Yellowstone Country entices visitors from around the globe. The wide open spaces of the American West meet the wildlife hotspot that tells a complex story of an ecosystem. You can sense the heat just beneath the earth’s surface, the power behind geothermal features that defy imagination. The country’s first national park doesn’t hold back.
And park boundaries can’t even contain all that the region has to offer. Lively gateway communities add splashes of color to these spaces of natural and cultural significance. Whether you’re hunting for a place to stay, searching for an adventure, or looking for the best burgers west of the Mississippi, we can help you find it here.
Bordering Gardiner, Montana, the North Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is the ONLY year-round entry point. Here you’ll enjoy the unique experience of entering the Park through the Roosevelt Arch—a ceremonial entryway erected in 1903 and named after conservationist President Theodore Roosevelt.
If you are looking for jaw-dropping scenery that includes the iconic Tower Fall waterfall, then look no further than the dramatic Northeast Entrance to Yellowstone National Park. It's an excellent starting point for exploring the northern reaches of the park, and its close proximity to the Beartooth Highway and easy access to the wildlife of Lamar Valley add to the allure. For those who appreciate beautiful mountain landscapes and are eager to spot a black bear or grizzly, the Northeast Entrance is a must-visit.
The East Entrance offers a peaceful and scenic introduction to Yellowstone National Park, with access to the impressive Yellowstone Lake as well as the famous Fisherman’s Bridge. Cody, Wyoming, the nearest gateway town, provides an authentically western experience, and caters to tourists wanting to take a walk on the wild side. This entrance is largely untamed with miles and miles of wilderness allowing guests to spread out and experience the beauty of the wild west.
The South Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is within close proximity to Jackson Hole, Wyoming—a vacation destination like no other. It also provides a connection to Grand Teton National Park, making it a popular choice for national park enthusiasts. With easy entry to Yellowstone’s Lower Loop, the South Entrance provides access to numerous geyser basins as well as the more popular sites such as Old Faithful and the Grand Prismatic Spring.
Yellowstone’s most popular entrance, the West Entrance, provides easy access to some of the Park’s most iconic landmarks, including Old Faithful. Conveniently located just across the Wyoming border in Montana, and only an hour outside of Big Sky, the entry point is nestled in the charming town of West Yellowstone—a tourist destination in its own right, and a bustling hub of park-inspired activities. The West Entrance is perfect for those wanting to experience all the historic attractions Yellowstone National Park has to offer.
Yellowstone National Park is accessible through five entrances, each offering a unique gateway to the park's natural wonders. With so many ways to explore this historic destination, planning your Yellowstone trip is a journey in itself. Use our comprehensive guide to discover more about each entrance, from iconic landmarks to scenic drives, and discover your dream Yellowstone getaway.
Winter brings calm and snowy quiet, summer says sunny excitement and peaceful wilderness wanders, while spring and fall let you choose your own adventure with shoulder-season fun. Pick your season, and see what the park has to offer.
A visit to Yellowstone Country isn’t constrained by park boundaries. We can help you plan the perfect trip, from runway touchdown to ideal meal, activities to suit any adventurer, and lodging that offers more than just a place to lay your head.