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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK UPDATES
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GATEWAY COMMUNITY INFORMATION

In 2022, the Yellowstone National Park (YNP) experienced historic flooding causing road closures and evacuation of the park. It is important to check the entrances and park conditions before traveling to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
 
 
2023 YNP Roads Spring Opening Dates:
Roads will open at 8 am on the following dates (conditions permitting) to vehicle traffic:
 
Open year-round: North Entrance to Northeast Entrance
Open April 21 - October 31, 2023*: West Entrance to Madison, Madison to Old Faithful, Madison to Norris, Mammoth Hot Springs to Norris, Norris to Canyon Village
Open May 5 - October 31, 2023*: East Entrance to Lake Village (Sylvan Pass), Canyon Village to Lake Village
Open May 12 - October 31, 2023*: South Entrance to West Thumb, West Thumb to Old Faithful (Craig Pass), West Thumb to Lake Village, Tower-Roosevelt to Tower Fall
Open May 26 - October 31, 2023*: Canyon Village to Tower Fall (Dunraven Pass). This is a high elevation pass that generally experiences winter weather earlier than other roads in the park — as with all other roads, the closing date is subject to change.
TBD: Beartooth Highway (US-212), Chief Joseph Scenic Byway (WY-296)**

*The last day to enjoy the park in a regular vehicle, weather depending, will be October 31, 2023. 
**See below for more information on these roads outside of the park's Northeast Entrance.
 

More information can be found at the Montana Office of Tourism and the National Park Service.

 

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