Best time to visit Yellowstone National Park
Best time of year to visit Yellowstone National Park
Spring and autumn are known for the mild weather and fewer crowds, that's why April to May and September to November is the best time to visit Yellowstone National Park. In spring, the weather is unstable, and you need to pack layers. Most roads open by the third week in April, and it's about time to visit unique Isa Lake. Autumn in Yellowstone offers you beautiful orange-yellow foliage, a swim in boiling river, and amusing moose mating season, but most facilities close by early November. Peak season between July and August brings lots of summer activities and perfect weather to visit Grand Prismatic Spring and Morning Glory Pool. However, summertime can be unbelievably busy, so you'd better book your room in advance. Winter in Yellowstone is a harsh and snowy period when some facilities and roads are closed. Anyway, you still have an opportunity to observe migrating bison and wolves, enjoy winter sports, and witness steam rising from the thick blanket of ice and snow and droplets freezing in the air.
1 THING TO DO IN YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK (JULY 24 - AUGUST 02)
Stargazing
Surprise surprise: Yellowstone is awesome not only during the day
39 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Morning Glory Pool
out of rangeStunning beauty of this natural pool is vanishing due to pollution
Grand Prismatic Spring
out of rangeAs the name implies, this is the largest and possibly the most spectacular hot spring in the USA
Old Faithful Geyser
out of rangeDon't miss Old Faithful on your trip to Yellowstone!
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
out of rangeSmaller than Arizona's Grand Canyon, though no less impressive stretching for more than 30 km
Touring the Grand Loop
out of rangeEnjoy a scenic drive and explore some of the main highlights of the park during a one-day trip along the loop
Three Waterfalls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and Uncle Tom's Trail
out of rangeThe park has almost 300 waterfalls to marvel at, but these three are the highest and most powerful
Grizzly Bears
out of rangeThe greatest attraction or the greatest risk? Maybe both!
Mammoth Hot Springs
out of rangeThese amazing colorful hot springs are changing and growing all the time. Come and observe beautiful terraces created by these springs
Migrating Bisons
out of rangeHerds of bison that inhabited the Great Plains of the United States and Canada range from the Great Slave Lake in the north to as far as Mexico
Fountain Paint Pot
out of rangeThese colorful boiling pots are one of the park's main attractions
Fall Colors
out of rangeAmerica's first national park is all dressed up for the fall
Swim in Boiling River
out of rangeTake a relaxing dip into the warm waters of the Boiling River
Horseback Riding
out of rangeThe most authentic way to explore the wilderness of Yellowstone Park
Baby Animal Season
out of rangeWatch the first moves of new residents to the park
Mud Volcano
out of rangeUnique geothermal features attract visitors to this famous spot
Yellowstone Lake
out of rangeLarge and beautiful, settled in the heart of the park, Yellowstone Lake is a great spot for marveling at the beauty of nature
Beartooth Highway
out of rangePass along the highest route in the Northern Rockies
Wolves
out of rangeWildlife watching in Yellowstone is really exciting though sometimes a little scary!
Rafting
out of rangeThe scenic rivers in the park offer great fun during a whitewater rafting adventure
Annual Elk Migration
out of rangeThe annual elk migration takes them to warmer and safer places
Dunraven Pass
out of rangeTake a scenic ride on the highest road in Yellowstone
Black Bears
out of rangeSmaller and less agressive than grizzlies, black bears can be observed during the daylight
Tower-Roosevelt Area
out of rangeOne of the most famous areas in the park features lots of natural and historic sights to explore
Canoeing and Kayaking
out of rangeCome and enjoy your favourite summer activity among Yellowstone's beautiful natural scenery
Moose
out of rangeFollow the song of a bull moose during the mating season. But watch out and don't come too close!
Sleeping Giant Zipline
out of rangeThis scenic ride is a fascinating summer activity
Bison Mating Season
out of rangeWild bison roaming around the park are a popular tourist attraction. Their rutting fights are some of the most impressive as well!
Snowmobiling
out of rangeAn exciting way to explore Yellowstone in winter
Isa Lake
out of rangeLocated at a high elevation, Isa Lake flows to west and east and makes its path to the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. And this happens only at a certain time of the year
Elks
out of rangeThe Elk rut is one reason that draws so many visitors to the park every year during September, and early summer bring elk calves
Bighorn Sheep
out of rangeCheck out the bighorns on the slopes of the mountains
Climbing
out of rangeClimbing in Yellowstone is diverse and full of excitement. This is a climbing hotspot with hundreds of peaks to conquer!
Coyotes
out of rangeMeet these predators native to the Yellowstone region
Cycling
out of rangeBicycling is great way to explore the park during the warm months and enjoy all the famous spots and the scenic road itself!
Birdwatching
out of rangeThis park is a good place to see water birds, migrating species, and birds of prey
Fishing
out of rangeSpend a day angling in the clear waters of this natural reserve full of great fish
Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing
out of rangeEnjoy long and peaceful crisp walks and gorgeous trails with perfect winter views
Yellowstone Sand Verbena
out of rangeIf you are looking for some of the rarest plants in the world, there is one in this park. Come and find out about this mysterious flower
Badgers
out of rangeThese little diggers roam around the park but hide quickly and are rather hard to spot
