Visit Yellowstone and experience the world's first national park. Marvel at a volcano’s hidden power rising up in colorful hot springs, mudpots, and geysers. Explore mountains, forests, and lakes to watch wildlife and witness the drama of the natural world unfold. Discover the history that led to the conservation of our national treasures “for the benefit and enjoyment of the people.” Yellowstone National Park is a nearly 3,500-sq.-mile wilderness recreation area atop a volcanic hot spot. Mostly in Wyoming, the park spreads into parts of Montana and Idaho too. Yellowstone features dramatic canyons, alpine rivers, lush forests, hot springs and gushing geysers, including its most famous, Old Faithful. It's also home to hundreds of animal species, including bears, wolves, bison, elk and antelope.
Many of the facilities at Yellowstone National Park are more than a century old and built before the adoption of current accessibility standards; accessibility is not always ideal. The National Park Service strives to make the park as universally accessible as possible. Extra obstacles will be encountered because of the remote, wilderness nature of this special place. Facilities described as accessible do not necessarily comply fully with federal standards and some accessible facilities are not marked with the international symbol.
The NPS Yellowstone National Park app includes audio-described sites and alternative text for images, combined with your device's built-in accessibility features. This app includes up-to-date accessibility information for facilities and some trails in the park. Download it before you arrive.
Access Pass
The America the Beautiful - the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass or "Interagency" Access Pass is a free, lifetime admission and discount pass for US citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. The pass admits the pass owner and any accompanying passengers in a private car. The Access Pass replaces the Golden Access Passport, which is still valid, but can be traded in for the new, more durable Access Pass. You can obtain an Access Pass at Yellowstone’s entrance stations, visitor centers, and Visitor Services Office.
Many of the facilities at Yellowstone National Park are more than a century old and built before the adoption of current accessibility standards; accessibility is not always ideal. The National Park Service strives to make the park as universally accessible as possible. Extra obstacles will be encountered because of the remote, wilderness nature of this special place. Facilities described as accessible do not necessarily comply fully with federal standards and some accessible facilities are not marked with the international symbol.
The NPS Yellowstone National Park app includes audio-described sites and alternative text for images, combined with your device's built-in accessibility features. This app includes up-to-date accessibility information for facilities and some trails in the park. Download it before you arrive.
The America the Beautiful - the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass or "Interagency" Access Pass is a free, lifetime admission and discount pass for US citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. The pass admits the pass owner and any accompanying passengers in a private car. The Access Pass replaces the Golden Access Passport, which is still valid, but can be traded in for the new, more durable Access Pass. You can obtain an Access Pass at Yellowstone’s entrance stations, visitor centers, and Visitor Services Office.
Many of the facilities at Yellowstone National Park are more than a century old and built before the adoption of current accessibility standards; accessibility is not always ideal. The National Park Service strives to make the park as universally accessible as possible. Extra obstacles will be encountered because of the remote, wilderness nature of this special place. Facilities described as accessible do not necessarily comply fully with federal standards and some accessible facilities are not marked with the international symbol.
The NPS Yellowstone National Park app includes audio-described sites and alternative text for images, combined with your device's built-in accessibility features. This app includes up-to-date accessibility information for facilities and some trails in the park. Download it before you arrive.
The America the Beautiful - the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass or "Interagency" Access Pass is a free, lifetime admission and discount pass for US citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. The pass admits the pass owner and any accompanying passengers in a private car. The Access Pass replaces the Golden Access Passport, which is still valid, but can be traded in for the new, more durable Access Pass. You can obtain an Access Pass at Yellowstone’s entrance stations, visitor centers, and Visitor Services Office.
Many of the facilities at Yellowstone National Park are more than a century old and built before the adoption of current accessibility standards; accessibility is not always ideal. The National Park Service strives to make the park as universally accessible as possible. Extra obstacles will be encountered because of the remote, wilderness nature of this special place. Facilities described as accessible do not necessarily comply fully with federal standards and some accessible facilities are not marked with the international symbol.
The NPS Yellowstone National Park app includes audio-described sites and alternative text for images, combined with your device's built-in accessibility features. This app includes up-to-date accessibility information for facilities and some trails in the park. Download it before you arrive.
The America the Beautiful - the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass or "Interagency" Access Pass is a free, lifetime admission and discount pass for US citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. The pass admits the pass owner and any accompanying passengers in a private car. The Access Pass replaces the Golden Access Passport, which is still valid, but can be traded in for the new, more durable Access Pass. You can obtain an Access Pass at Yellowstone’s entrance stations, visitor centers, and Visitor Services Office.
Wheelchairs & Mobility
This is an overview about wheelchair-accessibility in Yellowstone National Park. Details for each major area in the park follow. You can also download the Accessibility Guide to Yellowstone for complete information.
Information
Yellowstone has nine visitor centers and information stations. Canyon & Old Faithful visitor education centers and the Albright (Mammoth) and Grant visitor centers are wheelchair-accessible. Norris and Madison information stations may require assistance; Fishing Bridge is partially wheelchair-accessible.
Designated Accessible Parking
Accessible parking is designated in all major areas and at some overlooks, wayside exhibits, and picnic areas.
Wheelchair Rental
Manual wheelchairs can be rented at medical clinics for $15 per day with a credit card (or $300 cash) deposit. Wheelchairs are available for loan at each lodging facility, except Roosevelt Lodge. Old Faithful, Canyon, and Albright (Mammoth) visitor centers loan wheelchairs for use while in those areas.
Motorized Personal Vehicles
Motorized wheelchairs and scooters that are designed solely for use by a person with a mobility impairment are allowed. The Segway® Personal Transporter and similar vehicles used by persons with disabilities are allowed with some restrictions, although terrain may limit their usefulness.
Service Animals
Qualified service animals assisting people with disabilities are allowed throughout the park and in all park facilities. However, they must be leashed. You must have a permit to bring a service animal into the backcountry due to wildlife and safety issues.
Restrooms
Wheelchair-accessible restrooms with sinks and flush toilets are located at all major areas except West Thumb. Accessible vault toilets are found at West Thumb, Norris, some scenic overlooks, most picnic areas, and all campgrounds.
Wheelchair Accessible Features by Park Area
Audio Assistance
Visual Assistance
Versions of the Official Park Map and Guide are available in large print, audio descriptions, and braille.
Learn more about the availability of visual assistance in Yellowstone,
Accessibility Coordinator
Your comments on accessibility are appreciated and should be directed to:
Park Accessibility Coordinator
PO Box 168
Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190-0168
307-344-2314
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Read All ReviewsAccessible parking is designated in all major areas and at some overlooks, wayside exhibits, and picnic areas. Manual wheelchairs can be rented at medical clinics for $15 per day with a credit card (or $300 cash) deposit. Wheelchairs are available for loan at each lodging facility, except Roosevelt Lodge. Old Faithful, Canyon, and Albright (Mammoth) visitor centers loan wheelchairs for use while in those areas. Motorized wheelchairs and scooters that are designed solely for use by a person with a mobility impairment are allowed. Yellowstone has nine visitor centers and information stations. Canyon & Old Faithful visitor education centers and the Albright (Mammoth) and Grant visitor centers are wheelchair-accessible.