Yellowstone News and Information

NEWS RELEASE Yellowstone backcountry permits available online in 2022        Hanging food on a food pole at campsite        NPS/Neal Herbert News Release Date:  January 26, 2022 Contact:   Morgan Warthin , (307) 344-2015 MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY - Beginning spring 2022, visitors will be able to make advance online reservations for backcountry permits at  Recreation.gov . The new system is a direct response to public requests for an online backcountry permit reservation system and prompted a collaborative effort between the National Park Service (NPS) and  Recreation.gov . Moving to an online system allows backcountry users to check availability in real time and receive instant confirmation when reserving a trip. The ability to make advance reservations will enable visitors to plan their trips ahead of time and provide assurance they will have a permit for their chosen itinerary upon arrival. It will enrich the visitor experience...

  News Release Yellowstone horseback day ride permit program enters fifth year Horseback ride at Roosevelt Lodge NPS / Neal Herbert News Release Date: June 16, 2021 Contact: Morgan Warthin , (307) 344-2015 MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – Yellowstone National Park will continue issuing free day permits to individuals who ride or lead stock such as horses and mules on park trails this summer. Launched in 2017, the free permit system helps park managers understand where, when and how many stock users visit the park. This information is important in protecting park resources and the quality of the visitor experience in the backcountry. Stock users can obtain free permits on the park’s website or by calling the Central Backcountry Office at (307) 344-2160. Rangers may ask to see people’s permits during rides on trails. Yellowstone’s stock packing regulations remain in effect: Overnight stock use is not allowed until July 1. Check the Backcountry Situa...

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Yellowstone announces fee increases to fishing and boating permits; Additional revenue will support conservation efforts     News Release Yellowstone announces fee increases to fishing and boating permits; Additional revenue will support conservation efforts   Fly Fishing on Nez Perce Creek NPS / Jacob W. Frank Subscribe | What is RSS News Release Date: March 24, 2021 Contact: Morgan Warthin , (307) 344-2015 MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – Beginning today, fees for fishing and boating permits in Yellowstone National Park will increase. Anglers will be able to purchase fishing permits online via  Recreation.gov starting today for the upcoming season in addition to in-park stores and surrounding communities beginning this spring. See Yellowstone’s fee schedule below for details: Yellowstone Fee Schedule 2020 Fees 2021 Fees Last Fee Increase Fishing   3-day $18 $40 2012 7-day $25 $55 Season ...