Madison Information Station and Trailside Museum
Snowy Yellowstone scene with a herd of bison along the Madison River near Madison Junction in Yellowstone National Park.
Winding river cuts through a grassy meadow with a dense pine forest in the distance, Yellowstone scenery near a visitor area.
+2 more

Madison Information Station and Trailside Museum

Visitor Centers
Last Updated: January 2026

Hours

Varies

Phone

307-344-7381

Highlights

Flush toilets, Trailside Museum, fishing permit sales.

Accessible

Yes

Overview

Stop If / Skip If

βœ… STOP IF: You need fishing permits, restrooms, or Junior Ranger info. ❌ SKIP IF: You want backcountry permits.

Why Visit

Get restrooms, fishing permits, and ranger programs along the Madison corridor.

Highlights

Best For

Permits, basic information, and restrooms.

Highlights

Flush toilets, Trailside Museum, fishing permit sales.

Hours

Varies

Parking Reality

Parking capacity varies; expect moderate traffic, especially during peak travel between Old Faithful and West Yellowstone

Permit Protocol

Backcountry permits are issued at Grant Village and Albright Visitor Center; fishing permits sold here

Facility Intel

Flush toilets indoors; potable water filling station near restrooms; public WiFi not available; cell service intermittent

Best Time to Visit

Year-round; mornings are quieter.

Seasonal Variations

Year-round

Tips

  • Fishing permits available here; pay by debit/credit.
  • Indoor flush toilets; potable water station nearby.
  • Cell service intermittent; plan ahead.
  • Park store on site for souvenirs and maps.
ℹ️ Data Sources
πŸ“– destinationyellowstone.com πŸ“– recreation.gov πŸ“– nps.gov πŸ“– yellowstone.org πŸ“– yellowstonepark.com πŸ“– yellowstone.co πŸ“– yellowstoneparknet.com πŸ“– yellowstonenationalparklodges.com πŸ“– quora.com πŸ“– grizzlyrv.com πŸ“– yellowstonevalleyinn.com πŸ“– reddit.com πŸ“ YourNPGuide Editorial

Information is compiled from official sources, verified traveler reviews, and editorial research. Learn how YourNPGuide works β†’