Getting to Yoho National Park
Yoho National Park sits in BC, Canada, with Golden the nearest town of any size — about 35.7 km (22.2 mi) out, or roughly 50 min of driving.
Drive times from Yoho National Park
Yoho National Park sits close enough to Banff National Park, Kootenay National Park, Glacier National Park, and Mount Revelstoke National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Banff National Park | 35.1 km (21.8 mi) | 49 min |
| Kootenay National Park | 65.1 km (40.5 mi) | 1 hr 22 min |
| Glacier National Park | 73.1 km (45.4 mi) | 1 hr 30 min |
| Mount Revelstoke National Park | 116 km (72.2 mi) | 2 hr 10 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Golden | 35.7 km (22.2 mi) | 50 min |
| Radium Hot Springs | 91.7 km (57 mi) | 1 hr 48 min |
| Invermere | 103 km (64 mi) | 1 hr 58 min |
| Revelstoke | 128 km (79.3 mi) | 2 hr 20 min |
| Nakusp | 158 km (98.2 mi) | 2 hr 46 min |
| Kaslo | 168 km (104 mi) | 2 hr 55 min |
| Elkford | 189 km (117 mi) | 3 hr 14 min |
| Kimberley | 196 km (122 mi) | 3 hr 20 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Yoho National Park?
Golden, about 35.7 km (22.2 mi) away — roughly 50 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Yoho National Park?
The practical bases are Golden, Radium Hot Springs, and Invermere — all within a reasonable drive of the park.