GREAT FALLS — On Sunday, May 4, 2025, a 47-year-old man was injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park.
Park officials said in a news release that it happened at about 3:15 p.m. in the Lake Village area of the park.
The man, visiting from Florida, was gored by a bison after he approached it too closely, according to park staff.
The man sustained minor injuries and was treated by emergency medical personnel.
The incident is still being investigated; no other details have been released.
This is the first reported incident of a person injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park in 2025; there were two incidents reported in 2024 and one in 2023:
- Bison gores elderly woman in Yellowstone
- Tourist injured by a bison in Yellowstone
- Woman gored by a bison in Yellowstone
Park staff said in the news release that wildlife in Yellowstone National Park can be dangerous when approached.
When an animal is near a campsite, trail, boardwalk, parking lot, or in a developed area, give it space.
Stay more than 75 feet away from all large animals - bison, elk, bighorn sheep, deer, moose, and coyotes - and at least 300 feet away from bears and wolves.
If need be, turn around and go the other way to avoid interacting with a wild animal in proximity.
During mating season (rut) from mid-July through mid-August, bison can become agitated more quickly. Use extra caution and give them additional space during this time.
Bison are unpredictable and can run three times faster than humans.
