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Restrooms in Yellowstone National Park

Every restroom in Yellowstone National Park mapped and downloadable — flush toilets, vault toilets, ADA-accessible facilities, and drinking water. Most of the park has zero cell reception. Download the free GPX file before you go and take the map offline.

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Current Yellowstone Alerts & Closures

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Madison, Firehole, and Gibbon Rivers Closed to Fishing

The following rivers and their tributaries are closed to fishing due to warm water temperatures and low flows: Madison River, Firehole River, and Gibbon River.

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Traffic Delays - Gibbon River Bridge

Expect up to 15-minute delays on Gibbon River Bridge from July 9 through late-July while crews repair the railing.

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Park Closure

Biscuit Basin Closed Due to Hydrothermal Explosion

The parking lot, boardwalk, and Firehole River at Biscuit Basin, located north of Old Faithful, is closed to all travel until further notice due to the possibility of another event at the site of a hydrothermal explosion that occurred July 23, 2024.

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Traffic Delays - Gardner River High Bridge

Expect a single lane of traffic with up to 15-minute delays, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from April 1 through late October 2026. Oversized/overweight vehicles (8'6"+ wide, 75'+ long, 80,000 lbs+ gross vehicle weight) will not be able to cross the bridge during this time.

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Vehicle Entrance Reservation Not Needed

Although an entrance pass is required to enter Yellowstone National Park, vehicle reservations are not needed. You are encouraged to purchase an entrance pass before arriving, but you may also purchase passes at any entrance station upon arrival.

About Yellowstone National Park — Facilities & Access

2026 Edition — Updated July 2026

Park Hours

Yellowstone is open daily, year-round, although activities and services are limited at night and certain times of year. The park has five entrance stations, but not all entrance stations are open year-round. Make sure to carefully read about access at each station at different times of year. And remember, all dates are weather-dependent. Please note that camping is possible only in designated campgrounds.

Seasonal Availability

148 restrooms are open year-round. All 148 restrooms are listed as year-round, though winter access may be limited by road closures.

Park Contact

307-344-7381

YELL_Information@nps.gov

2 Officers Row, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190

Planning Tool — Not a Navigation Device

Trail data sourced from the National Park Service. This is a pre-trip planning tool — always carry a topographic map, check current conditions before departure, and register at the backcountry office for overnight trips. Do not rely solely on digital maps in areas without cell service. Facility availability changes seasonally.

Yellowstone National Park Restroom & Trail Map

USGS topographic basemap with 148 restrooms and NPS trail data. Tap any marker for details. Click trail names below to highlight on the map.

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1. Use the filter buttons to toggle restrooms, trailheads, campgrounds, and points of interest.
2. Click any trail or facility name below to fly to it on the map.
3. Tap any marker for details and one-tap Google Maps directions.
4. Download GPX files to use offline in Gaia GPS, AllTrails, or any GPS app.
5. Screenshot this map as a backup — most areas have no cell service.

Trail and facility data provided by the National Park Service (public domain). Topographic basemap by USGS. Map compilation, presentation, and GPX packaging by DunnyDash.com. Any reproduction or redistribution of these maps must attribute dunnydash.com as the source. Facility availability may change seasonally — verify current conditions before your visit.

All 148 Restrooms in Yellowstone National Park

Every mapped restroom in Yellowstone, grouped by location type.

Visitor Centers

11 restrooms — see details below

Campgrounds

12 restrooms — see details below

Park Facilities(125)

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ADA-Accessible Restrooms in Yellowstone National Park

11 wheelchair-accessible restrooms confirmed across Yellowstone National Park. Each facility below meets ADA accessibility standards — wider stalls, grab bars, and level access. Download the GPX file to save these locations to your GPS before entering the park.

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Campground Restrooms, Showers & Water in Yellowstone

12 campgrounds with restroom and utility details.

Tap any campground name to fly to it on the map above.

