10 Things NOT to Do When Driving in Yellowstone

[@garyleibitzke4166]

What I've found from visiting Yellowstone many times is that most people who come for their first time really had ZERO idea of just how big the park is.

[@WereintheRockies]

Yes!

[@jennifervalencia7601]

1. Don’t speed. 2 Don’t worry about running out of gas 3. Don’t expect to have cellular coverage. 4. Don’t always expect to have beautiful vistas every where you drive. 5. Don’t forget to notice small pine trees as you drive. 6. Don’t drive too slow. 7. Don’t expect to drive get around too quickly. 8. Don’t expect to avoid traffic jams. (Bison jams, bear jams) 9. Don’t expect to find parking everywhere. 10. Don’t get out of your car to challenge bison or buffalo 😅

[@alansach8437]

Isn't it amazing that you would even have to tell people that last one? And yet......😂

[@carolrousseau3629]

So grateful my parents took me through here in the 60's. We took our kids through in 1994. Can't imagine the crowds now.

[@careymitchell4731]

Having traveled to the park to fish for about 30 years, I can say that you are 100% on target. My advice to visitors is DON'T LEAVE YOUR COMMON SENSE AT HOME.

[@SaveHawaiiReefs]

Visit in May. We spent 7 days in mid-May 2022, camped at the Madison campground, and had very small crowds comparatively. Yes, there was still snow in many places and it even snowed on two of the days, but we didn’t hit traffic jams, and had the Lamar valley to ourselves. Also we had no issues finding parking. It was cold the entire time, but I’d gladly take cold over huge crowds. Yellowstone is such a magical place.

[@WereintheRockies]

Glad you had a good time...with no huge crowds. 😊

[@SirManfly]

@@WereintheRockies Is the last week of September a good time to go, weather wise and crowd wise?

[@alansach8437]

Not so much anymore.

[@patriciamilovina9178]

Just want to thank you for everything you did to contribute to an amazing cross country trip we had in Early August. I purchased and downloaded your Yellowstone audio guide, and it made our one day (yes, one day!) drive through Yellowstone efficient and enjoyable. Following your guide, we entered at the South, and were able to see Old Faithful, Geyser basin, the Grand Prismatic Spring, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake, before exiting in the East towards Cody. We entered very early (7:00 a.m.), had very light crowds and traffic (until later in the day), and found plenty of parking. Our only regret was seeing very little wildlife! Road construction was a nuisance, but did not cause much delay. Wish we’d had more time, but we’re on a deadline to get from California to Minnesota in 5 days! We will go back one day to see more. Our final thanks is for your other videos regarding Jackson Hole, Cody, Mount Rushmore,and Custer! We used those to decide what to do while in those spots. You helped us get the most out of a rushed but memorable trip!!! Thank you!!!

[@WereintheRockies]

So nice! Thanks for buying the guide and I’m so happy we could help you in some way

[@MajorAddiction]

No kidding about the parking! We went mid-September. We got to the Artist Point parking lot at 7am and there were only a few cars. I didn't think it would fill up bc it wasn't "busy" season, but by the time we finished our little hike around 9:30, the lot was nearly full-- although plenty of people were going in and out. Go early and see the lovely morning sun! Also, pay attention to road closures and check the latest park conditions. At the time we went, West Thumb was closed due to unsafe conditions regarding a power station or something. There was also a section closed in the south loop from 8p-6a for road work.

[@janicegriffith9810]

We couldn’t have enjoyed our trip last September to Yellowstone and Grand Teton if it hadn’t been for your wonderful guides and audios. Highly recommended. On the audios you will discover facts that you never would have otherwise without listening to Matt. Thanks Matt!

[@WereintheRockies]

Thanks Janice!

[@alansach8437]

If you have experience driving the LA Freeway at rush hour you will do fine in Yellowstone.

[@HikerDudeDad]

Great stuff, Matt! We're about 6 weeks away, so I'm fine-tuning our itinerary. The 30 minutes between points on the loops is good to know!

