NPS RESOURCES

Read this section for travel tips and expert advice. And when you’re done, start planning your trip.

Planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park can be quite intimidating at first. It’s a huge area, there are a ton of potential attractions to visit. For most visitors, this is all brand-new information to have to learn and think about. Fortunately, there is a great resource to make this task a little easier. The National Park Service has assembled a collection of convenient trip planning guides, now available in 10 different languages!

Take a few minutes to read through the trip planner information below to learn more about Yellowstone National Park, including maps, information about transportation, weather, entrance fees, park safety and more. A little knowledge will help make your adventure safe and memorable for all the right reasons.

• English
• Español (Spanish)
• Français (French)
• Italiano (Italian)
• Deutsch (German)
• Pусский (Russian)
• Ceský (Czech)
• 日本語 (Japanese)
• 中文 (Chinese)
• 한국의 (Korean)

Entrance Passes

To visit Yellowstone National Park during your stay, all guests must have a valid park entrance pass. The America the Beautiful Pass provides access to Yellowstone and other popular national parks. To review all pass options, click here.

For U.S. Residents

U.S. citizens and permanent residents can purchase the annual America the Beautiful Pass for $80, which covers entrance fees at Yellowstone and other included locations for 12 months. Passes must be accompanied by valid photo ID upon entry.

For Non-U.S. Residents

A non-resident annual America the Beautiful Pass is available for $250. This pass provides the same park access as the resident annual pass and covers entrance fees at Yellowstone and other locations without additional non-resident surcharges. Visitors who do not purchase the non-resident annual pass may be charged the standard Yellowstone entrance fee and a per-person non-resident fee. For more information on FAQs, please visit the NPS website.

Important Notes:

• Free entrance days are available for U.S. residents but do not apply to non-residents unless they hold a valid annual pass.

We recommend purchasing the America the Beautiful Pass in advance to streamline your visit. For the most up-to-date details and official purchase options, visit the NPS website.

PET-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES

Pets are not allowed on boardwalks, hiking trails, in the backcountry, or in thermal areas at Yellowstone, but there are plenty of activities just outside the park for you and your pup.

If you are planning on bringing your dog with you to the park, make sure to check out these regulations from NPS.

1. Take a lap around Earthquake Lake.
2. Go for a stroll through West Yellowstone. You’ll find various pet-friendly coffee shops and retailers to visit.
3. Hike Coffin Lakes Trail, a moderate hike with stunning views and stream crossings.
4. Don’t miss out on the popular Old Faithful geyser. Dogs are allowed on the sidewalks around the visitor center with a leash.
5. Have a picnic at Yellowstone Lake and let your dog dip their paws in the chilly water.