Top 3 National Parks near Yellowstone National Park

In this article, I will let you know top 4 national parks near Yellowstone National Park. I also added a map of national parks near Yellowstone National Park on Google Maps at the end of the article

Top 3 national parks near Yellowstone National Park

  1. Grand Teton National Park ~300 miles (5 hours drive)
  2. Glacier National Park ~380 miles (5 hours 30 minutes drive)
  3. Badlands National Park ~550 miles (10 hours drive)

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Top 3 National Parks near Yellowstone National Park

1. Grand Teton National Park (Wyoming)

  • Distance: About 10 miles south of Yellowstone’s southern entrance.
  • Highlights: Towering peaks of the Teton Range, alpine lakes, Snake River, and abundant wildlife like moose, bears, and elk.
  • Activities: Hiking, climbing, boating, and photography.

2. Glacier National Park (Montana)

  • Distance: Approximately 380 miles northwest of Yellowstone.
  • Highlights: Dramatic mountain landscapes, glaciers, alpine meadows, and the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road.
  • Activities: Scenic drives, hiking, and wildlife spotting.

3. Badlands National Park (South Dakota)

  • Distance: Roughly 500 miles east of Yellowstone.
  • Highlights: Unique eroded landscapes, fossil beds, and mixed-grass prairies.
  • Activities: Hiking and photography.

Map of national parks near Yellowstone National Park

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