Update: Artists Paintpots in Yellowstone National Park now open - NPS

 

News Release

Update: Artists Paintpots in Yellowstone National Park now open


News Release Date: October 11, 2024

Contact: Linda Veress, (307) 344-2015

  • Crews finished repairs to the boardwalks ahead of schedule, and Artists Paintpots are now open.

News Release

Visitors on the Artists Paintpots Trail
Visitors on the Artists Paintpots Trail

Matt Poyner


News Release Date: October 8, 2024

Contact: Linda Veress, (307) 344-2015

  • Effective immediately, the parking lot, trail and boardwalks at Artists Paintpots, located south of Norris Junction in the western part of Yellowstone, is temporarily closed for repairs.
  • There is no access to the hydrothermal features and mudpots during the closure, which will last up to two weeks.
  • Crews will repair the accessible boardwalk ramp, ensuring visitor safety and access from the parking lot to the trail network.
Last updated: October 8, 2024