, vans, motorcycles, etc.). Closures are possible at any time because of weather, so check the park roads page for the latest information. Check the road construction page for details about major road projects and construction delays.
- Create a plan in advance
- There can be sudden changes in operating hours and service levels. Before visiting the park, make sure you check the following:
- Operating Hours
- Current Conditions
- Make sure wildlife has enough space.
- Getting too close to wild animals can be dangerous! A bear, bison, or elk has injured or killed people. It is always advisable to keep bears and wolves 100 yards (91 m) away from humans. A bear country is a dangerous place. Learn how to stay safe while watching wildlife.
- Be responsible when driving and parking.
- Observe posted speed limits when you're watching wildlife, taking pictures, and letting other cars pass. Stopping on the road is not permitted. Parking should be done with all four tires to the right of the white line when pulling over.
- Make sure you stay on the boardwalks.
- In thermal basins and hot springs, people have broken through the thin ground or fallen into hot springs, resulting in severe injuries or deaths.
- Experience a better way
- Before you visit the park, download the free National Park Service app (and offline content).
- The internet connection will be limited.
- Even in areas with cell reception, you might not be able to receive calls or texts.
- Be prepared for changes in the weather.
- The weather cannot be predicted in Yellowstone. The weather can change dramatically from month to month. Bring layers of clothing, a warm jacket, and rain gear no matter when you visit. Weather conditions can be found by checking the local weather station.
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Explore Yellowstone on a 11-12 hour tour with a local guide. Set out FROM JACKSON HOLE, WY area to experience America's first national park. See its iconic Old Faithful, marvel at the Grand Canyon Waterfalls, and search for wildlife including grizzlies, bison, grey wolves, and more. This tour includes both a light breakfast, lunch and park entrance fees, as well as the use of binoculars.
For Tour Dates BEFORE May 13, since the South Entrance is closed, Tours will drive from Jackson to West Yellowstone to enter through the West Gate. Thus, we will not tour through Grand Teton Park from Apr 15-May 12.
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Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, Lake Yellowstone and more! This is a tour of the Lower Loop of Yellowstone National Park, which will visit such points of interest as Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, Fountain Paint Pots, Upper and Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, Hayden Valley, Lake Yellowstone, and much more! Bring your camera as wildlife sightings including bear, elk, and bison are common. Lunch included!
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Enjoy endless views of mountains, geysers, canyons, lakes, rivers and more on this coach tour of Yellowstone National Park from Jackson. Travel through Grand Teton National Park and then enter Yellowstone for a tour of the Lower Loop’s main attractions including Old Faithful, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, the historic Lake Hotel and the colorful Fountain Paint Pot. Learn about the area’s history, geology and ecology from your guide, and keep your eye out for wildlife including bison and wolves!
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The park is empty since the flooding! The flooding caused zero changes to the tours that we have always operated! We will see all of the parks highlights and Iconic sites plus hidden areas! Seize the moment and come to Yellowstone during an all time low in tourism!
Our private tours are led by professional guides who have a formal education in wildlife biology. We will tour the park in modern chevy suburbans. We will see wildlife while visiting the most ICONIC destinations as well as hidden locations. During our day we will see Old Faithful, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Yellowstone Falls (308'), wildlife, large waterfalls, hidden geysers, and historic hotels. We will provide high end binoculars and spotting scopes for the entire group! It is our goal to educate your family on the science of the park and have them experience the wonder of hidden Yellowstone on each and every tour.
For lunch we will stop for an incredibly scenic picnic style lunch along the shore of Yellowstone Lake!
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This Active Van Tour is a great way to see Yellowstone National Park beginning in the fun gateway town of West Yellowstone. The early morning part of the tour explores wildlife haunts in the famous Shadow Canyon of the Madison River. This area is home to bear and elk. Later we hike to an overlook of the famous Grand Prismatic Hot Springs. If you don't feel like walking we find a safe, scenic spot for you to wait for the group near the van. Next we explore the Old Faithful area, including some time at the famous Old Faithful Inn. We continue over the continental divide at Isa Lake and down to the West Thumb Geyser Basin on Yellowstone Lake for a view of some spectacular lakeside thermal pools. Continuing our drive along Yellowstone Lake we arrive in the Hayden Valley where big herds of bison roam. Finally, we arrive at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to view the canyon and the amazing falls (one is almost 200 feet tall!). The day concludes back at West Yellowstone.
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Globe Trekkers is all about giving you The VIP and attention you deserve! These are private tours (your party only), hotel pick up and drop off included, you call the stops, we take your photos for you, And we offer complimentary snacks and drinks.
Private guided Day Tour of Yellowstone National Park . All the Grand highlights of the park. The guide serves as Driver, Tour Guide, and photographer.
The best way to see Yellowstone in a day! We will pick you up at any location within 15 km.
*Please note that from April 16 to May 16, some sections of the park may still be inaccessible due to snow accumulation from the winter season.
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Yellowstone National Park forms the core of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, with one of the highest levels of wildlife diversity in North America. Our full-day private safari endeavors to highlight the hundreds of species of animals and plants that call this place home by utilizing the vast knowledge and experience of our naturalist guides.