Restrooms	Showers	Water	Dump Station
Flush Toilets - seasonal	No	Yes - seasonal	Yes - seasonal
Flush Toilets - seasonal	Hot - Seasonal	Yes - seasonal	Yes - seasonal
Flush Toilets - seasonal	Coin-Operated - Seasonal	Yes - seasonal	Yes - seasonal
Flush Toilets - seasonal	Coin-Operated - Seasonal	Yes - seasonal	Yes - seasonal
Vault Toilets - seasonal	No	Yes - seasonal	No
Vault Toilets - seasonal	No	Yes - seasonal	No
Flush Toilets - seasonal	No	Yes - seasonal	Yes - seasonal
Flush Toilets - year round	No	Yes - year round	No
Flush Toilets - seasonal	No	Yes - seasonal	No
Vault Toilets - seasonal	No	Yes - seasonal	No
Vault Toilets - seasonal	No	Yes - seasonal	No
Vault Toilets - seasonal	No	Yes - seasonal	No

Restrooms:Yes

Showers:No

Water:Yes

Dump:Yes

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Water:Yes

Dump:No

Trailhead Restrooms & Hiking Facilities in Yellowstone

18 trailheads with restrooms. Plan accordingly — most trails have no facilities beyond the trailhead.

Once you leave the trailhead, there are typically no restroom facilities on the trail itself. Plan your stops before heading out.

Mud Volcano Trailhead

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Tower Fall Trailhead

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Bighorn Pass - Indian Creek Trailhead (1K5)

Vault/Composting

Tower Junction Trailhead (2K2)

Vault/Composting

Slough Creek Trailhead (2K5)

Vault/Composting

Pebble Creek Trailhead (3K2)

Vault/Composting

Soda Butte / Lamar River Stock Trailhead (3K1)

Vault/Composting

Chittenden Road / Mount Washburn North Trailhead (2K6)

Vault/Composting

Dunraven Pass - Mount Washburn Trailhead (4K9)

Vault/Composting

Wapiti Lake Trailhead (4K7)

Vault/Composting

Clear Lake Trailhead

Vault/Composting

Lone Star Trailhead (OK1)

Vault/Composting

Shoshone Lake / Dogshead Trailhead (8K1)

Vault/Composting

Heart Lake Trailhead (8N1)

Vault/Composting

West Thumb Geyser Basin Trailhead

Vault/Composting

Yellowstone Lake Overlook Trailhead

Vault/Composting

Fishing Bridge Visitor Center and Trailside Museum

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Madison Information Station and Trailside Museum

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Hiking Trails (50)

