Most roads into Yellowstone National Park will open this Friday/NPS file
Barring a major snowstorm, most roads into Yellowstone National Park will open to the public at 8 a.m. on Friday.
With coronavirus still a concern, visitors should expect modified operations that are subject to change based on future conditions and public health guidance.
Roads open to the public on April 16
- Mammoth Hot Springs to Old Faithful (via Norris)
- Norris to Canyon Village
- North Entrance to Mammoth Hot Springs to Northeast Entrance (open year-round)
- West Entrance to Old Faithful
There was no word on when the East Entrance Road from Cody, Wyoming, or the South Entrance Road from Jackson would open.
To protect the health of those who live, work, and visit national parks and facilities, face masks are required in all visitor facilities in Yellowstone National Park. Masks are also required on NPS-managed lands when physical distancing cannot be maintained, such as hiking trails, overlooks, and parking areas. This requirement is in support of the President’s Executive Order, Protecting the Federal Workforce and Requiring Mask-Wearing.
- Yellowstone National Park Lodges
- Delaware North General Stores
- Yellowstone Forever
- Yellowstone Park Service Stations, Inc.
- Medcor at Yellowstone
Visit each partner’s website for details. The park and its partners will continue to evaluate and adapt to changing COVID-19 guidance and adjust operations as needed.
The park asks each visitor to recreate responsibly and reduce the spread of COVID-19. If you are sick, do not visit the park. Self-quarantine to avoid exposing others.
Weather conditions can change rapidly, especially in the spring. Many areas of the park are still experiencing winter conditions. Visitors should understand the park’s current conditions.
Spring road conditions can change quickly. Find updated road status on the park website and by calling (307) 344-2117. To receive Yellowstone road alerts on your mobile phone, text "82190" to 888-777 (an automatic text reply will confirm receipt and provide instructions).
The road between Canyon Junction and Tower-Roosevelt will be closed for the 2021 season due to road construction. There will be no access to the Mount Washburn trails.
Yellowstone has 1,100 miles of hiking trails. In lieu of Mount Washburn, consider hiking Bunsen Peak near Mammoth Hot Springs, Purple Mountain north of Madison Junction, or Avalanche Peak along the East Entrance Road when conditions allow.
Check locally, at www.nps.gov/yell or download Yellowstone's App for current information.
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