Governor Gordon Expresses Support for Phased Reopenings of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks

Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks announced this week that they will be reopening to the public under a phased approach that will begin Monday, May 18. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details.

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon, during his recent COVID-19 news conference, said that he supports the decision to open the parks in phases and wanted to thank both park superintendents for their collaborative and cooperative, phased approach to safely reopen these iconic destinations to visitors.

Gordon said that the decision to reopen both parks to visitors in phases was made after numerous conversations involving governors of nearby states, local officials and the superintendents of both parks.

Phase 1 of Yellowstone’s reopening will begin on Monday with the opening of the South and East entrances in Wyoming only. Visitors will be able to access the lower loop of the Grand Loop Road, as well as restrooms, self-service gas stations, trails and boardwalks. In Grand Teton National Park, primary road access will be available as well as public restrooms and day hiking on seasonally-accessible trails. Neither park will be offering overnight lodging or food service, and visitor centers will remain closed.