[@Aliciaobie]

We just wrapped up our trip out west, and your guides were invaluable!! My kids (ages 4-12) requested re-listening to many of the audio stories. Especially the guy who got lost in Yellowstone 😂 and they love hearing all about Teddy Roosevelt too. Thanks for putting that out there! Biggest sadness to report (after we woke early and had kids in swimsuits/etc.) boiling river no longer exists. A ranger told us it was wiped out in the flood? Maybe you already reported on this somewhere. Just got back, and not up to date on all your content! Thanks so much for the work you put into your guides! Made our trip so much more enjoyable!

[@WereintheRockies]

Thanks so much for letting me know about your trip. I’m so glad the kids liked the stories. They usually like to hear about the pet badger Teddy had. Lol. So sad about boiling river. I hadn’t heard this officially yet, so thanks for telling me

[@TheErlenbachs]

Appreciate your videos. We are actually doing a bucket vacation as we speak which includes Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Badlands, etc., then its 10 days in Yellowstone and 5 days in Grand Tetons. Your videos have been so informative and we appreciate them!!!

[@WereintheRockies]

Thank you! Enjoy your trip.

[@cierakitty]

ALSO : Do not honk car horn at elk, moose, or bison...they get angry...especially mama's with little ones. ( then often here comes dad and he gets mad too ). Do not think you can walk up and pet a bear, elk, moose, or bison. Getting a selfie isn't worth getting hurt. If going in August...be aware that is " rut " ( mating ) time for elk and bison...and things can go from good to bad in a second. At the geyser thermal areas...stay on the boardwalks...to get off onto thin crust will really mess you up, or kill you. Always keep your pet on it's leash. Do not allow young children to wander off alone...again...dangerous in all areas. Be aware there are some nice size Bull snakes around the Mammoth area....they will just scare the wits out of you...but they do have a nasty temper. Manners...use yours...because you will see some who will not...they think they are special people. lol lol

[@alansach8437]

"Do not honk at elk, moose or bison!" As the ranger drives around you and blows his horn at the elk, moose and bison to get them off the road! In fact, they have loud "clickers" on their vehicles. They drive straight at the animals, blow their horns and turn on the clickers, "CLICK, CLICK, CLICK!" The animals go running in every direction!

[@cierakitty]

@@alansach8437 Ever stop to think......the bison know their horns...and are used to them. Now...think how many different sounding horns there are out there....sound means a lot to an animal. In other words...you don't want to get a bison confused...they get excited...you figure out the rest.

[@boobtubeakatv1296]

YES... DO Honk if you need them to move !!! Otherwise just kick back and marvel at wildlife and the wilderness 🎉 P.S. They are NOT afraid of the size of your vehicles a bit...😅

[@cierakitty]

Which is why if getting a rental car...take out the ins. In August however, during rut...it don't take much of anything to get a bull angry

[@b4peace1]

@@boobtubeakatv1296Sorry boobtube but, do NOT honk at any animal. Be patient and just marvel at the wildlife. Your time is not so valuable that you need to hurry an animal off the road. Remember: this land is their home! You’re just visiting.

[@justinmcquaide4862]

Great video I’m travelling to Yellowstone from Ireland in May next year this video is a really great help .

[@WereintheRockies]

Great to hear!

[@biotrekker]

Great videos! We were there in August. Just awesome! Don't speed! We actually saw someone getting pulled over between Tower Falls and Mammoth Hot Springs by two ranger vehicles!

[@vickinathan8777]

We just got back from Yellowstone and Grand Teton. I found your channel a few months ago, and I have to tell you, they were invaluable! I felt so prepared and I so appreciate these videos and all your knowledge.

[@WereintheRockies]

That is awesome! We're glad we could help.

