Yellowstone Day Tours Blog

Yellowstone is open for the 2026 season! The West Entrance and North Entrance are welcoming visitors now, with more roads opening throughout May. Spring is prime time in the park — grizzlies are emerging from hibernation, bison calves are hitting the ground, and Lamar Valley wolves are active. Geothermal steam columns rise dramatically in the cool air, and the waterfalls are running at full force. Come explore — our guides know exactly where to take you.

Not sure which Yellowstone tour to choose? Yellowstone Day Tours has a variety of options, including wildlife safaris, winter wolf tours, and scenic loops. Here’s a quick breakdown to help you find the perfect fit.

Every April and May, Yellowstone wakes from its wintry slumber. Grizzlies emerge from hibernation, bison calves nicknamed "red dogs" take their first wobbly steps, and wolves hunt aggressively to feed growing litters. Spring floods the landscape with newborn wildlife and raw, unscripted moments — making it one of the most dramatic and rewarding times to experience the park.

What to Pack for Your Yellowstone Day Tour. The most common questions we receive from guests joining our tours are surrounding how to dress and what to bring. Mountain weather can be unpredictable, the landscape is remote, and a Yellowstone tour is a full-day excursion. Here are some tips to help you dial in your Yellowstone National Park packing list, so you know what to wear and what to bring on your Yellowstone tour! Grand Prismatic Spring Steaming Yellowstone National Par