Albright Visitor Center

 

Explore Yellowstone’s history, learn about wildlife at home on the northern range, and get park orientation information.

NPS/Jim Peaco

 

This historic structure was built by the United States Army in 1909 as bachelor officers' quarters for the cavalry troops who protected the park before the creation of the National Park Service.

Exhibits help orient you to Yellowstone’s natural and cultural treasures, and provide information for a safe and enjoyable visit by visitors of all abilities.

 

Albright Visitor Center

Here you can gather park information, orient yourself to the rest of the park (including road conditions, and campground and lodge availability), shop for souvenirs, explore exhibits to learn more about the wildlife and history of Yellowstone, join a ranger program, pick up a fishing permit (fees are payable by debit or credit card), or use the restrooms. This visitor center also has free Wi-Fi.

Addresses

Physical Address

Grand Loop Road
Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 168
Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190

Directions

The Albright Visitor Center is located at Mammoth Hot Springs, five miles south of the North Entrance at the northern part of the upper loop of the Grand Loop Road. It is housed in one of the old stone buildings of Fort Yellowstone, a US Army fort built during the early days of the national park.

Hours & Seasons

• Every Day:9:00 AM–6:00 PM

Albright Visitor Center is located in the northern part of the park near the Mammoth Hot Springs terraces. Park information can be found on bulletin boards posted at the visitor center, as well as by using the NPS Yellowstone app.

Amenities

• Assistive Listening Systems
• Assistive Listening Systems - T-Coil Compatible
• Audio Description
• Automated Entrance
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Baby Changing Station
• Bear Spray Purchase/Rental
• Braille
• Elevator
• Entrance Passes For Sale
• Fishing Licenses Issued
• Gifts/Souvenirs/Books
• Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits
• Information
• Information - Maps Available
• Information - Park Newspaper Available
• Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present
• Information Kiosk/Bulletin Board
• Internet/WiFi Available
• Large Print
• Low-Vision Access
• Permits Issued
• Recycling
• Restroom
• Restroom - Accessible
• Sign Language Interpreter
• Tactile Exhibit
• Trash/Litter Receptacles
• Water - Bottle-Filling Station
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Wheelchairs Available

Contact Information

Email Address

Send this visitor center an email

Phone Numbers

• Voice phone number
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Image Gallery

A large, brown, wooden sign stands in front of a two-story, stone building.

Front of the Albright Visitor Center
NPS/Jim Peaco

 

Visitor Services

• Orientation area with interactive displays offers enhanced trip planning information.
• Exhibits illustrate the relationships of Yellowstone wildlife to each other and their home in this mountain landscape.
• Park rangers give educational talks and tours throughout the year.
• Backcountry camping, boating, and fishing permits are available downstairs in the Mammoth Backcountry Office.
• Yellowstone Forever operates a bookstore in the visitor center.

 

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