Winter Pt. II causes delay in road openings in Yellowstone
JACKSON HOLE, Wyo. — Yellowstone had hoped to have select roads open by today but, as always, Mother Nature has the last say in this region.
Heavy spring snows received this week in Yellowstone National Park, has caused a delay in the opening of roads in the park. Crews are working to diligently clear nearly a foot of snow and remove large drifts from storms. Although progress has been made, the normal opening schedule will be altered.
Road crews will do their best to get West Entrance to Old Faithful and Mammoth Hot Springs to Norris open first. Perhaps sometime Friday. But with more snow on the way last night and today, it may be challenging to stay ahead of the plowing. Other road segments will open as conditions allow.
The road between the North Entrance, Mammoth Hot Springs and Northeast Entrance is open year-round.
The public should be prepared to alter park travel plans depending on weather conditions which could change rapidly. In-park services are extremely limited.