[@jmorgan5252]

Last time I was in Yellowstone I saw about five people get out of their cars and were walking right up to a Moose and I remember thinking those people are asking for trouble. then a moose calf jumped up and I thought those people are really asking for trouble. I really appreciate your Videos about Yellowstone Thanks

[@WereintheRockies]

Yeah, some people are crazy. Thanks for watching.

[@arlenestanton9955]

When I was I Yellowstone, maybe 15 year ago, there were ‘no’ gas stations.

[@stokebailey]

Another very important NOT: If you have any doubt about how road-worthy your vehicle is (think about the age of your car, your home starting place and how far and how much elevation your car will be making to get to Yellowstone), RENT A VEHICLE INSTEAD. Our transmission died our first day in Yellowstone. The tow to Boseman, MT (the nearest auto repair) was $786.20. (This was back in 2001!) Then, we had to wait a week before a proper transmission could be brought to Boseman and installed. Of course, that required us to rent a car for the week to continue our visit until our car would be ready, and it required paying for unanticipated lodging in Boseman a couple of extra nights, not to mention extended costs for the extended vacation. Nevertheless, our visit was enjoyable. Yellowstone is a great place to be stuck! Luckily, we already had our campsite at Slough Creek and could return there for the duration of our Yellowstone vacation. Lodging and a campsite would be a lot trickier now. In those days, it was easy to keep one's campsite as long as needed.

[@WereintheRockies]

Thanks for the tip!

[@warrenscorner]

Thank you for the tips! We have reservations at Yellowstone in September. I will definitely be getting your guide. We got your guide when we visited the Grand Canyon a couple years ago and it was a great help.

[@WereintheRockies]

We remember you!! Happy to see you’re getting to Yellowstone. Thanks so much for your support - hope you have a wonderful trip!

[@redsmitty8476]

Hey, cut a brother some slack. One of the bisons was clearly limping. You'd be in no hurry either with an injury weighing you down.

[@boobtubeakatv1296]

Thanks Matt for your insight into the Park ❤ I spent 5 weeks in and out of the Park in 2009 🎉 I see the speeds have went up from the 35 mph they were then... I also see much wider roads too... Can't really figure out why folks are in such a hurry in the Park in the first place as even Lodge Pole Pines are pretty and hide many creatures 🤔 I stayed in the double cabins in the old wooden Canyon Village ❤ before it was all rebuilt 😊 Too bad them floods took out so much Beauty in the park, especially the winding of the North Entrance road into Mammoth 😢 I also stayed in Paradise Valley for 10 days ❤

[@sunnyskye213]

Spent an entire summer in "PARADISE" [VALLEY].....Glad U were there, Urself....

[@Barncatfish]

Well presented. I've been out west a number of times but not to Yellowstone or Glacier yet. Hate traffic jams and parking hassles, so may never visit but I suppose avoid peak summer season, holidays, and weekends and it might be tolerable...

[@WereintheRockies]

Crowds are definitely less in late spring and early fall.

[@rorysymons3256]

Thanks man! Well done 👏 what a beautiful place

[@WereintheRockies]

Thank you. It really is!

[@johnreese3762]

Great info/video, thanks!!

[@adrianwsmith]

Thank you. Great presentation.

[@jamesgold4703]

Great video with useful information! Cheers

[@itsnotthesamething]

Don't know if I'll ever make it there, but it's on my wish list. Your video is very informative! I think visitors caught doing things that could be life threatening should receive bans from state parks. Maybe a five year ban to start, and if they're caught again, a permanent ban. And the chance of being banned should be clearly posted at park entrances and visitor centers throughout the park, plus nearby restaurants and shops. I'll check out some of your other vids. Thank you!

[@WereintheRockies]

Thanks for watching,

[@Bob_Betty]

Yet another fantastic video! Thank you, I'll be downloading this for future reference on trip to be sure I follow your advice :)

[@WereintheRockies]

You're welcome!

