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The offer is not valid with the Interagency Annual Pass. If you are a holder of an Access Pass or Senior Pass (formerly known as Golden Access or Golden Age passes) you can receive a 50% discount off of established standard rates at Bridge Bay, Canyon, Grant and Madison Campgrounds. The offer is not valid for Fishing Bridge RV Park. You must show your pass at check-in to receive the discount on your site only. Otherwise you will be charged the prevailing standard rate. For more information about Interagency passes, please visit this page on the NPS website.

Yellowstone for Families Package

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A Unique Learning Adventure for Families

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The Yellowstone for Families Lodging & Learning package is designed for families with children (ages 8-12) who want to have a truly memorable experience in Yellowstone. Families will be led by a Yellowstone Forever field educator who handles all the logistics while ensuring everyone gets to see Yellowstone’s most popular features. This family learning adventure connects both children and adults to the Yellowstone experience through activities that integrate scientific observation, art, and more.

Each day, you will venture out with a Yellowstone Forever educator to learn about and explore a region of the park, while incorporating short, scenic hikes throughout the program. During the program, parents will help their children complete the requirements of the National Park Service‘s Junior Ranger Program, and the week will end with ceremonial presentation of Junior Ranger badges by a National Park Service ranger.

Most sightings of wildlife occur at a distance; the field educator will provide high-powered spotting scopes and binoculars for group use.

Activity Level – Hikes up to 3 miles per day with elevation gains up to 600 feet. Some off-trail hiking possible.

Lodging & Learning programs are offered in partnership with Yellowstone Forever.

Package Includes:

  • Four Nights atCanyon Lodge & Cabins
  • In-park transportation via a 14-passenger minibus
  • Most meals, to include: three dine-in breakfasts and three boxed to-go lunches
  • One welcome gift per participant
  • Exceptional educational programming with a Yellowstone Forever field educator
  • Junior Ranger booklet per child
  • Field equipment (as needed)

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Participants are welcome to check into the Canyon Lodge beginning at 4:00 p.m. Orientation meeting with Yellowstone Forever education staff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Education staff will review the program itinerary, discuss clothing and equipment needed for daily outings, and answer any questions participants may have.

  • Overnight at Canyon Lodge & Cabins

 

We will head out early for wildlife watching in Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley and over Dunraven Pass. We will travel along Yellowstone’s northern range in search of charismatic megafauna. Stops will vary based on where the most likely wildlife sightings are to be found. If time allows, we will hike in search of tracks and signs of wildlife while discussing ecology and wildlife behavior.

  • Breakfast at Canyon Eatery
  • Deli lunch in the field
  • Overnight at Canyon Lodge & Cabins

 

We will explore a myriad of captivating thermal features in the Old Faithful area and beyond. The field educator will introduce you to the exciting geology of the Yellowstone volcano and underground magma chamber, and we will learn how geysers, hot springs, mud pots, and fumaroles are formed. We will delve into the science behind the vivid colors surrounding the hot springs and the microscopic life found in them.

  • Breakfast at Canyon Eatery
  • Deli lunch in the field
  • Overnight at Canyon Lodge & Cabins

 

On the final day, we will explore and sightsee along the rims of the iconic Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. The field educator will lead hikers to locations where they can enjoy breathtaking views of the colorful canyon and its magnificent waterfall, then look for some of Yellowstone’s charismatic megafauna through Hayden Valley. We will then enjoy breathtaking mountain and lakeshore scenery along Yellowstone Lake. In the afternoon, children will be sworn in as Yellowstone Junior Rangers at a ceremony with a National Park Service Ranger.

  • Breakfast at Canyon Eatery
  • Deli lunch in the field
  • Overnight at Canyon Lodge & Cabins

 

Depart Canyon Lodge at your leisure before check-out time.

 

Yellowstone for Families Package Dates & Rates
Arrival DateDeparture DateOne Adult
Occupancy Rate,
Per Person		Two Adult
Occupancy Rate,
Per Person		Per Child Rate
(Age 8-12)		Per Family of Four Rate
(2 Adults, 2 Children
in one room)		Availability
May 26, 2025May 30, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Departed
June 2, 2025June 6, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Departed
June 9, 2025June 13, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Departed
June 16, 2025June 20, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Departed
June 23, 2025June 27, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Departed
June 30, 2025July 4, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Departed
July 7, 2025July 11, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Going Fast, Book Now
July 14, 2025July 18, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Almost Sold Out, Inquire Now
July 21, 2025July 25, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Almost Sold Out, Inquire Now
July 28, 2025August 1, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Almost Sold Out, Inquire Now
August 4, 2025August 8, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Almost Sold Out, Inquire Now
August 11, 2025August 15, 2025$3,059$2,069$1,079$6,289Almost Sold Out, Inquire Now

Terms & Conditions

Rates include taxes, fees, and gratuity. (Exception: The NPS Entrance fee is not included and Lodging & Learning packages do not include gratuity for Yellowstone Forever Field Educator and are at the discretion of the participants.) Rates, taxes, and fees subject to change and based on approved local, state, and NPS fees at the time of the session date. Availability at the time of booking may vary from what is shown above. Each session is limited to a maximum of 14 participants. A minimum of 4 participants is required for session to operate. Participants will be advised no later than 30 days prior to package start date if package minimum is not met. Minimum age to participate is 8 years old. Reservation policies.

What Guests Are Saying...

“Brittany was amazing! I don’t think there is a better guide out there. She planned an amazing and diverse trip for us, is extremely knowledgeable and every day there was a special activity that she introduced as well. We all said we missed her on Friday when we left and considered ourselves very fortunate to have met her.” – Peterson Family, RI

“The quality of the teaching was beyond stellar. We loved it, and my kids have not stopped talking about Sam and his wolf stories! Wildlife watching was definitely a highlight of our time. We loved learning about the animals of Yellowstone, the history of the wolves, and stories of the wolves’ lives in the packs as well as older rangers and some groundbreaking work they had done, including how they measured the depth of the Grand Prismatic!” – Julie, MD

“Amanda’s activities and stories were amazing. The sites obviously are breathtaking. But, her knowledge made the experience so much better for both myself and my children. Wonderful family tour.” – Anne, FL