Yellowstone climate is generally influenced by its various altitudes, so be sure to consider your particular plan when pondering things to pack. Merrell Moab Ventilator Hiking Shoe. Your shoes are the most important piece of your wardrobe when planning a trip to Yellowstone. Generally speaking, a pair of hiking shoes like these Merrell ventilated shoes , will work well for most seasons.
Check out more hiking shoe and boot options! Chaco Classic Athletic Sandal. For more ideas, you can also check out our favorite outdoor sandals! Even though it may be warm out, longer bottoms or even specific hiking pants could be your best option for a day of hiking in a National Park. Long pants will save your calves and ankles from unruly branches that may want to scratch and scrape at you.
These pants by Eddie Bauer have handy roll-up ankles so if you do get a bit warm, you can change them to the shorter length to allow your ankles to breathe.
Choose pants that are moisture-wicking and quick-drying, in case you get caught in unpredictable weather. If you do prefer shorts, or maybe even a skort , look for ones with handy pockets. T-shirts can be layered in all weather situations, get one with moisture-wicking properties, like this Columbia t-shirt , to stay extra cool.
You may also want to consider a fleece jacket as an additional layer, especially around sunrise and sunset, as the weather can change by a few degrees, no matter what the season.
Fleece is super easy to roll up and stuff inside your backpack without worrying about it getting creased you could even pop it in a packing cube. Check out some fleece travel jackets here! Water bottle Binoculars — Optional. High-quality binoculars are provided for each traveler, but if you have a personal pair you like, you are invited to bring them. Sunglasses With U. Insect repellent and anti-itch ointment — Repellents containing DEET are most effective against mosquitoes, but please be aware that DEET is a very strong chemical that can damage plastics, clothing and equipment.
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Sign Up for Emails. Our weekly eNewsletter highlights new adventures, exclusive offers, webinars, nature news, travel ideas, photography tips and more. Request Your Catalog. Privacy Policy. As far as pants are concerned, I find jeans a little restricting if I want to hike in places more than a mile. The same goes for shorts. I find Mountain Hardware clothes very good for this type of activity. You can go from sightseeing in a quick downpour and be dry at your next stop.
Keep yoursellf in layers. I find myself wearing a jacket in the morning and stripped down to my short sleeve shirt by mid afternoon, only to end up in the first scenerio by sun fall. I would echo the point about layers, that's important. We were there in July and saw all kinds of temps.
Most of our days were sunny and mild in the 60's, sometimes warmer but the nights would definitely cool off, usually dipping into the 40's and sometimes lower. We woke up to light snow one morning. I believe it was July 7th.
It could also cloud up quickly and cool off, and while hiking in higher elevations the combination of breeze, height, clouds, etc.
We leave the cotton at home and pack the synthetic clothing that's easy to layer and get on and off. The kind of stuff you can find at REI or other outdoor stores, but you can also get cheaply at Target, etc. I don't think I wore shorts the entire time, I had those convertible nylon trail pants but kept them long.
On a typical day I'd start with a short-sleeve shirt as a base layer, a long sleeve-shirt over that, and a fleece. Usually the fleece would come off and the sleeves would get rolled up when we were hiking. And always have a rain jacket and something warm for your head handy. I would stress that, it's a Yellowstone cliche at this point but true: even if you wake up and it's warm and sunny, the weather can change dramatically out there. Hope this isn't too much information! And if you do bring an inflatable kayak, I recommend you also get life jackets and these super comfy deluxe and inflatable seats.
It covers entrance for a driver and all passengers in a personal vehicle or up to 4 adults at sites that charge per person. First of all, you can fit so much more in a carryon sized bag if you roll your clothes in these awesome cubes. Second of all, they keep everything so organized. Just slide them into a dresser drawer in your cabin or hotel room. No more rifling through all of your clothing to find a particular item.
Get your packing cubes on Amazon here. But nobody wants a tepid soda on a warm day or a room temperature sandwich. So plan ahead and pack this killer cooler bag. Get one on Amazon here. What to bring to Yellowstone?
This is also car camping so put this on your Yellowstone camping packing list for sure. We were on a beautiful hike to Fairy Falls in Yellowstone last summer when I managed a nasty gash on my shin by tripping over an upturned root. And I did not have my first aid kit in the daypack!
So annoying to be hiking with blood running down my leg. Toss this lightweight little kit in your backpack. This one covers all the basics and takes up minimal space. You can get it on Amazon here. One of the easiest ways to reduce waste is to stop buying all those plastic water bottles.
These water bottles are dishwasher safe, durable, and BPS-free. Get your Camelbak on Amazon here. It comes with a USB cable, travel pouch, and warranty.
You can get yours on Amazon here. Click here for your new favorite towel. You can get travel-sized hand sanitizer here on Amazon. Yellowstone in August is warm but gorgeous. I definitely recommend a fleece jacket for cool or windy evenings. This Columbia jacket fits the bill with two secure zippered pockets and a classic fit.
Get this cozy fleece on Amazon here. To continue with the layering theme, bring a lightweight rain shell. This is one of the things you need for Yellowsotne.
This one is perfect as it even has a hood! Get it on Amazon here. Swimming in Yellowstone? Yes, you can! In addition to hotel pools, there are two areas within the park you can swim in: Boiling River near Mammoth and Firehole River which is cooler. Personally, I love the look of the ruched tummy in this one-piece suit.
You can buy it on Amazon here. You can get a pair here on Amazon. Exposed hikes can make for unpleasant sunburns. And nobody wants that on the first day of vacation! So wear your sunscreen see below and protect your shoulders. Order some on Amazon here. Yellowstone hiking essentials include a sun hat. And Columbia is one of my favorite companies for outdoor gear.
So take along this awesome hat for your personal shade! There are no parabens or icky chemicals. Plus, there is no oxybenzone…which is why I take it on snorkeling adventures. Oxybenzone kills coral. It was even outlawed recently in Hawaii! Buy it on Amazon here. SmartWool socks are incredible for hiking! They wick away moisture, are warm when they need to be, and are super breathable, making them a great footwear solution for any kind of weather.
If you have low profile hiking shoes or tennis shoes , these socks will work just fine. You can get SmartWool socks here on Am a zon. A prepared visitor is a happy visitor so plan ahead with the right clothing, hiking books, and accessories.
The average temperature in Yellowstone depends upon the time of year. In spring and fall, temps range from 30 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
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