[@Bigfoot-px9gj]

I've seen a bunch of similar videos and none of them tell you the best time of the year to visit a park. In the case of Yellowstone, there is a month before summer starts and a month after it ends when tourism is slower and there is less crowding, less traffic, more places to park, etc. The reason being in the spring people are afraid winter isn't over yet and it will snow again and they think they will get stuck in the park in a blizzard or something. It's the same in the fall, people are afraid it might start snowing and winter will kick in. I used to go to Yellowstone every year, and I only got caught in one serious snow storm, and that was before the park closed in fall. So technically, that was still summer...

[@WereintheRockies]

Yes! April/May and Sept/Oct are great times to go.

[@danielc.2042]

I was there in June right when the big snow storm happened. It was tough sledding for a few days with the weather.

[@WereintheRockies]

Wow!

[@SquidLost]

Solution to no cell coverage: You can still use google maps without data! Especially for Yellowstone National Park. It is called offline maps. Here is what to do. Open Google Maps App/Tap Offline Maps/Tap Select your own map/. You will be guided from there… (You have to turn off cellular data to see it) (It will not show other routes) (It can redirect you if you miss a turn you but not in a ideal way)

[@WereintheRockies]

Thanks for sharing your tips!

[@judithweger7693]

End of the 50's mom decided to leave the park early to avoid the traffic. We were in for surprises we weren't expecting. We were in "Time for bears crossing" we saw so many, they had shiny coats because they weren't bears that were fed by the tourists. 2 decided to have a brall in the middle of the road, what fun. Once their tiff was over they moved on.

[@WereintheRockies]

Wow! What an experience and memory.

[@NamLe-f1j]

Thank for your sharing 🙏

[@tomelifeisjustonebig]

Super helpful. Thank you very much.

[@jimgreen5788]

Matt, another reason for adhering to the speed limit re. animals is that, in reverse, they can do a number on our vehicles, and wrinkle us up in the bargain. These aren't the size of kittens, folks. #8 is what disappointed me 2 years ago when I was there. I didn't get to see Yellowstone Lake, which was a real disappointment.

[@cindyd8646]

Another well planned and well narrated video on Yellowstone. It should be shown at the Visitor Centers! A small addition to the speed limit section: At night, most visitors hunker down in their lodge rooms, RVs, or tents in preparation for the next day's adventures/travels. But if one is out after dark on the roads, realize that there are no street lights in Yellowstone outside of the villages! It is DARK! Speeds should decrease proportionately. Imagine sailing along after dark with only your headlights for illumination and coming around a curve at 45, only to see a bison in your lane less than 25 yards away! 'Nuff said.

[@WereintheRockies]

Great advice!

[@nicolemyers4584]

I heard that bison eyes don’t reflect like deer eyes do.

[@cumberlandquiltchic1]

sid yu see the mama bison limping along in front of park ranger vehicle re. traffic jams? looks like it was hurt by a car or something. i live near cherokee n.c. by GSMNP and the amount of people and cars is crazy. ita not the same anymore

[@rogerwatkins8557]

if Yellowstone isn't on your bucket list it should be, also add Bryce canyon Zion and of course the Grand Canyon and Yosemite NP

[@WereintheRockies]

Yes!

[@mikelarson1706]

No maaan, Zion and Grand Canyon are just canyons, no trees, no mountains and Hot.

[@sjTHEfirst]

I went through a buffalo preserve at LBL back in 2017. About a 5 mile loop I think. Didn’t see any buffalo. At about mile 3, I slowed with a bunch of cars behind me and I started pointing off into the woods and taking pictures. Of course there was nothing there but as I drove away, I looked in my mirror to see all the cars behind me stop, people got out, started looking and taking photos of the empty area I was pointing at a moment before. Sometimes you have to make your own fun. 😂

[@alansach8437]

Nice. I'm sure everyone appreciated you creating a traffic jam. Gosh! Sure hope no one in that line had to get somewhere, like a medical emergency.

[@sjTHEfirst]

@@alansach8437 Close loop park that you had to pay $15 to drive through. One way very wide road. So no, asshole, if someone need to get through, they could.

