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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the nearest
airport? A: The largest commercial
airport within Yellowstone Country is located in Bozeman. It is serviced by
Delta, Sky West, Horizon, and Northwest Airlines. West Yellowstone's airport
is open from June through September and is serviced by Sky West. Nearby
Billings also has a large airport. |
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When does Yellowstone Park close?
A: While the northern gate to Yellowstone Park remains open to automobile
traffic all year long, many of its most popular features, like Old Faithful
and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone can only be reached on snowmobile,
snowcoach, or cross country skis through the winter months.
Yellowstone closes in early November to auto traffic, and reopens to
over-snow traffic in mid-December. Spring closure of snow trails
occurs in early to mid-march, and roads are generally open to cars by
mid-April, weather permitting. Call Yellowstone National Park for up
to the minute details: 307-344-7381 |
| What time does Old Faithful go
off? A: Old Faithful erupts every sixty-five to 95 minutes.
Information on predicted eruptions of Old Faithful and other geysers can be
obtained at Park visitor centers. |
| How can I make lodging
arrangements in Yellowstone? A: All lodging within Yellowstone
is handled by the central lodging number: 307-344-7311 |
| How can I make reservations in
Prairie Dog Town? A: You can't. It's a very exclusive place, and
unless you happen to be a prairie dog, you won't find a room. (If you ARE a
prairie dog, and are reading this, you should consider running for Prairie
Dog Town Council. Those varmints might even elect you mayor!!) |
| Is the Beartooth Highway
open? The spectacular route between Red Lodge and Cooke City
was described by the late Charles Kuralt as "..the most beautiful road
in America." It is open seasonally from mid to late May until
late September. Call the Red Lodge Chamber of Commerce for information. 406-446-1718 |
| How DO you pronounce Absarokee?
A: Ab-SOAR-kee. |
Chambers of Commerce in Yellowstone Country
  
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