15 Ways to Escape the Crowds in Yellowstone!

Many visitors flood to the main popular tourist attractions but if you are spending several days in Yellowstone or you want to go to some of the lesser visited attractions, this video is for you.

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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:33 Madison Valley
1:36 Lower Geyser Basin
2:22 Bike Riding
3:00 Kepler Cascades
3:36 Lone Star Geyser
4:05 Continental Divide
4:57 West Thumb
5:40 Camping
6:10 Natural Bridge
7:05 Boat Tour
8:32 Lake Area
9:37 Lehardy's Rapids
10:30 Mud Volcano
11:29 Horseback Rides
13:11 Mount Haynes

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[longrider]

I worked in Yellowstone for three summers. 1985, at Mammoth Hot springs General store. 1991 Old Faithful Lodge, as a house keeper/janitor. And 1995 in Grant Village, House Keeper and Night Maid. Best way to get away from the crowds, head out on any of the trails which start at the major area's, and you will be alone, unless you with friends.

[scOT]

Great video! We are visiting in September. Your videos have been a great resource while I have planned our trip over the past 2 years. Thank you!

[danlnad]

I went in late April, 2021. Yes the weather is unpredictable this time of year. But I got lucky. No crowds at all. Few people. No lines. It only snowed twice, and lasted only for 30 minutes. VERY light snow, just a dusting. Temps during the day was in the 50's and 60's. Some parts of the park, and some gates were closed. But the main park (Gardner gate) was open for business. I had such a blast. Yellowstone is my favorite park.

[busylivin]

Perfect video, we have booked for next May. We are coming from Australia to visit Yellowstone. Your videos have been very informative for us to plan our trip. Thank you.

[PatchGirl]

Matt, I hiked the West End of Yellowstone 10 yrs ago and I agree, it doesn't disappoint and less people. There is a private horseback riding company that takes you through meadows and up a mountain ridge. Having lunch along Yellowstone Lake is another suggestion. Thanks for your tips! Makes me want to go back. 😍

[martinjdesmond]

Nice video about avoiding crowds. I find that by hiking 2 miles on a trail will eliminate most of the people except for the Europeans who like to hike.

[felixg.]

can't wait to visit Yellowstone in September

[lindaschoss]

Can’t wait to go on a cruise of the Yellowstone Lake. Been to Yellowstone well over 50 times and never did this…

[cindyd]

Very well done and informative video! The spots you covered are so worth seeing, and I hope those who watch this and plan to visit YNP will follow your advice. I have longed to make a solo trip to YNP myself someday. No big discussions about itinerary, where to eat, when to stop, and so forth. I am so jealous! Well done, Matt!

[bhendrikabel]

Great video. After visiting the West of the USA for the first time this year ( and fell in love with Utah/ Arizona, California and Oregon, i’m planning my next trip to Colorado, Utah, Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and Montana. So i have to go during the summertime, but i’m a bit worried about the crowds. So this video will help me to avoid the big crowds at Yellowstone. What a beautiful place. Makes me want to catch a flight right now. Thank you 🙏

[Arturo-smtb]

Mud Volcano is the smelliest volcanic area in Yellowstone. My daughter actually got sick to her stomach there. But it is right as you enter Hayden Valley, which is obviously teeming with wildlife. Agree with West Thumb as an underrated area, and it was easiest for us to get to from the South Entrance, only 25 minute ride from the South. Also liked the Lake Village area for underrated wildlife areas...we saw tons of Elk and Bison right near the village.

[greggchilds]

Another GREAT video, Matt. Having camped, hiked, fished, and photographed Yellowstone many, many times since the ‘60s, I still learned a lot through your narrative. I always enjoy your historical information you impart in your videos. One place I would sometimes visit in Yellowstone is the Obsidean Cliffs; there’s some neat history there that you would love. Also, your professional video and editing skills are very evident here. You’ve included some beautiful video here. Thanks for sharing all of this with us.

[dougB]

The bike rental is at the gift shop at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge. I was just there yesterday.

[fsusarge]

No horseback rides in the park after labor day, Matt. I'm a month plus 10 days from the park.

[coastskyadventures]

Bridge bay always got something happening with animals. Number one is elk. Elk family came right around my tent. They was very quiet doing it.

[jmorgan]

I remember when the 1959 quake happened in Yellowstone, I lived in Sheridan Wyo. 392 miles away and the dishes in our cupboards were rattling

[mj-travelon]

My favorite place is the Lamar Valley. Early morning may see Wolves and Grizzlies. In the evening fun to watch the bison head up the mountain for night time. It gets really busy at that time but to me that’s part of the fun.

[sluggotinfantryman]

Beckler. That will do it. Have to leave park to get there though.

[maryjette]

We were there just before the flooding started. We left the park the day before the park closed. Your videos helped us so much. We also used the Gypsy Guide app in the parks we visited in June. Thanks so much for what you do.

[rgsatw]

I was working in the Mammoth gift shop before the flooding. After the flooding they transferred me down to the Lake Lodge gift shop. I will be here until early October