Yellowstone National Park Travel Guide: Pitfalls to Avoid + Classic Itineraries

Recently, many friends have been dazzled by the various guides on the Internet. In fact, many of the information is outdated, which has caused a lot of misleading. Today I have compiled a 2024 latest Yellowstone Park travel guide, I hope it can help you! Including the latest situation of the cabin this year, friends who need it, please collect it quickly!

🌍 Overview of Yellowstone Park
Yellowstone Park is located in the Midwest of the United States and is a treasure land full of natural wonders. Whether it is spectacular volcanic activity, hot springs or wildlife, it can open your eyes.

🚗 Transportation and accommodation
Best travel season: April to the end of September
Tickets: $35/car
Departure point: Most people choose to depart from Salt Lake City (many direct flights), or they can choose to fly directly to Jackson Airport (close distance, but few flights)
Equipment to carry: There is no network in the park. It is recommended to download the offline map of Google Map, bring enough water and sunscreen

🏞️ Five major areas of Yellowstone Park
Northwest Mammoth Area: There is a hot step hot spring area here, with a variety of colors and very charming.
Southwest Geyser Area: There are hot springs, steam pools, mud fields and geysers.
Northeast Roosevelt Area: There are many wild animals in this area.
Southeast Yellowstone Lake Area: The main scenery is the lake view, and the lake and mountains are very beautiful.
Central Canyon Area: There are Grand Canyon, various waterfalls and Norris Geyser Basin.

🏨 Accommodation Recommendations
Outside Yellowstone Park: Most people choose to stay in West Yellowstone Town, where there are many choices, convenient dining and shopping, and mobile phone signals and networks.
In Yellowstone Park: It is recommended to book a hotel or cabin in advance! The peak season is very popular.

📅 Classic itinerary recommendation
DAY1: Pick up in Salt Lake City
DAY2: Salt Lake City→Great Salt Lake→Yellowstone National Park→Grand Prismatic Spring→Old Faithful Geyser→Yellowstone Park Palette→Yellowstone Bear World
DAY3: Volcanic Pillar Cliff→Mammoth Hot Spring→Roosevelt Arch→Lama Valley→Canyon Falls→Yellowstone Ecosystem Hot Springs
DAY4: Yellowstone Park→West Thumb Geyser→Grand Teton National Park→Utah State Capitol→Temple Square→Salt Lake City
DAY5: Airport drop-off in Salt Lake City

🌟 Itinerary highlights: 2-12 people small group, ride in Mercedes high-top, book in advance to stay in independent cabins in the park, experience Yellowstone hot springs, each person is equipped with a telescope, snacks and drinking water.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *