Artwork for Visiting Yellowstone

Visiting Yellowstone

National Park Service

This collection gives information for planning a trip to Yellowstone. A wide variety of topics are covered including notable sites, hiking, backpacking, lodging, travelling with kids and pets, fishing, boating, eating, and weather.

  • 13 episodes
  • Updated Mar 14, 2013

Episodes13

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 7 min

    Have it Your Way, Tools for Exploring Yellowstone

    Yellowstone National Park: This orientation video describes publications, wayside exhibits, visitor centers, maps, newspapers, brochures, and other ways to learn about Yellowstone.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 3 min

    What's the Best Season to Visit Yellowstone?

    Yellowstone National Park: The advantages and disadvantages of visiting during each season are covered in this video. Keep in mind that the park is at high elevation; this video explains how the elevation affects the weather and possibly your plans.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 3 min

    Meals in Yellowstone

    Yellowstone National Park: From a fancy dinner to fast food to picnics, all of the possibilities for eating while visiting Yellowstone are included in this video.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 5 min

    Water-Related Rules and Safety

    Yellowstone National Park: Rules and safety tips for enjoying the water resources at Yellowstone are included in this video.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 3 min

    Traveling with Pets in Yellowstone

    Yellowstone National Park: Listen in for the rules and regulations for traveling with pets in Yellowstone. Safety tips are included in the video as well.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 4 min

    Traveling with Kids in Yellowstone

    Yellowstone National Park: Several suggestions are given for what adventures families can take together at Yellowstone. Planning tips and safety precautions are given.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 4 min

    Walks and Day Hikes in Yellowstone

    Yellowstone National Park: This video contains information for those who are planning a short walk or an extended day hike at Yellowstone.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 5 min

    Hiking and Backpacking in Yellowstone

    Yellowstone National Park: This video helps visitors prepare for hiking and backpacking trips in the park. How to have safe interactions with wildlife, particularly bears, is emphasized.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 5 min

    Camping in Yellowstone

    Yellowstone National Park: An overview of camping options at Yellowstone is given in this video. Safety precautions to take are covered as well.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 7 min

    Lodging in Yellowstone

    Yellowstone National Park: An overview of the hotels, cabins, and lodges at Yellowstone National park are given. Detailed information is given for more notable lodging options.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 15 min

    Along the Upper Loop Road

    Yellowstone National Park: This video takes visitors along the Upper Loop Road. Along the road, a number of destinations are described. The purpose is to give visitors an idea of what is at the park so a few destinations can be chosen.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 6 min

    Bicycling in Yellowstone

    Yellowstone National Park: If you are interested in bicycling in Yellowstone, this video is a must see. The various trails are covered as well as the best time of year to bike. Rules and safety tips are discussed as well.

  • Mar 14, 2013 · 4 min

    Fishing in Yellowstone

    Yellowstone National Park: If you plan to fish in Yellowstone, then this video is a must see. Important information included are what fish must be returned to the waters and licensing requirements.