Well, it’s official: the seasons have changed in Yellowstone. The interior Yellowstone park roads closed this morning at 8 am, to allow time for snow to accumulate for over snow vehicles. It’s an annual tradition for us to drive the lower loop just before the road closes, to say goodbye to the thermals and enjoy the emptiness of the park this time of year. We made a little video so you could follow along. See if you can spot the grizzly tracks in the thermal mat!

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Follow along on a drive through Yellowstone before the park roads close for the season

Video © Jenny Golding.