MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo. — Yellowstone’s winter season came to a close on March 5 and most of its roads have closed to the public in preparation for the park’s spring opening.

The South, West and East entrances closed on March 15.

The following roads have also closed:

  • March 5: Mammoth Hot Springs to Norris
  • March 7: Norris to Madison, Norris to Canyon Village
  • March 12: Canyon Village to Fishing Bridge Junction
  • March 15: South, West and East entrances and all remaining groomed roads

Meanwhile, the road from the park’s North Entrance at Gardiner, Montana, through Mammoth Hot Springs and Tower Junction to Cooke City, Montana, remains open to automobiles all year, weather-permitting.

Weather-permitting, some park roads and entrances will open to the public April 21 at 8 a.m.

For more details about winter closures in Yellowstone click here.