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Just a note from one who lives at sea level (NJ) . . . elevations at YNP start high and go higher. Expect to feel more tired, plan to drink a lot of water, wear sunblock (i was there in the fall and although I always wore long sleeves the back of my hands got very sun burned), and you might even have some difficulty sleeping. That helps take up the night time entertainment.
If you have a full moon, or close to that, seeing some of the sights again at night is worthwhile. Get up with the sun and have an early start to your day. Just think its a couple hours later "back east!"
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Originally Posted by CPT Trips
Just a note from one who lives at sea level (NJ) . . . elevations at YNP start high and go higher. Expect to feel more tired, plan to drink a lot of water, wear sunblock (i was there in the fall and although I always wore long sleeves the back of my hands got very sun burned), and you might even have some difficulty sleeping. That helps take up the night time entertainment.
If you have a full moon, or close to that, seeing some of the sights again at night is worthwhile. Get up with the sun and have an early start to your day. Just think its a couple hours later "back east!"
Are the elevations higher than the Grand Canyon on the South Rim and why the difficulty sleeping?
Rita (aka NJGIRL)
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The lower areas of Yellowstone are about the same as, or a little lower than, the South Rim (give ot take 7000 feet) . . . but on average, Yellowstone is 8000 and it goes up from there.
Some folks experience sleep disturbances at those elevations, due to someewhat lower concentrations of oxygen in the air.
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The 2011 Summer Issue of Yellowstone Today has been released. Just do a search to find it. It contains information such as Ranger led programs and road closures for the summer season. A must for any Yellowstone visitor.
Dave aka: Altair
"Even though they're graceful when swimmin', it's hard to believe sailors thought they were women" - Manatee area, the Living Seas
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I really hadn't taken into consideration the elevations. We fly into Salt Lake City, and do a lot of driving between there, Hayden Valley, and Jackson Hole. We are also planning a tram ride while in Jackson Hole which will take us to the 10,000ft elevations. Here in NC our elevations are just barely 1/2 that at many of our highest points. But I'll push through knowing what I'm experiencing. I can't wait!!!
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