Yellowstone National Park Big Sky
Winter
Additional Information
Yellowstone is a beautiful place under cover of snow. While most of the park roads are closed from October to May, travel by snowmachine, skis, or snowcoach makes for an unforgettable experience! Book a room in the grand Old Faithful Lodge, for the overnight winter adventure of a lifetime.
Seasonal Access During the winter, visitors can drive between the park’s northern entrance at Gardiner, and northeast entrance at Cooke City / Silvergate, while other roads are not maintained by snowplows and closed to vehicle travel. The town of West Yellowstone remains open, but access to the park from the west is limited to skiers and snowshoers, snow machines, and snowcoaches. nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/hours Camping and Lodging Nine lodges in Yellowstone offer 2,000 rooms for park visitors. Some campgrounds are first come, first served, and others allow advance reservations, for both RVs and tent camping. Backcountry permits are available no more than two days in advance and must be purchased in person. They are required for all overnight stays. yellowstonenationalpark lodges.com/stay/ Fishing Permits Angling in Yellowstone is permitted on certain streams, rivers, and lakes. Permits range from $18–$40 and can be purchased in and around the park. Regulations and more information available at nps.gov/yell/planyour visit/fishing.htm Pets in Yellowstone Yes, Rover can come along! Dogs in Yellowstone are allowed to travel in your vehicle, walk on-leash near roadways, and camp with you. Please follow park rules for safety!
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