News Release

Temporary road closures in Yellowstone National Park due to heavy snowfall and hazardous winter conditions

Wintry conditions on park roads.

NPS / Josh Spice

News Release Date: May 23, 2024

Contact: Linda Veress, [phone]

Due to current and anticipated winter weather conditions and significant snowfall, some roads in Yellowstone National Park are, or will be, temporarily closed due to hazardous driving conditions.

• The East Entrance and road from East Entrance to Fishing Bridge Junction is temporarily closed and is expected to remain closed until tomorrow, May 24.
• The South Entrance and road from South Entrance to Grant Village will temporarily close at 5 p.m. today, May 23, and is expected to remain closed until tomorrow, May 24.
• The road from Canyon Village to Tower Fall (Dunraven Pass) remains temporarily closed.
• Anticipate additional road closures due to inclement weather and dangerous driving conditions.
• Temporary travel restrictions or closures can occur at any time without notice. Have flexible travel plans and watch for quickly changing weather conditions.
• Roads and entrances will reopen once conditions improve.
• Stay informed about current road conditions, temporary closures and traffic delays:
  • Visit Park Roads.
  • Call [phone] for recorded information.
  • Receive Yellowstone road alerts on your mobile phone by texting "82190" to 888-777 (an automatic text reply will confirm receipt and provide instructions).

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