Wyoming Official Travelers Journal 2008 - (Page 14) Yellowstone-bound Here are some facts to get you started planning a trip to Yellowstone. For further details, go to www.wyomingtourism.org; under Popular Links, click on Yellowstone. Entering Yellowsone: From Wyoming enter through the East Entrance, U.S. Hwy. 14/16/20 from Cody; or the South Entrance, U.S. Hwy. 191/89/287 from Jackson or Dubois. Entrance Fees: 7-day passes: $25 for private, noncommercial vehicle; $12 for single entry (foot, bike, etc.); $20 for motorcycle. Go to www.nps.gov/yell and click on “View all Fees.” Accommodations: Nine lodging options in the park, from rustic cabins to a posh hotel. None have TV, radio, A/C or Internet. All are nonsmoking. Camping: 11 campgrounds, seven of which are operated on a first-come, first-served basis by the National Park Service, 307-3447381. The other four campgrounds can be reserved through Xanterra Parks & Resorts, 307-344-7311. Reserve early! Tours: Motorcoach excursions, horseback trail rides, stagecoach tours, Lake Yellowstone cruises, guided fishing trips on a cabin cruiser, photo safaris, and rowboat and outboard rentals. Disabilities: Hearing-impaired individuals can get visitor info through TDD-307344-2386. Wheelchair users can get a list of accessibility at each park entrance. Order accessibility guide by emailing yell_visitor_services@nps.gov or call accessibility coordinator at 307-344-2017. Facilities: A variety of information stations, visitor centers, ranger stations (also called “backcountry offices”) are located throughout the park. These “depots” offer a range of facilities for travelers, not only restrooms but also exhibits, backcountry permits, first-aid assistance, books and general stores. Nail down your logistics for a worry-free trip, then find your way to Wyoming. How to Get to Wyoming Fly nonstop into Jackson or Casper from many major cities across the country. Smaller towns are served by regional flights from Salt Lake City and Denver. If driving here, see pages 20–21. Road Conditions The state works efficiently to maintain its network of interstates, U.S. and state highways, county roads, and scenic byways and backways. Services are available in towns and at intervals along I-80, I-90 and I-25. Snow can affect travel at higher altitudes as late as May and as early as October, so check with the Wyoming Department of Transportation when taking mountain routes: 888-WYO-ROAD, www.wyoroad.info. Safety First Daytime temperatures reach the 90s but nights are cool, especially in the mountains where it can snow even in summer. Dress in layers. Bring comfortable, casual clothes and shoes. Don’t forget sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses. When you’re in the wild, respect the wildlife. Know your trail, and let someone know where you’re going and when you’ll return. Be aware of the potential for altitude sickness and its accompanying dizziness, headache and nausea. At high altitudes, drink lots of water, limit alcohol and stay cognizant of your exertion levels. Average Temperatures (in fahrenheit) Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. High Low 24 1 30 4 38 12 47 21 67 39 78 48 87 54 87 53 74 43 61 33 43 17 31 1 14 Wyoming Official Travelers Journal
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