Accessibility
Facilities in Yellowstone are being made physically accessible as quickly as possible within funding limitations. Most facilities described in this guide have been judged to be negotiable by wheelchair users without assistance. Those facilities that require assistance for wheelchair users are indicated. Facilities described as accessible do not necessarily comply fully with federal standards. Some accessible facilities are not marked with the international symbol. Your comments on accessibility are appreciated and should be directed to the Accessibility Coordinator, P.O. Box 168, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, 82190. Phone: (307) 344-2018.
Facilities in Yellowstone are being made physically accessible as quickly as
possible within funding limitations. Most facilities described in this guide
have been judged to be negotiable by wheelchair users without assistance. Those
facilities that require assistance for wheelchair users are indicated.
Facilities described as accessible do not necessarily comply fully with federal
standards. Some accessible facilities are not marked with the international
symbol. Your comments on accessibility are appreciated and should be directed to
the Accessibility Coordinator, P.O. Box 168, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming,
82190. Phone: (307) 344-2018.
Golden Access Passport - Blind and permanently disabled persons can
obtain a Golden Access Passport. This is a free lifetime entrance pass to
federal parks, historic sites and recreation areas which charge entrance fees.
The Golden Access Passport admits the permit holder and any accompanying
passengers in a single and private vehicle. It can be obtained from any visitor
center or entrance station. Discounts are also given on federal use fees charged
for camping, boat launching, etc. It does not cover fees charged by private
concessionaires.
Rest Rooms - Accessible rest rooms with sinks and flush toilets are
located at all developed areas except West Thumb and Norris. Accessible vault
toilets are found at West Thumb, Norris, most scenic areas, and picnic areas.
They are recognized as small brown/gray concrete buildings, each housing a
single toilet.
Accommodations - Accessible accommodations are found at Canyon, Grant
Village, Old Faithful and Lake. Call AmFac Parks & Resorts at (307) 344-7311 for
lodging information and reservations. Lodging registration personnel are
prepared to assist you in obtaining accessible accommodations.
Camping - For the disabled visitor, accessible camping can be found at
the following campgrounds. The RV Park at Fishing Bridge provides full hookup
sites and accessible flush toilets. Madison, Canyon, Bridge Bay, and Grant have
accessible campsites and rest rooms. These sites can be reserved in advance by
calling (307) 344-7311. Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Tower Fall, Slough Creek, and
Pebble Creek have accessible vault toilets. Lewis Lake and Slough Creek
Campgrounds have an accessible campsite.
Showers - Accessible public showers are available at the Grant Village
lodging units and Old Faithful Lodge.
Programs - In Discover Yellowstone, a publication available during the
summer months throughout the park, accessible ranger-led activities are
indicated. There are many accessible roadside interpretive exhibits throughout
the park.
Wheelchairs - West Park Medical Services, the concession that provides
medical services in Yellowstone National Park, has rental wheelchairs available
at their medical facilities located in Mammoth, Lake, and Old Faithful. They
require a $300 deposit and charge a rental fee of $10 per day. The deposit is
refunded when the wheelchair is returned.
Accessible Fishing Site - There is an accessible fishing ramp and
platform on the Madison River at the Mt. Haynes Overlook. This site is situated
approximately 3.5 miles west (downstream) of Madison Junction or 10 miles east
of the West Entrance Station.
Backcountry Camping - There is an accessible backcountry campsite at Ice
Lake. The site can be reached from the trailhead located approximately 3 miles
east of Norris Junction or 10 miles west of Canyon. The site is situated about
one-half mile from the trailhead on an accessible backcountry trail. This site
is reserved for those with disabilities, parents with children under 6 years of
age, and adults over 62 years of age. Call the NPS Backcountry Office at (307)
344- 2160 for information and reservations for this site.
ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES
BRIDGE BAY
Stores - Hamilton Store at the Marina is accessible from boat ramp area.
Rest Rooms - Campground (Loop A) and at picnic area on Marina entrance road.
Parking - At rest rooms only.
Amphitheater - Access with assistance via paved path from the north side. Park
next to the rest room in "D" loop.
CANYON
Lodging - Two specially designed lodging units are available in the Cascade
Lodge.
