Yellowstone's Snowmobile Paperwork Stays the Same This Winter
Published Date: 3/30/2026
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Summary
The National Park Service is renewing its paperwork rules for snow coaches and snowmobiles in Yellowstone without any changes. This affects tour operators who must keep reporting and recordkeeping as before, with no new fees or deadlines beyond the April 29, 2026 comment period. It’s all about keeping things smooth and safe on the snowy trails!
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Monthly OSV Reporting Continues
If you operate snow coaches or snowmobiles commercially in Yellowstone, you must keep filing NPS Form 10-650, the "OSV Monthly Use Report," as before. The renewal keeps the current paperwork requirements (OMB Control Number 1024-0266) with an estimated 87 annual respondents, 30 minutes to 2 hours per response, and a total annual burden of 146 hours.
Emission and Guide Requirements Remain
All over-snow vehicles (snowmobiles and snow coaches) operating in Yellowstone must meet air and sound emission standards and be accompanied by a guide. The renewed information collection helps confirm compliance with those emission and sound standards, daily transportation event limits, and group-size limits.
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