On March 1, 1872, Yellowstone became the first national park for all to enjoy the unique hydrothermal wonders. It is also an important sanctuary for migratory wildlife, and a migratory destination of travelers from around the world. Read More
Migratory Nature
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Yellowstone is seasonal. Plan Your Visit by learning about current conditions, seasons, road conditions, services, activities, and more.
Things To Do
Explore all the different things there are to do in the park.
Webcams
Watch Old Faithful erupt or see the Upper Geyser Basin, Mount Washburn, Yellowstone Lake, and some of the park entrances.
Park Roads
See what's open during our spring season.
Eating & Sleeping
Learn more about lodging, camping, and restaurants.
Ranger in Your Pocket
Geyser predictions, interactive maps, self-guided tours, current conditions, and more. Download the app today!
Learn About the Park
Yellowstone is as wondrous as it is complex. The park is at the heart of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, where nature and culture abound.
Cycles and Processes
Many animals migrate seasonally, following the new growth of grasses and other food sources.
Kids: Preservation
To preserve Yellowstone, we must all be good stewards. Stewardship means making the world a better place by protecting it from harm.
Bear Spray
Read about this highly effective bear deterrent.
Bison Management
Maintaining a wild, migratory bison population in a modern landscape.
Spring Plowing
See what the park does to open the roads for spring.
Last updated: April 1, 2019