Gas available in Yellowstone?
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From: Florence, MT (Bitterroot Valley)
You're not going to have any problem finding gas. I ride that route at least once a year. But do get an early start, and have your cold weather gear. We rolled out of Cody a couple of years ago into East Yellowstone on or about the 10th of August and it was in the high 20's. Be prepared.
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Road Master
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From: Texas
Soooooooooooo, if you're in a cager traffic jam stopped looking at the wildlife, and a bull buffalo comes charging at you and you put a couple of caps in him.... do you spend the rest of your vacation behind bars???
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From: Utah
The buffalo near the road are generally going to be more or less accustomed to humans and their machines. While I wouldn't want go pestering a buffalo (of either sex) I would be quite surprised at an unprovoked attack. With that being said, you make a good point about dealing with traffic. If you're in an area with potentially dangerous wildlife (and I would include buffalo here) make sure to leave yourself an adequate escape route.
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Road Master
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From: Texas
Does this not apply to Yellowstone????
February 22, 2010|By Julie Cart
A federal law taking effect Monday may alter the standard checklist for many Americans as they pack to visit their national parks: insect repellent, snacks, hiking boots . . . double-barreled shotgun.
Visitors now can pack heat in any national park from Gates of the Arctic to Everglades, provided they comply with the firearms laws of the park's home state, according to the new law that was passed as an amendment to credit-card legislation.
The law, passed by Congress in May, reverses 94 years of National Park Service policy that generally allowed visitors to transport unloaded, disassembled weapons in the trunks of their cars. It applies not only to national parks, but also to national wildlife refuges.
February 22, 2010|By Julie Cart
A federal law taking effect Monday may alter the standard checklist for many Americans as they pack to visit their national parks: insect repellent, snacks, hiking boots . . . double-barreled shotgun.
Visitors now can pack heat in any national park from Gates of the Arctic to Everglades, provided they comply with the firearms laws of the park's home state, according to the new law that was passed as an amendment to credit-card legislation.
The law, passed by Congress in May, reverses 94 years of National Park Service policy that generally allowed visitors to transport unloaded, disassembled weapons in the trunks of their cars. It applies not only to national parks, but also to national wildlife refuges.
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From: Wayzata MN
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Gas is usually expensive in the park. Try to top off before entering the Park.
As said before, do not speed.
Also, be prepared for cagers to stop at any time and anywhere.
Yes, Buffalo will be on the roads. Change speeds and they can not adjust their charge.
Drop me a PM if you want a spot to stay in the Tetons for a few days. I have a condo in Driggs on the Idaho side. Sleeps six. $125 per night.
As said before, do not speed.
Also, be prepared for cagers to stop at any time and anywhere.
Yes, Buffalo will be on the roads. Change speeds and they can not adjust their charge.
Drop me a PM if you want a spot to stay in the Tetons for a few days. I have a condo in Driggs on the Idaho side. Sleeps six. $125 per night.
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From: Kelowna BC
As other have said be prepared for all types of weather. Take your time through the park it is amazing. Went through last summer the buffalo weren't a concern but the Grizzly that the traffic stopped to watch had me spooked a bit.