[@boobtubeakatv1296]

😂😂😂😮😅😅😅

[@mikelarson1706]

They must be chinese 😂

[@alansach8437]

"There are plenty of gas stations...." Depends on the time of year and how much extra you are willing to pay! Also, it's not unheard of to be stuck, idling, in bumper to bumper traffic behind a bear jam or bison jam, for an hour or more. This can use up a bunch of gas while you are getting close to zero miles per gallon! I highly advise that you not enter the park with less than a half a tank, and if you are concerned at all about keeping costs down it is not a bad idea to top off outside the park. That makes a lot of sense if you are staying outside of the park anyway. If camping or lodging inside the park, it makes more sense to fill in the park, but still advise you keep the needle in the top half of the tank before starting off to explore.

[@WereintheRockies]

Great advice, thanks.

[@Loupster420]

Great video!!

[@WereintheRockies]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@scottmacd1961]

Went to Yellowstone in 2020. Every single time there was some moron driving like an idiot or parking their car in the middle of the road the car had California plates! Every-single-time.

[@WereintheRockies]

It happens 😢

[@tommcl386]

We are using your guide. We aren't following your start times which is hurting us. Traveling from Albany NY has taken a lot out of us. We are camping at the Fishing Bridge Campground the new section E. It is fantastic. We will be here for 6 nights total. Then off to Jackson.

[@WereintheRockies]

Yes, starting early in the day is best but it isn't always possible. Enjoy your time in Yellowstone and Jackson!

[@randomyoutubevideos3503]

Download offline maps as well. You will not have reception.

[@anjou6497]

What a charming fellow, full of good sense. 👍🩵🌿🦬

[@robhamilton8993]

I can’t believe that a police park car got behind the Bison and their cubs, flashing their light & b 9:05 blaring horn. That is horrible. The Bison are their living, others are visitors who just should be patient. Also many people want to photograph them

[@DrWizardMother]

Funny…I think some of the most beautiful spots are the ones that are covered in trees. The open spaces are not as pretty to me.

[@WereintheRockies]

There are so many beautiful places on earth.

[@ThePhotobug561]

Thank you so much Matt for your very useful tips on driving in Yellowstone NP. Do you know if Triple-A service is available there?

[@WereintheRockies]

I'm not sure. I do know you wouldn't be able to use your phone to call them. You'd probably have to rely on other visitors or a ranger contacting someone for you.

[@toshibavoodoo]

5:40 Loops Map!! thanks

[@WereintheRockies]

You're welcome.

[@YouTubeallowedmynametobestolen]

I don't know much about how cell phones work. If my wife and I each have a cell phone, and we get separated--but are within a mile or so of each other--can we call each other?

[@jonrasmussen2815]

No, your phone would have to connect with cell tower and there are only a few at major places and unreliable. Best and most common way for groups are FRS radios. Sold at most big box stores for about $20 for 2 radios and up for more. But beware there are limited channels and lots of people using them in these situations, be prepared for an 8yo trying to reach parents and clogging up channel.

[@WereintheRockies]

You're cell phones will not work to make phone calls. Best thing to do is to stay with each other at all times or arrange a time and place to meet back up.

[@YouTubeallowedmynametobestolen]

@@jonrasmussen2815 Thanks, jon.

[@YouTubeallowedmynametobestolen]

@@WereintheRockies Thanks. And thanks for the video!

[@gregrowe1168]

Might be a good idea to buy some good old fashioned walkie-talkie’s. They would still work regardless of whether you have cell signal or not. Would be a good way to keep in touch if you get separated on a hike.

[@RussellThomas-s9d]

Where did you get the Theodore Roosevelt Tshirt? Thank you for the insights on the parks, watched yellowstone and the Tetons, sounds like a tremendous help.

[@WereintheRockies]

I'm sorry but I can't remember.

[@TikiRayinCA]

Theodore Roosevelt National Park or Badlands National Park have them in their gift shop.

