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Boating in Yellowstone can be a fun and rewarding experience. You need to be aware of specific dangers that are inherent in the waters and being on the waters of Yellowstone National Park. All rivers, streams and lakes are at high altitude and thaw late in the spring or summer. They are fed mainly by snow melt and water temperatures are very cold in both spring and summer. The danger of hypothermia is very real and needs to always be considered on any boating adventure. Individuals have lost their lives while boating in the park, even while wearing personal floatation devices, due to hypothermia.
The second thing to be aware of and consider, are storms and winds. The winds on Yellowstone's Lakes can be and usually are very strong or harsh almost daily. Thunderstorms materialize very quickly, the weather is very unpredictable. Please do not attempt to cross lakes in small water crafts - rowboats or canoes. The weather and wind may be calm and nice when you start on the water, but storms can appear quickly with no warning, putting your life and anyone with you in danger.
It is recommended that you travel early in the morning and stay within 100 yards of the shore. There is usually less wind activity during the morning and if a storm appears, you can head for shore and cover. Use the afternoon and evening hours to explore inland.
A permit is required for all vessels and must be obtained in person at any of the following locations:
Bridge Bay Marina
Grant Village Backcountry Office
Lake Ranger Station
Lewis Lake Campground
South Entrance
Non-motorized boating permits only are available at:
Bechler Ranger Station
Canyon Backcountry Office
Lewis Lake Ranger Station
Mammoth Backcountry Office
Northeast Entrance
Old Faithful Backcountry Office
West Entrance
Boating Fees
Motorized Vessels
$ 20.00 Annual
$ 10.00 Ten (10) Days
Non-motorized Vessels
$ 10.00 Annual
$ 5.00 Ten (10) Days
A Coast Guard Approved "wearable" personal floatation device is required for each person boating.
Boat Rentals and Dock Rental
Boat rentals are offered at Bridge Bay Marina - canoes, rowboats and motorized vessels can be rented. There is also dock rental space available at Bridge Bay Marina. Scenic cruises and guided fishing trips are also available at Bridge Bay. Please contact Amfac for more information Guided Fishing Trips or Scenic Cruises call:
Phone: 307-344-7311 ~ Fax: 307-344-7456
| Activity | Start | End | Duration | Adult Fee (12+) | Youth Fee (2-11) | Toddler Fee (under 2) |
| Scenic Cruise | 04 Jun | 19 Sep | 1 Hour | $ 10.00 * | $ 6.50 * | Free |
* plus 6% tax
| Dates | Times |
| Jun 04 - Jun 07 | 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM - 4:15 PM |
| Jun 08 - Jun 15 | 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM - 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM - 4:15 PM - 6:15 PM |
| Jun 16 - Aug 05 | 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM - 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM - 4:15 PM - 7:15 PM |
| Aug 06 - Aug 12 | 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM - 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM - 4:15 PM - 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM |
| Aug 13 - Sep 19 | 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM - 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM - 4:15 PM |
| Activity | Start | End | Number of People | Boat Length | Duration | Fee |
| Guided Fishing Trip | 15 Jun | 12 Sep | 6 | 22 Foot | 2 hours | $ 122.00 * |
* Price is $ 62.00 an hour, with a two (2) hour minimum. Plus a 6% tax.
| Activity | Start | End | Number of People | Boat Length | Duration | Fee |
| Guided Fishing Trip | 15 Jun | 12 Sep | 6 | 34 Foot | 2 hours | $ 160.00 * |
Price is $ 80.00 per hour, with a two (2) hour minimum. Plus a 6% tax.
The Guided Fishing Trip Includes: boat, guide, fishing gear for three people, life vests, gas, cleaning fish. Dining room will prepare fish if the fish are delivered to the dining room at least an hour before the dining room opens.
The Guided Fishing Trip does not include a park permit ($ 10.00 for ten (10) days or $ 20.00 for the season) to fish. The fishing permit must be obtained or purchased before the trip. See the Fishing Page for permit information and fees.
| Activity | Start | End | Fee Per Hour |
| Boat Shuttle Service | 04 Jun | 19 Sep | $ 62.00 * |
* Plus 6% tax
| Boat Rental | Start | End | Duration | Fee | Comments |
| Canoe | 15 Jun | 12 Sep | Day | $ 40.00* | For Backcountry Use Only |
| 16' Rowboat | 15 Jun | 12 Sep | Hour | $ 8.00* | $ 36.00* for 8 hours - $ 7.00* each hour over 8 / $ 46.00* Over night |
| 18' Outboard | 15 Jun | 12 Sep | Hour | $ 37.00* |
* Plus 6% tax
16' Rowboat - For 2 to 4 people - Price includes oars and life jackets. Deposit required. NO Advance Reservations Accepted.
18' Outboard (motorboat) - 40 hp Electric Start Outboard. For 2 to 6 people. Price includes gas and life jackets. Deposit reguired. NO Advanced Reservations Accepted.
Please Note: No reservations are taken - Boat Rental is by first come, first served.
| Start | End | Boat Length | Duration | Fee | Comments |
| 28 May | 19 Sep | 20 foot | Day | $ 20.00 | Plus 6% tax |
| 20 foot | Month | $ 215.00 | Plus 6% tax | ||
| 20 foot | Season | $ 595.00 | Plus 6% tax |
* Plus 6% tax
Please Note: Fees vary by boat length. You can get more information or make reservations by calling Bridge Bay Marina: 307-242-3876.
