Yellowstone National Park | 2021

For a brief few weeks in early spring the road from West Yellowstone, Montana, is open through Madison Junction and up north through the Norris Geyser Basin onto the north entrance entrance of the park. The road is plowed, and open to cyclists. Base layers, wind/waterproof jacket, gloves, and a beanie are a must. Once happily ensconced in weather attire, with your bear spray in an easily reached location happiness can ensue.

Cycling through the park in this unique and little known time is a must do experience for outdoor enthusiasts. There are only maintenance vehicles and park employees on the Is equals only coming across a handful of vehicles in several hours of the park. There are more wildlife encounters than people encounters. For a park that receives upwards of 4 million visitors a year, April 1st ish through April 15th ish are some of the quietest human free days in the park.