[@janethagen3385]

Have you had any experiences w/ Sasquatch there?

[@WereintheRockies]

Nope!

[@LisaR2392]

I was in Yellowstone summer of 88!!

[@janbentzen6814]

We just got home from there and my AH husband broke every rule except harassing the animals. I tried to get him to relax but no. I so wanted him to get pulled over!

[@WereintheRockies]

Haha!

[@WildlifePatrol]

Hey Matt, Will you be coming down to the Grand Tetons? Grizzly 399 made her first appearance today since June! Drive safe 😜

[@WereintheRockies]

Hey Gunner! You’re doing GREAT on your channel. I won’t be getting back to Grand Teton this year, but I’m happy to hear she’s resurfaced! Thanks for thinking about me

[@garyglanville1158]

Been several times. Always and adventure

[@Wyominggoldbug]

Love the shirt!

[@NoOverhead]

Love that shirt!

[@WereintheRockies]

Thanks

[@TryASMRWithMe]

Do the park rangers monitor the animals health, such as that limping bison?

[@WereintheRockies]

I believe so but I'm not positive.

[@pattiheintz562]

No they do not, it's nature not a zoo. Survival of the fittest, it's sad, but you have to accept it.

[@julieslaton2607]

But alot of the gas stations close on early October right? That's my concern we are planning a trip for 2nd week of October...

[@WereintheRockies]

see our reply to your other comment

[@rl2769]

Always visit the the most popular geysers trails and hot springs around 7 or 8 am for a better experience. Other wise it’s crazy crowded.

[@alansach8437]

Of course.....if everyone takes your advice........ This is how the internet has ruined just about everything. In the past it used to take learning and years of experience to discover secret fishing holes, special times to visit special places, where to go to see the best sunrise. Where to see the best sunset. Where to find wildlife, or quiet places. And the places and experiences remained special for the next generation to "discover". Nowadays, people discover these things and immediately blab on the internet (social media!). Places with no crowds suddenly have crowds. Great experiences are ruined. When you find something special, tell a friend....maybe, but don't blab to the masses. There won't be anything special left!

[@rl2769]

@@alansach8437 you sound like a selfish man Alan.

[@peggyrenn6705]

Or after 5pm.

[@emmabrumwell2522]

So just wondering, what makes you say that driving through Lodgepoles isn't beautiful? I live in the West, and I still think that is is one of the most beautiful things ever.

[@WereintheRockies]

Lodgepoles are pretty but in our opinion, not as pretty as other things.

[@horizon42q]

Good info

[@WereintheRockies]

Thanks

[@blovedh4]

My family and I want to rent an RV for next summer. We plan on just staying at campsites. My question is- do I need to leave my rv at camp sites and drive a car thru the park? Idk what to do. I’m nervous an RV won’t make it thru all the destinations… are there parking lots throughout ?

[@WereintheRockies]

Driving an RV in the park is just fine, and there is RV parking at nearly every stop. There are some roads you can't drive on, but there are tons of people who visit in an RV, so you can get to most places without a problem.

[@groundpounder24365]

Excellent video..thank you for the video. My wife and I are making the trip from michigan there Aug 6th. Any other tips or videos of yours you recommend I watching?

[@WereintheRockies]

Yes, we have about 30 videos in our Yellowstone Playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLbhuXgSSAbWYT9tkbzAGD84SNSb5YPjl-

[@groundpounder24365]

@@WereintheRockies you 2 are AWESOME!!

[@band3513]

#11 Make sure you pee before going on an extended drive. Those Bison traffic jams can last a few seconds, a few minutes, or a few HOURS, like the one we saw where a Bison just laid down in the middle of the street and did not move for such a long time, the traffic jam extended for about 8 miles.

[@WereintheRockies]

Lol, great tip!!

[@Pilledoutpisces]

Great video. I like your shirt. Who is it?

[@WereintheRockies]

Teddy Roosevelt!