Food Service - Dining Room, Lounge, Snack Shop, and Cafeteria in Canyon Lodge;
Fountain Service in Hamilton Store.
Stores - Hamilton Store, Nature Shop, Canyon Gift Shop.
Rest Rooms - Nature Shop, Canyon Lounge, Canyon Lodge Cafeteria, Service
Station, Campground (westernmost restroom, Loop L), and adjacent to Visitor
Center (with assistance).
Parking - In front of Canyon Lodge, Hamilton Store, and Visitor Center.
Laundry - In Camper Services Building at entrance to campground. Access is from
the rear of the building.
Amphitheater - Best access is via paved path from north side of road between the
gas station and campground. Park on the shoulder.
Visitor Center - Building is accessible.
Post Office - Building is accessible.
Scenic Areas near Canyon:
On the South Rim Drive - Artist Point offers a view of the Lower Falls, and
Uncle Tom's Overlook offers a view of the Upper Falls.
On the North Rim Drive - No curbs have been cut on the North Rim Loop Drive.
With assistance, views of the canyon can be enjoyed from the Grandview Overlook
and from the parking area at Inspiration Point (the overlook is not accessible).
FISHING BRIDGE
Camping - Concession-operated recreational vehicle park with full hookups.
Food Service - Fountain Service in Hamilton General Store.
Stores - Hamilton General Store.
Rest Rooms - Hamilton General Store and on the east side of the visitor center
(museum) parking lot with assistance.
Parking - On east side of visitor center parking lot.
Visitor Center (Museum) - Center portion of museum is accessible.
Amphitheater - At Visitor Center.
Laundry - In Camper Services Building at entrance to RV Park. No curb is cut at
this facility so assistance will be needed. No accessible rest rooms are
available in this building.
Scenic Areas near Fishing Bridge:
LeHardy Rapids (between Canyon and Fishing Bridge) - The trail from the north
parking lot is accessible and marked. No parking is designated.
Mud Volcano (between Canyon and Fishing Bridge) - Lower Loop is accessible,
including spur to Dragons Mouth. Start at north end of the parking lot. At
boardwalk junction beyond the Mud Volcano turn left and return to parking lot.
Lower Rest Rooms are accessible.
GRANT VILLAGE
Lodging - Twelve specially designed lodging units. Lodging Registration Building
is accessible.
Food Service - Restaurant and Snack Shop, Fast Food in Hamilton General Store.
Stores - Hamilton General Store, Gift Shop in Lodging Registration Building.
Rest Rooms - Hamilton Store, Restaurant, Visitor Center (with assistance),
Campground (Loop A).
Parking - In front of Lodging Registration Building, Restaurant, accessible
lodging facilities, Visitor Center, Post Office, and Hamilton General Store.
Visitor Center - Building is accessible.
Amphitheater - Best access is from Visitor Center.
Showers - Accessible showers are available at the Grant Village lodging units.
Go to Lodging Registration Building for information.
Laundry - In Camper Service Building on campground entrance road. No curb has
been cut for this facility so assistance will be required. No accessible rest
rooms exist in this building.
Post Office - Building is accessible.
Scenic Areas near Grant:
West Thumb - Information Station and upper loop are accessible. Lower loop has
grades up to 10%, but no steps. Accessible Rest Rooms are near the center of the
parking lot.
LAKE VILLAGE
Lodging - Five specially designed lodging units are available in the Sandpiper
Annex of the Lake Yellowstone Hotel. A wheelchair is available for assistance at
the Lake Yellowstone Hotel.
Food Service - Lake Hotel Dining Room and Lounge, and *Lake Lodge Cafeteria.
Stores - Hamilton General Store, Gift Shops in Lake Hotel and *Lake Lodge.
Rest Rooms - Outside Hamilton General Store, Lake Hotel and *Lake Lodge.
* No curb has been cut to access the Lake Lodge so assistance will be required.
Parking - In front of Sandpiper Annex of the Lake Yellowstone Hotel.
Medical - Hospital. No rest rooms are accessible for wheelchair users.
Post Office - Building is accessible.
MADISON
Camping - Accessible rest rooms in Loop A.
Amphitheater - At Madison Museum and Picnic Area with assistance.
