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Wide Open, Since 1890 The Grand Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone National Park, a large hot spring located in the Midway Geyser Basin

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Nothing says summer like exploring America's vast national parks. From Yellowstone to Grand Teton, Wyoming's treasured national parks are bucket-list trips worth carefully planning well in advance.

We're grateful to report that Wyoming's national parks, monuments and historic sites are wide open-and wild-as usual this summer.

Yellowstone National Park

Home to an incomparable combination of natural beauty, rugged wilderness, majestic peaks, abundant wildlife, and the world’s largest concentration of geysers and thermal features, it’s no wonder Yellowstone was named America’s first national park.

From hiking and horseback riding to fishing and scenic wildlife tours, there are plenty of things to do across its 2 million acres. The iconic spots — Old Faithful, Lower Falls and Yellowstone Lake — may be familiar from paintings and photographs, but seeing them in person is a humbling, enthralling experience you can enjoy year-round. When it comes to where to stay in Yellowstone National Park, you have choices, but booking early is key. From inside the park hotels and motels to campgrounds and backcountry camping with the correct permits, there’s a perfect basecamp for your wild and wonderful Yellowstone adventure.

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Wildlife Safety

For the safety of wildlife and visitors, please keep your distance from all animals. It’s recommended to stay at least 100 yards away from bears and wolves and at least 25 yards away from all other wildlife.

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Map Your Yellowstone Adventure.

Encompassing 2.2 million acres, Yellowstone National Park is the second largest national park in the lower 48. With so much to explore, including over 10,000 hydrothermal features, more than half the world’s geysers, 466 miles of road and over 92 trailheads, you’ll want to decide which features to visit before you arrive. This map highlighting camping and lodging in Yellowstone – plus some of the park’s most popular sights – will help you get started.

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North Entrance

Yellowstone has five entrance stations, and several are closed to regular vehicles during winter. It takes many hours to drive between these entrances, so be sure to check the status of roads at the entrance you intend to use while planning your trip and before you arrive.

North Entrance

Northeast Entrance

Yellowstone has five entrance stations, and several are closed to regular vehicles during winter. It takes many hours to drive between these entrances, so be sure to check the status of roads at the entrance you intend to use while planning your trip and before you arrive.

Northeast Entrance

East Entrance (Cody)

Cody, Wyoming sits 52 miles east of Yellowstone’s east entrance. Founded by William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, Western attractions such as nightly summer rodeos, cowboy music and the Buffalo Bill Center of the West offer just a few things to do. East Entrance to Bridge Bay at Yellowstone Lake 17 miles, 40 minutes

East Entrance (Cody)

West Entrance

Yellowstone has five entrance stations, and several are closed to regular vehicles during winter. It takes many hours to drive between these entrances, so be sure to check the status of roads at the entrance you intend to use while planning your trip and before you arrive.

West Entrance

Mammoth Campground

The only campground in the park open year-round, this 85-site campground is close to fishing, hiking, and the Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound with elk and bison occasionally passing through the area.

Mammoth Campground

Indian Creek Campground

This campground sits near the base of the Gallatin Mountains at an elevation of 7,300′. The area offers easy access to fishing and hiking and provides a quieter, more primitive experience. Here, you’ll find 70 sites.

Indian Creek Campground

Slough Creek Campground

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Slough Creek Campground

Madison Campground

This campground for tents and RVs sits at an elevation of 6,800’ and is set in a partly wooded area. The area is known for fishing and is located near Old Faithful. Here, you’ll find over 270 individual sites and 3 group sites.

Madison Campground

Lewis Lake Campground

Sitting at an elevation of 7,800′, this campground is a short walk from Lewis Lake, where canoes, kayaks and motor boats can be enjoyed. A boat ramp is located near the campground information and registration area. Find 85 campsites here.

Lewis Lake Campground

Grant Village Campground

This campground sits at an elevation of about 7,800 feet in a lodgepole pine forest, just a few miles from the West Thumb Geyser Basin. The campground offers a relaxing setting with easy access to amenities. Choose from over 400 sites, including both RV and tent sites.

