Yellowstone National Park had its busiest May on record with 570,272 recreation visits, a 1% increase from May 2025. The park’s visitation has been steadily increasing, with a 20% increase from May 2021.
Summer Season Ahead
With the summer season ahead, the park is urging visitors to plan ahead. While reservations are not required to enter Yellowstone, a park entrance pass is necessary. The park is reminding guests to be prepared for crowds at popular areas and lines at entrance stations, construction areas, and roadside wildlife sightings.
Original reporting: Buckrail (Jackson WY) — read the source article.
