Yellowstone National Park has been a very popular adventure tour destination for decades. Its geysers, mountains, lakes and canyons, teaming with spring and summer wildlife, birds and wildflowers, glorious autumn colors and astounding winter snowscapes just shouldn’t be missed. Some people take Yellowstone tours time and time again.

But to get the most out of your Yellowstone adventure tours, you have to know how to dress. And what to pack.

The elevation of Yellowstone is quite high – an average of 7,500 feet – which means it’s cooler than some other vacation spots, and can get downright cold at night. June through September the highs average from just below 70 degrees to nearly 80, but the evening low will probably be in the 40s.  So …

• Layers are important. The mornings and evenings will be cool, but it will be much warmer during the day.  
• For light, easy to carry and pack layers, I would suggest silk gloves, socks and t-shirts. Silk insulates for both heat and cold, is light, not bulky, non-chaffing,     and absorbs moisture. Silk garments will also roll into a small ball in your bag so you can easily carry them with you on your outings. Very popular with outdoor sports enthusiasts and, these days, not expensive. 
• Raingear – June can be quite rainy, July and August are drier but afternoon rain is not uncommon. Your best bet is a rain parka – they fold up into a small square that’s easy to pack in your suitcase and to take with you on excursions.

Winter speaks for itself – hey, it’s winter. Winter dressing for Yellowstone tours isn’t much different than winter dressing anywhere. But do follow the guidelines above for spring and summer.

Check out our Yellowstone tours and adventure travel tour packages – they’re inexpensive, and will be one of the most eventful but relaxing vacations ever!