Is it at all possible to visit Old Faithful (Yellowstone) in November?

All the information I can find says that roads are closed during November to prepare them for the winter. However, is it still possible to take buses or guided tours?

Are there other parts that are available?

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Best Answer

The National Park Service has a whole page on Visiting Yellowstone in Winter:

Every year, beginning in early November through mid-April, park roads are closed to the interior of the park to prepare for the winter season which begins mid-December and ends mid-March. This means the only way to visit Old Faithful and other interior attractions in the winter is by snowmobile or guided snowcoach that follow the park roadways.

So yes, it is possible, and that page has much more information and links to services.

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Can I see Old Faithful in November?

The only access to the park in November, once they close the roads, is the road that traverses from the north entrance to the northeast entrance (Gardiner to Cooke City). That road is the only winter access route for residents in the Cooke City, Montana area so it is maintained year round.

Is it a good idea to visit Yellowstone in November?

November is a great time to visit Yellowstone National Park. The summer and fall crowds have all but disappeared, and you have great chances for solitude.

Can you see bears in Yellowstone in November?

Mammoth to Lamar Valley Scenic Drive in November Driving and hiking through Lamar Valley is an awesome place to see herds of bison, and if you're lucky, you'll see wolves and bears.

Can you visit Yellowstone at Thanksgiving?

So yes, you can come to Yellowstone over Thanksgiving but what you will be able to do will be very limited. The only entrance you will be able to enter is the north entrance at Gardiner/Mammoth.

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