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Current Conditions

Alerts

Caution

• Construction & Nightly Closures between Norris & Mammoth Hot Springs

  Alert 1 , Severity ,caution ,, Construction & Nightly Closures between Norris & Mammoth Hot Springs The road between Roaring Mountain and Willow Park is under construction. Expect delays up to 30 minutes, and night closures June 11–September 10 from 10 pm–7 am (excluding Friday & Saturday nights). No daytime delays over the 4th of July holiday weekend.
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Information

• Area Closures near Grand Prismatic Spring

  Alert 1 , Severity ,information ,, Area Closures near Grand Prismatic Spring Several closures remain in effect while work continues on a new trail and overlook on the hill south of Grand Prismatic Spring. Boardwalks at Midway Geyser Basin remain open. The new trail is expected to open no earlier than July 1, 2017.
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• Area Closures in Canyon

  Alert 2 , Severity ,information ,, Area Closures in Canyon Some destinations are unavailable as part of the Canyon Overlooks and Trails Restoration Project.
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Conditions in Yellowstone can change quickly, especially during spring and fall. Updates to this map may be delayed, so check back often. Temporary road closures and delays are always possible and may not be shown on this map.

 

Yellowstone Live - Roads

Yellowstone Road Status Map

 

Roads & Construction

For current road status, check the map above or call [phone] for recorded information. The park roads page lists seasonal road opening/closing dates as well as construction projects. Our webcams provide a live look at traffic approaching the north and west entrances.

Eating & Sleeping

Contact Yellowstone National Park Lodges for camping and lodging reservations. Check the campground page for recent campground fill times. Options for dining, buying food, and picnicking exist throughout the park, and our nearby attractions page provides links to services in surrounding communities.

Geyser Predictions

When staff are available, geyser predictions are published via Twitter @GeyserNPS, through our apps, and by recorded message at 307-344-2751 (option 2). Predictions are also available on the GeyserTimes website. Learn more about geyser activity.

Backcountry Trails & Campsites

Check the backcountry situation report for the most up-to-date conditions.

Rivers & Streams

Boiling River and Firehole Swimming area are closed due to high water. Water levels are starting to rise with warmer temperatures; always use caution and be safe.

Fishing

The 2017 fishing season runs from May 27 to November 5.

Wildlife

The spring season of elk calving has begun. Cow elk are much more aggressive towards people during the calving season. Knowingly approaching within 25 yards of elk is prohibited. Learn how to watch wildlife safely.

Weather

The weather in Yellowstone can change quickly. Check our weather page for more information and our webcams to observe current weather conditions.

Fire

Wildland fire danger is LOW. See our Current Fire Activity page for more information. Be especially cautious when traveling through areas that have recently burned: potential hazards include unstable dead trees, burned-out stump holes, loose rocks & logs, heat & smoke.

Snow

Snowfall varies greatly throughout the park. The Natural Resource Conservation Service offers an interactive map that displays current data on snow depth, snow water equivalent, and more from SNOTEL stations in and around Yellowstone. Avalanche forecasts and other winter safety information are available from the Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center and the Bridger Teton Avalanche Center.

 

More Information

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  Backcountry Situation Report

  Current conditions for trails & campsites.

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  Camping

  Spend a night in one of our campgrounds.

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  Road Construction & Closures

  Check the status of park roads before you arrive.