Trail	Distance	Difficulty	Type	Season	Trailhead Restroom
Forces of the Northern Range Self-guided Trail	0.5 mi		—	SpringSummerFall	✗
Mud Volcano Trail	0.6 mi	Easy	loop	WinterSpringSummerFall	✓
West Thumb Geyser Basin Trail	0.6 mi	Easy	loop	SummerFall	✓
Pelican Creek Nature Trail	0.6 mi	Easy	loop	SummerFall	✗
Duck Lake Trail	0.8 mi	Moderate	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Wraith Falls Trail	1 mi	Easy	there-and-back	WinterSpringSummerFall	✗
Grand Prismatic Overlook Trail	1.2 mi	Easy	there-and-back	WinterSummerFall	✗
Trout Lake Trail	1.2 mi	Moderate	loop	WinterSpringSummerFall	✗
Observation Point Trail	1.6 mi	Moderate	there-and-back	WinterSpringSummerFall	✗
Yellowstone Lake Overlook Trail	1.7 mi	Moderate	loop	SummerFall	✓
Storm Point Trail	2.3 mi	Easy	loop	SummerFall	✗
Mystic Falls Trail	2.4 mi	Moderately Strenuous	there-and-back	WinterSummerFall	✗
Natural Bridge Trail	2.5 mi	Easy	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Lost Lake Trail	2.8 mi	Moderate	loop	WinterSpringSummerFall	✗
Specimen Ridge Day Hike Trail	3 mi	Strenuous	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Slough Creek Trail	3.4 mi	Moderate	there-and-back	SummerFall	✓
Elephant Back Mountain Trail	3.5 mi	Moderately Strenuous	loop	SummerFall	✗
Yellowstone River Picnic Area Trail	3.7 mi	Moderate	there-and-back	SummerFall	✓
Sentinel Meadows & Queen’s Laundry Trail	3.8 mi	Moderate	there-and-back	WinterSummerFall	✗
Cascade Lake Trail	4.4 mi	Easy	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Bunsen Peak Trail	4.6 mi	Strenuous	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Riddle Lake Trail	4.8 mi	Easy	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Lone Star Geyser Trail	4.8 mi	Easy	there-and-back	WinterSummerFall	✓
Beaver Ponds Trail	5 mi	Moderately Strenuous	loop	WinterSpringSummerFall	✗
Fairy Falls Trail	5.4 mi	Easy	there-and-back	WinterSummerFall	✗
Chittenden Road - Mount Washburn Trail	5.8 mi	Moderately Strenuous	there-and-back	SummerFall	✓
Ribbon Lake Trail	5.8 mi	Moderate	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
DeLacy Creek Trail	5.8 mi	Easy	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Dunraven Pass - Mount Washburn Trail	6 mi	Strenuous	there-and-back	SummerFall	✓
Purple Mountain Trail	6 mi	Strenuous	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Grebe Lake Trail	6.2 mi	Easy	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Pelican Valley Trail	6.2 mi	Moderate	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Hellroaring Trail	6.2 mi	Moderately Strenuous	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Howard Eaton Trail (Old Faithful Area)	6.3 mi	Moderate	there-and-back	WinterSummerFall	✗
Mallard Lake Trail	7 mi	Moderate	there-and-back	WinterSummerFall	✗
Blacktail Deer Creek to Yellowstone River Trail	7.4 mi	Strenuous	there-and-back	SpringSummerFall	✓
Garnet Hill Trail	7.6 mi	Moderate	loop	WinterSpringSummerFall	✗
Rescue Creek Trail	8 mi	Moderately Strenuous	through-hike	WinterSpringSummerFall	✗
Osprey Falls Trail	8 mi	Strenuous	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Observation Peak Trail	9.6 mi	Strenuous	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Seven Mile Hole Trail	10 mi	Strenuous	there-and-back	SummerFall	✗
Howard Eaton Trail (Canyon Area)	10.7 mi	Easy	one-way	SummerFall	✗
Lewis River Channel/Dogshead Trail	10.8 mi	Moderate	loop	SummerFall	✗
Sepulcher Mountain Trail	11 mi	Strenuous	loop	SummerFall	✗
Mount Washburn Spur Trail	16.2 mi	Strenuous	there-and-back	SummerFall	✓
Brink of the Lower Falls Trail	—		—	SummerFall	✗
Fairy Falls Ski Trail	—	Easy	—	Winter	✗
Mammoth Hot Springs Trails	—	Easy	—	WinterSpringSummerFall	✗
Harlequin Lake Trail	—	Easy	—	SpringSummerFall	✗
Avalanche Peak Trail	—	Strenuous	—	SummerFall	✗

Forces of the Northern Range Self-guided Trail

0.5 mi

SpringSummerFall

Mud Volcano Trail

0.6 mi

EasyloopWinterSpringSummerFall

West Thumb Geyser Basin Trail

0.6 mi

EasyloopSummerFall

Pelican Creek Nature Trail

0.6 mi

EasyloopSummerFall

Duck Lake Trail

0.8 mi

Moderatethere-and-backSummerFall

Wraith Falls Trail

1 mi

Easythere-and-backWinterSpringSummerFall

Grand Prismatic Overlook Trail

1.2 mi

Easythere-and-backWinterSummerFall

Trout Lake Trail

1.2 mi

ModerateloopWinterSpringSummerFall

Observation Point Trail

1.6 mi

Moderatethere-and-backWinterSpringSummerFall

Yellowstone Lake Overlook Trail

1.7 mi

ModerateloopSummerFall

Storm Point Trail

2.3 mi

EasyloopSummerFall

Mystic Falls Trail

2.4 mi

Moderately Strenuousthere-and-backWinterSummerFall

Natural Bridge Trail

2.5 mi

Easythere-and-backSummerFall

Lost Lake Trail

2.8 mi

ModerateloopWinterSpringSummerFall

Specimen Ridge Day Hike Trail

3 mi

Strenuousthere-and-backSummerFall

Sorted by distance (shortest first). Check the trailhead for current restroom availability.

