Entrance FeesThe entrance fees you pay when visiting Yellowstone make a difference! Under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act, national parks keep 80% of all fees collected and use that money to fund critical projects that improve services and protect resources. In Yellowstone, entrance fee revenue provides $8.8 million a year for accessibility improvements, campgrounds, infrastructure, roads, native fish restoration, aquatic invasive species mitigation, and more. Free Entrance DaysCheck out the list of fee-free days coming up this year. Digital Passes AvailableWhether you're planning a single visit or coming back multiple times a year, enjoy the convenience of purchasing a Yellowstone National Park site-specific digital pass online before you arrive. You have immediate access to your digital pass and can easily download it on your phone or tablet. Your pass will also be emailed as a PDF and can be printed out for display when you arrive. Visitors entering Yellowstone's South Entrance will be traveling through Grand Teton National Park first; separate entrance fees are charged. Yellowstone National Park PassesSeven-day PassesGood for entry into Yellowstone National Park for seven days from the date of purchase.
Annual PassAnnual pass providing free entrance into Yellowstone National Park for one year (valid through the month of purchase). On a snowmobile, this pass admits the signer(s). When traveling by snowcoach or shuttle, this pass admits a signer and up to three additional persons (16 and older) for a total of four people.
Regulations and Exceptions
Non-Commercial Buses/VansNon-commercial groups (e.g. church groups, scouts) traveling in vehicles with a capacity of 16 people or more pay $20/person. Commercial ToursAll commercial operators are independently responsible for understanding and complying with the most current applicable laws, regulations, orders, ordinances and other requirements and for conducting their operations in a manner that is safe and protects the health of employees, customers and the public. While physical distancing is no longer required, the CDC has ordered and requires that masks be worn on public transportation systems. This guidance could change if COVID-19 conditions become less favorable. Operators are responsible for staying up-to-date on the latest guidance. The following list outlines some (but not all) applicable laws, public health orders, and guidance commercial tour bus operators must follow:
Face Mask Requirements Face masks are optional in NPS-administered buildings and facilities for vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals. Masks are still required for everyone on all forms of public and commercial transportation. For the most up-to-date information, please check the park app or via the website at Current Conditions for changes to park operations. If you are a Road-Based Commercial Tour operator and would like to receive communication from the park about operational changes, please email us your business name, contact name, address, phone number, and email address. Commercial bus tours pay fees based on the seating capacity of the vehicle. The following fees cover entry to Yellowstone:
Commercial entry good for seven days as long as it's the same passenger group. Federal Lands PassesFederal lands passes are accepted and sold at Yellowstone entrance stations. Note about Winter Use in YellowstoneOn a snowmobile, annual/lifetime passes admit the signer(s). When traveling by snowcoach or shuttle, passes admit a signer and up to three additional persons (16 and older) for a total of four people. 
Basic InformationGet all the essential information here, from directions to entrance fees to hours of operation. 
Academic Fee WaiversLearn how your academic institute can apply for a fee waiver. 
Your Fee Dollars at WorkDiscover how your fee dollars are reinvested into the park. |
Last updated: April 4, 2022