[@stephes9433]

I Just bought your audio and guide and omg!!! I'm super excited to use it in June 2023 😁 but now I have a problem, my extended family wants to go too, and we are thinking on renting a van for 12ppl.... my question is, HOW DO WE MANAGE CAMPING? we Want to stay in Cayon or Grant village campground but how can we manage with a large family? (we need to put 4 tents) we want to stay together . Do we need to make multiple reservations even tho we are using one vehicle and one fire pit? Please help 😅

[@WereintheRockies]

Thank you for the support! You will need to check the tent limits for each campsite. My guess is that you will need to reserve multiple sites (and use one of the sites as the gathering place).

[@mikelarson1706]

Hey, thanks for the advice!👍👍👍 What about Hiking? Do they have like 7-10 miles hike ? And is that dangerous? I want to do Hiking, not driving. I mean just leave the car and go for 6-8 hours hiking.

[@WereintheRockies]

There is lots of hiking in Yellowstone. Personally, we haven't done the long day hikes but check here for more information: www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/hiking.htm

[@jonrasmussen2815]

For the parking situation, the lots get full with busses and RV's besides the cars. Please don't park illegally or on non-designated area. This could lead to fires from hot engines or oil drips ruining the grounds and eco system of the surrounding areas. Be respectful and responsible. Don't litter or leave your mark on anything. Let's keep its natural beauty intact.

[@WereintheRockies]

Agreed! Thanks for sharing.

[@damnthegrifters7313]

Where do I get that shirt!!!!

[@WereintheRockies]

Haha. We've had several people ask this. We can't find it any longer. If you happen to find it somewhere, let us know!

[@patricias5122]

And leave wild animals alone. Don't swoop in to "rescue" any that you think need it

[@NamLe-f1j]

We protect Animals but communists they eat everything 🇻🇳👎🏿

[@jcraigshelton]

Don’t mess with Beth.

[@gl35]

When is the best time of year to visit Yellowstone? We want to visit when there are least number of people.

[@WereintheRockies]

The times the least crowds will be there are late May and late September but you'll also find some activities not available (Old West Cookout).

[@richardpearce2186]

The animals on the park have been well trained and are very comfortable around people. Please stop your car and enjoy their company. Speak loudly and get close so they know you want them to pose for your photo!

[@WereintheRockies]

Don't get too close...stay safe! Thanks for watching.

[@warrior8021]

I’m at Yellowstone also.

[@WereintheRockies]

Enjoy!

[@kanedafx1]

Is better get the tickets online or by gate? we 4 in 1 car, thx

[@WereintheRockies]

We like to purchase our pass ahead of time but make sure to allow time to have it shipped to you. They will not accept a receipt.

[@kanedafx1]

@@WereintheRockies We will be there July 12, we in Hawaii....... maybe best we pay at the gate, thx for reply, planning 3 days there, thx for your videos and all the info

[@kanedafx1]

@@WereintheRockies We had a Amazing 4 days, thx for your tips and guideance, 4 days is not enough, breath taking scenery, next time we will rent a RV, even if we was really close to the West gate, nothing like spend the night there. planing to put a video together, will send you the link.

[@pompousprick8902]

I live in SoCal, I keep on forgetting that forest fires are also a natural occurrence. For almost all my life its mostly been of human cause

[@seasonfilms9375]

If you decide to stay in West Yellowstone avoid Hibernation Station. The management is terrible and doesn’t have the customers best interest in mind.

[@WereintheRockies]

Thanks for sharing.

[@lindamcdermott3035]

Are there places to pull over to plein air paint safely or do you know of the best spots to set up and paint, if any?

[@WereintheRockies]

Can’t think of specific spots but there are plenty of pull outs and picnic stops that would work for that

[@WereintheRockies]

Can’t think of specific spots, but there are plenty of pull outs and picnic stops that will work. Many along the rivers

[@lindamcdermott3035]

@@WereintheRockies Thank you! And I'm watching your video "Before you visit Yellowstone in 2022" to get a feel for the area.