Grant Village Campground

Bridge Bay Campground

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Bridge Bay Campground

Fishing Bridge RV Park

This RV park is named after the Fishing Bridge, a wooden bridge that used to provide a fishing platform. Fishing is no longer allowed, but visitors can still use walkways to watch waterfowl. This area has 310 sites designated for hard-sided recreational vehicles.

Fishing Bridge RV Park

Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel & Cabins

Named after nearby Mammoth Hot Springs, this hotel offers lodging in the summer and winter. The hotel was built in 1936 and offers visitors a variety of accommodations, including two restaurants and a bar, as well as the chance to spot elk grazing outside the hotel.

Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel & Cabins

Roosevelt Lodge

Built in 1920 near Yellowstone’s Tower Falls area, the rustic cabins and family-style dining are a favorite of families and anglers alike. A large corral operation offers horseback trail rides, stagecoach adventures and a popular Old West Dinner Cookout.

Roosevelt Lodge

Canyon Lodge

This sprawling facility features the most accommodations in Yellowstone with more than 500 rooms and cabins. The lodge also offers a cafe, grill, eatery and ice creamery for visitors to enjoy.

Canyon Lodge

Old Faithful Snow Lodge

The newest of the park’s hotels, the Snow Lodge is open during the summer and winter months. Exterior log columns and a cedar shingle roof make this lodge a significant example of classic “parkitecture.” Here, visitors can enjoy full-service dining and the quick service Geyser Grill.

Old Faithful Snow Lodge

Grant Village

Grant Village features 6 two-story buildings each containing 50 rooms; none have elevators. The lodging complex features a full-service restaurant, a lakeside restaurant with a casual menu, lounge and gift store. The village is also nearest to Grand Teton National Park.

Grant Village

Mammoth Hot Springs

If you’re looking to see a lot of hot springs in one place, Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone National Park is the place for you. This must-see feature at Yellowstone includes upper and lower terrace boardwalks with approximately 50 hot springs here.

Mammoth Hot Springs

Lamar Valley

Located in the northeast corner of the park, Lamar Valley is famous for its abundance of wildlife, such as elk, moose, wolves, bison and bears. Anglers enjoy the Lamar River’s healthy population of trout. Hayden Valley to Lamar Valley 73.5 miles, 2 hours 20 minutes

A herd of bison walking across Yellowstone National Park.

Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

This canyon carved by the Yellowstone River is most famous for its Lower Falls. Here, the river tumbles twice the height of Niagara Falls before striking the canyon floor. Bridge Bay at Yellowstone Lake to Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone 20 miles, 45 minutes

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Grand Prismatic

Grand Prismatic is Yellowstone’s largest single hot spring and the world’s third largest. The hot spring’s vibrant colors are caused by the bacteria that live inside this stunning geothermal feature.

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Old Faithful

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Onlookers viewing Old Faithful geyser at Yellowstone National Park during the summer.

Yellowstone Lake

As the largest alpine lake in North America, Yellowstone Lake beckons to anglers, boaters and others drawn to its vast, scenic beauty. East Entrance to Bridge Bay at Yellowstone Lake 17 miles, 40 minutes Bridge Bay at Yellowstone Lake to Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone 20 miles, 45 minutes

a boat on Yellowstone Lake's surface

Wildlife Safety

For the safety of wildlife and visitors, please keep your distance from all animals. It’s recommended to stay at least 100 yards away from bears and wolves and at least 25 yards away from all other wildlife.

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Map Your Yellowstone Adventure.

Encompassing 2.2 million acres, Yellowstone National Park is the second largest national park in the lower 48. With so much to explore, including over 10,000 hydrothermal features, more than half the world’s geysers, 466 miles of road and over 92 trailheads, you’ll want to decide which features to visit before you arrive. This map highlighting camping and lodging in Yellowstone – plus some of the park’s most popular sights – will help you get started.

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