All shuttle buses, regardless of destination, are designed to move people around within the park - you’re not limited to staying on the bus in which you originally started. This is the system you want to take if you’re interested in a day hike, or just want to experience the park off the bus for awhile. When you’re ready to return, you can flag down any other shuttle bus going in your desired direction. Reboarding is on a seat-available basis, so be prepared to wait for a bus with ample seating (this may take up to an hour, so plan accordingly!).

Trips on the shuttle buses are informal. The drivers provide basic park and safety information, assist you in spotting wildlife along the road and answer questions, but do not provide formal narration.

Bring food and beverages with you! No food or drink is available once you depart the Wilderness Access Center. Rest stops occur at 1 – 1 ½ hour intervals throughout the trip.

All shuttle buses are GREEN. This is the only bus system which traverses the entire length of the 91-mile road and tickets are priced based on destination.

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CAMPER BUSES

Dedicated and specially configured (the rear seats have been removed to accommodate backpacks and bicycles), Camper Buses are used to transport visitors to campgrounds and/or backcountry units within the park.

Camper buses can carry two bikes on a space available basis. Check at the Reservation Desk at the Wilderness Access Center (WAC) to reserve space for bikes. Remember, cycling is limited to the park road only; off-road biking or biking on trails is strictly prohibited.

Camper buses may only be reserved in advance for those visitors with campground reservations or a backcountry permit.

• Camper bus reservations for backcountry users: Available in person at the WAC after obtaining a backcountry permit at the Backcountry Information Center, adjacent to the WAC.
• Camper bus reservations for campground users: Camper Bus Reservations may be made after campground sites are reserved.

Service: June 1 – September 17, 2009 (weather permitting). Prior to 6/1, backcountry users utilize regular shuttle buses after obtaining backcountry permit.