MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY — A 30-year-old man from Randolph, New Jersey, was injured Tuesday morning after being gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park’s Upper Geyser Basin near Old Faithful.
The incident occurred at approximately 9:45 a.m. when a group of visitors approached a bison too closely, prompting the animal to charge. The man sustained minor injuries and received on-site treatment from emergency medical personnel before being transported for further care.
Park officials have launched an investigation into the encounter. “The incident is currently under investigation, and no further details are available at this time,” officials said in a statement. No photos or videos of the event have been released.
This marks the second bison-related injury reported in Yellowstone this year. The first incident occurred on May 7. In previous years, two bison incidents were recorded in 2024, and one in 2023.
Yellowstone warns visitors to maintain safe distances
Yellowstone National Park reminds visitors that wild animals, including bison, are unpredictable and can pose serious dangers if approached. Officials advise staying at least 25 yards away from large animals such as bison, elk, moose, and deer, and 100 yards from predators like bears and wolves.
“Bison will defend their space when threatened and have injured more people in Yellowstone than any other animal,” park officials said. Bison can reach speeds three times faster than humans, making close encounters particularly risky.
The park continues to emphasize the importance of respecting wildlife and maintaining proper distances to ensure both visitor and animal safety.