[@EricWoodyVariety59]

Never ever feed the Bears.

[@waywardsoul4918]

Why?

[@csiegel7672]

what about - don't stop in the middle of the road ????????????????????????????????????????????

[@WereintheRockies]

true!

[@ImLisaMoore]

I hope the park people helped the limping buffalo

[@donalddday7741]

go in the winter see more animals near the roads and no one running from being chased by a wolf or a moose or a bison or bear for teasing the animals

[@WereintheRockies]

To see more wildlife, off season is definitely nice. However, most of the roads are closed in winter. Late fall is a great time.

[@BeasleyFarmsAR]

#ACCURATE Having been a couple times and headed back in July 2023, you are 100% correct on everyone of these tips. Great job!

[@WereintheRockies]

Great to hear! Have a great time.

[@karlmadsen3179]

fantastic hair

[@davemyers7507]

🦬🦬🦌🐏🦝🚗🛻4️⃣5️⃣⬅️➡️📵🗻🏕🛶🏆🚣‍♀️🏂⛷🎿🎱

[@lorraincassesso1611]

Why in this day and age they cannot put up a cell tower especially this place can be dangerous

[@WereintheRockies]

Better cell reception would be nice.

[@pattiheintz562]

That's part of the point of nature. To get away from the hustle and bustle. If you need cell service that bad then this not the place to be. Go to the zoo.

[@mrbeastchocolate]

Not trying to embarrass the guy? what better could he possibly have asked for?

[@jflsdknf]

Aw the lame one :( Nature is cruel, I hope it's not in pain at least

[@douglasdever6134]

I go through Yellowstone about five times a year from Idaho over to Cody. I get cell phone coverage in quite a few places especially west of Fishing Bridge. Terrible video that tells a person nothing. I would easily recommend to fill up in Cody or West Yellowstone, not only to save money but to save time. As for speeding/driving too slow; DUH, that is for all roads, especially if the area is full of wildlife.

[@WereintheRockies]

Thanks for watching.

[@NondescriptMammal]

You should try to embarrass the bison guy! He deserves it. That's some major league idiotic behavior right there.

[@Mike_Greentea]

Urinate out the window!

[@WereintheRockies]

Oh no!

[@drome010381]

So tired of the stupid drivers who see a bison and suddenly turns into the drive in theatre

[@WereintheRockies]

Yes, it gets frustrating. We see bison all the time, so for us they're not worth stopping for but we try to be patient for the person slowing down. They may have never seen one before.

[@drome010381]

Yeah part of me wants to be patient. The other... realizes we just passed a switchback and will be lucky if the next driver doesn't rear end us because someone stopped to get a pic of a bison. The Rangers need to make it more a point to stop the drive by photo opps.

[@merasco3353]

DONT PARK IN THE GRASS, IT RUINS THE FOLIAGE AND VEGETATION ALONG THE ROADS

[@aninterestingstoryabout]

Why so much talking head narration stuff when there's so much scenery you could have cut away to? Nobody wants to see a talking head. They want to see the scenery.

[@WereintheRockies]

Thanks for your feedback and thanks for watching.

[@janeford218]

Does not look like he is standing in Yellowstone.

[@jdinhuntsvilleal4514]

I have to give a thumbs down on this. I thought you'd be reporting on the current conditions of the roads after all that flooding earlier this year, but not a word about that. My understanding from earlier videos is that it will take years to repair the roads.

[@WereintheRockies]

I understand your frustration. Our reasoning for making a video not covering the road conditions after the flood is that accessibility of roads is changing so frequently our video would almost immediately be outdated and we'd be giving people wrong information For the most up to date information, check out the Yellowstone NP website and look at their alerts.

[@jgw5491]

You don't want to embarrass the bison daredevil? Nah, go ahead and knock yourself out; go ahead, you know you want to. 🤜🦬🤦