Roger10378 wrote:
Your idea that Yellowstone will be less busy after labor day is a dream. We were there in mid Sept. this year and it was very busy. If people would just obey the rules and not block the road when they stop to see the wildlife it would be much better. It is not uncommon to get a 20 minute back up because of a small group of some animal. You have your reservations already so enjoy the park.
Yeah, that was meant as a tongue in cheek kind of comment. The date is more a function of when we can go than it is any expectation of smaller crowds. Doesn't hurt to be optimistic though!