Tips for Visiting Yellowstone National Park  in February

Yellowstone National Park in February is a once-in-a-lifetime experience!  Use our Yellowstone National Park travel guide and the tips below to determine if February is the best time for you to visit Yellowstone in the winter.

Yellowstone is a bucket list destination for a reason, and in the winter it’s even more so with steaming geysers amid a snowy landscape.

TOP REASON TO VISIT YELLOWSTONE IN FEBRUARY

YELLOWSTONE WEATHER IN FEBRUARY

The weather in February is cold and snowy. Average temperatures range from highs close to 30 and lows close to 0. Layers are key when exploring the park in the winter.

THINGS TO DO IN FEBRUARY

In February, if you’re close to the north entrance, you can drive your vehicle on the one open road from Gardiner to Cooke City. This route is a nice day trip.

HIKING IN  FEBRUARY

Be aware there will be a lot of snow in January so you’ll need more than your hiking boots. Showshoeing and cross country skiing are the best ways to experience the trails at Yellowstone in the winter.

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