West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center (NPS Desk)
Facility · Montana ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Local Other or Unknown
- 6,672 ft
- Elevation
Located in the town of West Yellowstone, Montana, there is a desk and backcountry office staffed by National Park Service rangers (summer and winters only). The building is open year-round and a second desk is staffed by the West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce. Stop by to obtain backcountry and fishing permits (fees are payable by debit or credit card), to get park information, or to use the restrooms. Call 307-344-2876 for additional information.
Getting there
Located inside the West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce
44.65834, -111.09928 · 44°39'30.0"N 111°5'57.4"W
Typical weather
Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 26°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 27 | 31 | 40 | 48 | 59 | 68 | 80 | 78 | 68 | 51 | 36 | 26 |
| Low °F | 0 | 2 | 9 | 21 | 29 | 34 | 39 | 36 | 30 | 21 | 11 | 3 |
| Precip in | 2.3 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.7 | 2.5 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.7 | 1.9 | 2.6 | 3.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center (NPS Desk)
- Can you reserve a site at West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center (NPS Desk)?
- No. West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center (NPS Desk) is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (307) 344-7381
- Email YELL_Information@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-08-04.
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