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Yellowstone National Park established in 1872. Railroad arrived in 1883, allowing easier visitor access. The US Army managed the park from 1886 through 1918. Automobiles allowed into the park in 1915, making visits easier and more economical.
national park, an area set aside by a national government for the preservation of the natural environment. A national park may be set aside for purposes of public recreation and enjoyment or because of its historical or scientific interest.
What are the National Park purposes? The statutory purposes of National Parks are: To conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the National Parks. To promote opportunities for the public understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities of the Parks.
Yellowstone National Park sits on top of a dormant volcano and is home to more geysers and hot springs than any other place on earth. Wonders abound at this truly unique national park, from sites like the Yellowstone Grand Canyon to wildlife like America’s largest buffalo herd, grizzly bears, and wolves.
Yellowstone has more wildlife and thermal features. Yosemite is more rugged alpine scenery and nearby giant sequoia groves. Yellowstone has more road access. Much of the easy access of Yosemite is the crowded valley.
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16 Absolute Best Things to Do in Yellowstone (+Map & Tips)
I recommend staying outside of Yellowstone if you want nicer amenities, cheaper prices, or more dining and activity options. You’ll already be driving a lot to see the sights in Yellowstone, so it’s best not to add more driving just to get to the park entrance.
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Yellowstone Entrance Passes For private, non-commercial vehicles, a 7-day pass to Yellowstone National Park costs $35/vehicle and does not include entrance into nearby Grand Teton National Park. The latter park, home to the mighty Grand Teton and other rugged peaks, also charges $35/vehicle for entrance.
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Yellowstone National Park Entrance Fees | |
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Private Non-commercial Vehicle | $ 35.00 (valid for 7 days) |
Motorcycle, Snowmobile | $ 30.00 (valid for 7 days) |
Single Entry (foot, bike, ski, 16+ years old) | $ 20.00 (valid for 7 days) |
Annual Pass (good 1 year from date of purchase) | $ 70.00 (Yellowstone Annual Pass) |
Booking a Yellowstone Visit To ensure you’re able to reserve your preferred dates and location, it’s best to call when reservations open, since popular lodges are often fully booked up to a year in advance. Click here for Yellowstone campground reservations.
Dinner reservations are required for Old Faithful Inn, Lake Yellowstone Hotel and Grant Village. Priority for dinner reservations is given to hotel guests. Visitors not staying at the Old Faithful Inn, Lake Yellowstone Hotel and Grant Village may make dinner reservations 60 days in advance.
The only official “camp” spot that is free is Spirit Mountain Road, which has around 3-4 bar for Verizon and AT. The only issue with this spot is that it is over an hour away from the entrance to the park. If you are just stopping here for one night, on your way to Yellowstone this is the perfect spot though.
However, it’s still wise to book as far in advance as possible. If you’re traveling to Yellowstone National Park and looking for lodging, summer reservations open May 1 for the following year (2022). For winter, reservations open March 15 for 2022.
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Prairie rattlesnakes are the only dangerously venomous snakes in Yellowstone.
A visitor sees zero bears, and then pronounces bears “impossible to find.” The fact is that you are extremely unlikely to see a large predator at Old Faithful. If you want to see the best wildlife, head north to the comparatively less-visited part of the park.