Conservation
Yellowstone visits climb 1% in May 2026
Yellowstone National Park recorded 570,272 recreation visits in May, a slight rise over the previous year.
Source: National Park Service · 2026-10-07
Source: National Park Service
The National Park Service reported that Yellowstone National Park saw 570,272 recreation visits in May 2026, representing a 1% increase compared with May 2025's 566,363 visits. This modest growth indicates continued demand for outdoor recreation in the park as hunting seasons approach, and the agency will keep monitoring visitor impacts on wildlife and resources.
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