Best Time to Visit Yellowstone National Park

Best Time of Year to Visit Yellowstone

Don't get it wrong—Yellowstone is a great spot to visit any season. It's less crowded and warmer in the spring and fall, though, so those are the best times to visit Yellowstone. 

Best Month to Visit Yellowstone

 if you had to pick just one, September would be the best month to visit Yellowstone. After Labor Day (the first Monday in September), there are fewer people in Yellowstone.

Best Season to Visit Yellowstone

Spring (April - May): Every road in Yellowstone National Park is typically accessible by the end of May. A few prominent roadways open as early as April.

The Best Weather in Yellowstone

Yellowstone has the best weather in the summer. Daytime temperatures of 70 degrees, longer sunny hours, and nice nighttime weather are all part of this season.

Best Time to Visit Yellowstone National Park for Wildlife

In Yellowstone, bison usually give birth in the middle of April. After hibernating all winter, bears are usually more busy around this time of year. 

Best Time to Visit Yellowstone National Park for Fall Colors

In a typical season, the best time to go to Yellowstone for fall colors is from the last week of September to the first week of October.

Best Time to Visit Yellowstone National Park to Avoid the Crowds

It gets busier in the weeks before Memorial Day in May, and less crowded after Labor Day in September. At this point in the year, the weather changes quickly. Spring has more rain than fall.

Best Time to Visit Yellowstone National Park for Photography

Best Time to Visit Yellowstone National Park for Photography

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