Scenic Areas near Madison:
Terrace Springs (just north of Madison Junction) - All features accessible. A
steep grade exists in the middle of the loop which requires assistance.
MAMMOTH
Lodging - Available in the Aspen dormitory of the Mammoth Hotel during the
winter season only.
Food Service - Terrace Grill and Dining Room (accessible through Terrace Grill
entrance). There are no accessible rest rooms in the Dining Room, although rest
rooms are available in the adjoining Terrace Grill.
Stores - Gift Shop in Mammoth Hotel.
Rest Rooms - Visitor Center (third floor access via elevator at rear), Terrace
Grill, and Hotel lobby.
Parking - Next to the Terrace Grill. On the west side and rear of the visitor
center.
Visitor Center (Museum) - Access in rear with assistance. Press the call button
marked at the top of the ramp for assistance.
Medical - Clinic (accessible in rear). No accessible rest rooms are available.
Scenic Areas near Mammoth:
Mammoth Hot Spring Terraces - A great deal of the Mammoth Hot Spring Terraces
can be seen from your vehicle as you drive the main road and the Terrace Loop
Drive. Obtain interpretive brochure at the Albright Visitor Center. As you drive
up to the Terrace Loop Drive from the bottom of the terraces, there is a pullout
from which you can get a good view of Canary Springs.
NORRIS
Rest Rooms - In Geyser Basin Parking Area.
Parking - Closest space to museum.
Visitor Center (Museum) - The west half of the museum is accessible.
Amphitheater - At Norris Campground, with assistance.
Scenic Areas at Norris Geyser Basin:
Norris Geyser Basin - Portions of Porcelain Basin and the Back Basin are
accessible from the Norris Museum with some assistance required (because of
steep grades and side slopes). Consult the area brochure for route selection.
OLD FAITHFUL
Lodging - Eight specially designed lodging units are available in the Old
Faithful Inn. The Inn is accessible from the rear without assistance and from
the front with assistance. The Old Faithful Snowlodge has one accessible cabin.
Food Service - Old Faithful Inn Dining Room, Lounge and Snack Shop; Old Faithful
Lodge Cafeteria, Lounge, and Snack Bar; Four Seasons Snack Shop. No curb has
been cut for the Four Seasons Snack Shop so assistance will be required to
access the facility.
Stores - Upper and Lower Hamilton General Stores; Gift Shop in the Old Faithful
Inn, and Old Faithful Lodge, Photo Shop.
Rest Rooms - Visitor Center, Old Faithful Inn (one unisex unit), Old Faithful
Lodge (two unisex units).
Parking. Designated parking at the front and rear of the Old Faithful Inn, in
front of the Old Faithful Lodge, in front of the Snowlodge, Lower and Upper
Hamilton Stores, and opposite the Photo Shop (for the Visitor Center).
Visitor Center - Best access is from accessible parking opposite Photo Shop.
Ranger Station - Building is fully accessible.
Medical - Clinic is fully accessible.
Shower - An accessible public shower exists in one of the unisex bathrooms at
the Old Faithful Lodge.
Scenic Areas near Old Faithful:
Biscuit Basin (north of Old Faithful) - No curb cut, but no steps on the
boardwalk.
Black Sand Basin (just north of Old Faithful) - No curb cut, but no steps on the
boardwalk.
Firehole Lake Drive (between Old Faithful and Madison) - All thermal features
are accessible.
Old Faithful Area (Upper Geyser Basin) - Old Faithful geyser is accessible from
the Visitor Center. An accessible bike/pedestrian path leads from the Visitor
Center 1.5 miles to Morning Glory Pool - 3 miles round trip. This path is also
accessible from the Lower Hamilton General Store near Old Faithful Inn. Castle
Geyser and Crested Pool are only 0.2 miles from this point. This access also
reduces the round- trip distance to Morning Glory Pool to 2.4 miles.
TOWER-ROOSEVELT
Food Service - Roosevelt Lodge at Tower Junction, Hamilton Store at Tower Fall.
Stores - Hamilton General Store at Tower Fall.
Rest Rooms - Adjacent to Hamilton General Store at Tower Fall. Roosevelt Lodge
and Service Station at Tower Junction.
Parking - In front of Tower Fall Store and Roosevelt Lodge.
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