Research Permits in Yellowstone

Thank you for your interest in conducting research in Yellowstone National Park (YNP). Please contact the Research Permit Office at (307) 344-2234 prior to submitting a proposal so that your project can be discussed personally and you can get an early start on the permitting process.

The following index will help guide you through this web site and the permitting process for Yellowstone National Park.

Yellowstone National Park Research Permitting Policy

How to Apply for a New Research Permit in Yellowstone National Park
How Your Application for a Research Permit is Processed
• Conditions Under Which Research Permits are Granted

Curation Regulations and Material Transfer Responsibilities
Prepare to Work in Yellowstone
Field Ethics and Safety Brochure (749KB pdf)

Required Ranger Contacts Road Construction Closed Areas
Camping and Overnight Studies Park Housing and other Accomodations Proposed Yellowstone Wilderness
Area Maps (91KB PDF)
Stock Use