Best Stops on the Drive from
Salt Lake City, UT to Yellowstone National Park, WY
Drive north through the heart of the Rocky Mountains. This route offers incredible wildlife viewing, geothermal hot springs, and stunning alpine scenery.
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Must-See Stops Along the Way
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Antelope Island State Park
Located in the Great Salt Lake, this island is home to free-roaming bison, antelope, and incredible reflective views of the water.
Lava Hot Springs
Take a break from driving and soak in these world-famous natural geothermal hot springs ranging from 102° to 112° Fahrenheit.
Idaho Falls River Walk
Stretch your legs on this beautiful 5-mile paved trail that circles the Snake River and its massive man-made waterfall.
Grand Teton National Park
Why see one park when you can see two? Drive through the jaw-dropping jagged peaks of the Tetons right before entering Yellowstone's south gate.
About This Route
About Salt Lake City, UT to Yellowstone National Park, WY
Drive north through the heart of the Rocky Mountains on an epic journey to America's first national park, featuring wildlife, hot springs, and alpine peaks.
- •Geothermal Wonders:Soak in Lava Hot Springs and witness Yellowstone's geysers.
- •Double National Parks:Pass directly through the jagged peaks of Grand Teton National Park.
- •Wildlife Viewing:Spot bison and antelope from the Great Salt Lake all the way to Wyoming.
This is the ultimate Mountain West adventure, packed with geological marvels.
Best Time to Visit
- •Short Summer Season:Yellowstone's prime visiting window is brief (June to September). Expect crowds and book lodging well in advance.
- •Unpredictable Snow:Snow is possible even in early summer or early fall at high elevations.
Distance & Driving
- •Total Driving:Around 6.5 hours of scenic highway and mountain driving.
- •Park Traffic:Inside Yellowstone, expect delays due to 'wildlife jams' when animals cross the road.
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