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Yellowstone South Entrance

Pause for the road board, pass check, and the mental shift from highway travel to wildlife country.

Yellowstone fire danger is HIGH

The dedicated NPS fire page and July 14 release list HIGH fire danger. No fire restrictions were in place when checked; both danger and restrictions can change.

Checked Jul 26, 2026

Parkwide chip sealing can move without notice

NPS says chip sealing can cause delays up to 30 minutes at various Yellowstone locations in 2026. Slow down on loose gravel and increase following distance.

Checked Jul 26, 2026

Chapter

Crossing into Yellowstone

5 minutesA few steps · Paved entrance plaza · wheelchair accessible

Narration

Crossing into Yellowstone

Transcript

What to notice

  • Check the physical road-status board
  • Confirm the park pass plan
  • Switch navigation expectations from mileage to time

Field notes

Yellowstone private vehicle pass
$35 for 7 consecutive days
Grand Teton private vehicle pass
$35 for 7 days; charged separately