Saturday, May 23, 2026

Update: Yellowstone lifts several trail, backcountry campsite and fishing closures near Old Faithful following May 4 bear incident

Temporary trail, backcountry campsite, and fishing closures remain in effect northwest of the Old Faithful area following a bear incident earlier this month.
Emergency responders, including law enforcement, EMS personnel and interagency partners, responded to the scene and provided aid before transporting two male hikers, ages 15 and 28, from the area by helicopter.

Based on evidence collected so far, park staff believe a female grizzly bear with two or three cubs-of-the-year (cubs in their first year of life) were involved in the encounter. This incident remains under investigation, and there are no further details to share at this time.

Geyser basin boardwalk areas remain open.

Visitors are required to follow all posted closures. Entering closed areas can put both visitors and responders at risk.



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