Visitor Centers with Restrooms in Yellowstone

11 visitor centers — all with ADA-compliant restrooms.

All visitor centers have ADA-compliant restrooms with running water.

Here you can gather park information, orient yourself to the rest of the park (including road conditions, and campground and lodge availability), shop for souvenirs, explore exhibits to learn more about the wildlife and history of Yellowstone, join a ranger program, pick up a fishing permit (fees ar

Albright Visitor Center is located in the northern part of the park near the Mammoth Hot Springs terraces. Park information can be found on bulletin boards posted at the visitor center, as well as by

Stop by the Canyon Visitor Education Center to learn more about the geologic story of the area, including the Yellowstone volcano, and view a room-size relief map of Yellowstone. You can also get orientation information, pick up a fishing permit (fees are payable by debit or credit card), shop for a

Canyon Visitor Education Center is located north of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. Park information can be found on bulletin boards posted at the visitor center, as well as by using the NP

The distinctive stone-and-log architecture of this old building—known as "parkitecture"—was one of several prototypes for park buildings around the country. Today, the visitor center and museum highlight the ecology of Yellowstone Lake, focusing on birds. Also stop by to visit with a ranger and find

Park information can be found on bulletin boards posted at the visitor center, as well as by using the NPS Yellowstone app.

Fire plays an important, natural role in the ecosystems found in Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding region. Learn more about this and the fires of 1988 in the exhibit hall, gather park information and trip ideas, shop for souvenirs at the park store, join a ranger program, buy a fishing,

Park information can be found on bulletin boards posted at the visitor center, as well as by using the NPS Yellowstone app. Visitor center opening date subject to change. Check locally if in the park.

Located about halfway between Old Faithful and West Yellowstone, you can stop here for park information as visitors have been doing since 1930. The structure is an example of "parkitecture" or designing a building in a way that reflects the surrounding ecosystem. You can also shop for souvenirs in t

Park information can be found on bulletin boards posted at the visitor center, as well as by using the NPS Yellowstone app. Information Station, Trailside Museum, and bookstore are open during the lis

Once a US Army outpost built in 1908, this visitor center houses exhibits that celebrate the history of the park ranger profession. The current structure replaced previous structures dating back to 1884.

Situated on the ridge overlooking the Norris Geyser Basin, this historic building is staffed during the summer with rangers who provide park information and facilitate ranger programs. Visitors have been seeking information here since 1930 when the museum was built as a "trailside museum" to serve p

Park information can be found on bulletin boards posted at the visitor center, as well as by using the NPS Yellowstone app.

Located near Old Faithful Geyser, this visitor center offers views of the geyser's eruption from the tall, windowed front of the visitor center. Additionally, you can gather park information, talk with a park ranger at the front desk, shop for souvenirs in the park store, delve into the natural wond

Park information can be found on bulletin boards posted at the visitor center, as well as by using the NPS Yellowstone app.

This facility is closed until further notice as of July 2026. A small facility at the start of the West Thumb Geyser Basin boardwalks, where you can visit with a park ranger and gather park information, shop for souvenirs in the park store, or join a ranger program. The structure was built in 1925 a

Park information can be found on bulletin boards posted at the visitor center, as well as by using the NPS Yellowstone app.

Located in the town of West Yellowstone, Montana, there is a desk 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, get park

Open daily, mid-April through September, and open weekdays, early November through mid-April.

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 fis

Park information may be found on bulletin boards posted at the visitor information center, with rangers stationed outside the visitor information center, as well as by using the NPS Yellowstone app.

Yellowstone Entry Fees & Park Hours

Entrance - Private Vehicle$35.00

Entrance - Non-commercial Groups$20.00

Entrance - Motorcycle$30.00

Ranger Programs & Events in Yellowstone

20 upcoming programs including guided walks, talks, and evening campfire programs. Most take place at visitor centers which all have restroom facilities.

TalkRanger Program (Canyon Area) - Artist Point Talk

TalkRanger Program - Mud Volcano Talk

TalkRanger Program (Fishing Bridge) - Porch Talk

TalkRanger Program (Mammoth Hot Springs) - Experiencing Wildlife

+ 16 more programs available

Self-Guided Tours in Yellowstone with Restroom Stops

8 self-guided walking and driving tours through Yellowstone. Each tour lists the number of stops — if we know a stop has restroom access, we flag it so you can plan your route without surprises.