Our guides provide not only the understanding of wildlife habits, and the story of their importance on the landscape. Throughout the day as you ride in our comfortable vehicles, your guide will educate and converse with you about the incredible ecosystem. They will also be attuned to all our guests' needs and desires, and will plan accordingly for walking, viewing, picnicking and moments of wilderness solitude. The use of optics such as binoculars and spotting scopes makes for incredible and personal moments of connection with this wild place. Your guide is at your service to help you have the best experience from start to finish.
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See Yellowstone National Park on a full-day tour from Cody with an certified expert naturalist and professional nature photographer guide. Explore the country's first national park with an emphasis on nature photography, ecology, geology, and wildlife viewing. We are in the park earlier than other tours assuring you have superior wildlife viewing opportunities and smaller crowds. You'll travel along the Lower Loop, which provides an in-depth look at the park's otherworldly thermal areas such as the Upper Geyser Basin, where you can watch an eruption of Old Faithful, Yellowstone's most famous geyser. This tour is limited to nine people to provide a small-group experience. Everyone has a window seat. Breakfast snacks and drinks are provided. Experience Yellowstone Tours does not pick up in Jackson, WY, West Yellowstone, MT, Gardiner MT, Old Faithful, Grant Village, Canyon Lodge, Mammoth Hot Springs
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Yellowstone National Park is a stunning natural wonder located in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. It is a popular tourist destination, visited by millions of people from all around the world each year. The park offers a wide range of activities and attractions, including hiking, camping, wildlife watching, geothermal features, and many more. When it comes to accessibility for people with disabilities and seniors, Yellowstone National Park is making efforts to ensure everyone can enjoy the beauty of the park.
Accessibility Features
Yellowstone National Park has implemented several accessibility features to make the park accessible to people with disabilities and seniors. Some of the features include:
1. Accessible Trails:
The park has several trails that are designed to be accessible to people with disabilities and seniors. These trails are equipped with paved paths, handrails, and benches, making it easier to move around the park.
2. Wheelchair Rentals:
Yellowstone National Park has wheelchair rentals available at the visitor centers in Old Faithful, Mammoth, and Canyon. These wheelchairs can be rented for free, but visitors will need to provide their identification card.
3. Accessible Buildings:
The park has several accessible buildings, including visitor centers, lodges, and restrooms. These buildings are equipped with features like automatic doors, accessible restrooms, and elevators.
4. American Sign Language Services:
Yellowstone National Park offers American Sign Language services to visitors who are deaf or hard of hearing. The services are available at visitor centers, ranger-led programs, and guided tours.
5. Audio-Described Programs:
The park provides audio-described programs for visitors who are blind or visually impaired. The programs cover a wide range of topics related to the park’s attractions and features.
Accessible Attractions
Yellowstone National Park is home to several accessible attractions that visitors with disabilities and seniors can enjoy. Some of the attractions include:
1. Old Faithful:
Old Faithful is Yellowstone’s most famous attraction. It is accessible via an accessible boardwalk that offers excellent views of the geyser.
2. Yellowstone Lake:
Yellowstone Lake is the largest freshwater lake in the park. Visitors can enjoy accessible boardwalks and overlooks around the lake.
3. Mammoth Hot Springs:
Mammoth Hot Springs is a geothermal area that features hot springs and terraces. The area offers several accessible boardwalks that visitors can use to explore Mammoth.
4. Grand Prismatic Spring:
Grand Prismatic Spring is one of the park’s most colorful hot springs. Visitors can view the spring from an accessible boardwalk that offers an excellent view of the spring.
5. West Thumb Geyser Basin:
West Thumb Geyser Basin is located on the shore of Yellowstone Lake and features several geothermal attractions. Visitors can access the basin via an accessible boardwalk.
Accessibility Challenges
Despite the efforts made to make Yellowstone National Park accessible to all, there are still some challenges that visitors with disabilities and seniors may face. Some of the challenges may include:
1. Limited Accommodations:
Accommodations for visitors with disabilities and seniors are limited and often need to be reserved in advance.
2. Weather:
Yellowstone National Park’s weather can be severe, especially during the winter season. Visitors with mobility difficulties may find it challenging to navigate the park’s snowy and icy terrain.
3. Limited Transportation:
Yellowstone National Park’s public transportation system is limited, and there may not be enough accessible transportation options available for visitors with disabilities and seniors.
4. Crowded Trails and Boardwalks:
Yellowstone National Park can be crowded, especially during peak seasons. Crowded trails and boardwalks can make it challenging for visitors with mobility difficulties to navigate the park.
5. Limited Services:
Some services, such as accessible hiking trails, may have limited availability in Yellowstone National Park. Visitors with disabilities and seniors should plan accordingly and research before heading out to the park.
Conclusion
Yellowstone National Park is making efforts to ensure that visitors with disabilities and seniors can enjoy the park’s beauty. Despite the challenges that visitors with disabilities and seniors may face, the park continues to make progress in improving accessibility. Visitors with disabilities and seniors should plan ahead to ensure that they have the best experience possible in Yellowstone National Park.
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