Black Sand Basin

A thermal area west of the Old Faithful developed area that has chromatic and opalescent hot springs and a geyser that frequently erupts right at the edge of the river flowing through the area.

6 stops20–40 minNo confirmed restrooms

ESCAPE to Yellowstone: Building Resilience

Everybody needs to escape sometimes—to take a break, to take a hike, or to take a nap! Yet in our ever-connected world, do you know how to recognize when it is time for a break? Do you need some help...

7 stops1–2 hNo confirmed restrooms

Fountain Paint Pot

Along this self-guided tour you will see various hydrothermal features that are expressions of Yellowstone's still active volcano. Within this geologic system, each type of thermal feature is represen...

8 stops30–60 minNo confirmed restrooms

Mud Volcano

Turbulent pools of hot, muddy water. Hillsides strewn with trees cooked by steam. Strange odors. A bizarre landscape. Welcome to the Mud Volcano area.

11 stops30–60 minNo confirmed restrooms

Old Faithful and the Upper Geyser Basin

Old Faithful Geyser is just one of many hydrothermal wonders to be experienced along this loop tour. Travel along a mixture of boardwalks and paved trails, though be aware there are some stairs or ste...

25 stops2–8 hNo confirmed restrooms

The Tukudika

This audio tour introduces you to the Tukudika Indians, a band or related bands of Mountain Shoshone whose teviwa (Shoshone for homeland) included the area that is now Yellowstone National Park. Durin...

4 stops30–60 minNo confirmed restrooms

Upper Terrace Drive

Upper Terrace Drive is a 1.5-mile (2.4-km) loop around the Upper Terrace of the Mammoth Hot Springs of Yellowstone National Park. This drive is open to automobiles and pedestrians during the summer, w...

11 stops1–3 hNo confirmed restrooms

West Thumb Geyser Basin

Explore this fascinating thermal area on the edge of Yellowstone Lake.

11 stops1–2 hNo confirmed restrooms

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10 webcams showing current conditions in Yellowstone.

Yellowstone National Park Restroom FAQs

Are there restrooms in Yellowstone National Park?

Yes. Yellowstone National Park has 148 restrooms throughout the park, including 36 flush toilet facilities and 92 vault/composting toilet facilities. Restrooms are located at visitor centers, campgrounds, trailheads, and developed areas.

Are restrooms in Yellowstone ADA accessible?

Yellowstone National Park has 11 ADA-accessible restroom facilities. Most visitor centers and major developed areas have accessible restrooms. Check individual facility details for specific accessibility information.

Does Yellowstone have showers?

Yellowstone National Park does not currently have public shower facilities within the park boundaries. Some gateway towns near the park entrances offer shower access for travelers.

Is there drinking water in Yellowstone?

Yes, 29 locations in Yellowstone National Park provide potable drinking water. These are commonly found at visitor centers, campgrounds, and developed picnic areas. Always carry extra water when hiking backcountry trails.

What types of restrooms are in Yellowstone?

Yellowstone National Park has two main types of restrooms: flush toilet facilities (36 locations) found at developed areas, and vault/composting toilets (92 locations) commonly found at trailheads and remote areas. Vault toilets are pit-style toilets that do not require plumbing.

Are restrooms open in Yellowstone during winter?

Restroom availability in Yellowstone National Park varies seasonally. Visitor centers and developed areas that remain open during winter will have heated restroom facilities. Many vault toilets at trailheads and remote areas remain available year-round, but some facilities in areas closed for winter may not be accessible. Check current conditions before your visit.

Do campgrounds in Yellowstone have restrooms?

Yes, all 12 campgrounds in Yellowstone National Park have restroom facilities. Most offer flush toilets during the camping season, with some providing vault toilets. Check individual campground details for specific amenities like showers, potable water, and dump stations.

Do visitor centers in Yellowstone have restrooms?

Yes, all 11 visitor centers in Yellowstone National Park have ADA-compliant restrooms available during operating hours. Visitor center restrooms are typically the most well-maintained facilities in the park, with flush toilets, running water, and changing areas.