Dodging Danger: New Video Shows Child Barely Escaping Yellowstone Bison Charge

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A heart-pounding new video has captured yet another dangerously close encounter between a tourist and a wild bison at Yellowstone National Park—just weeks after a grandfather was tossed into the air in a similar incident.

The dramatic footage, captured on July 28 by park visitor Brittany Peteler and shared via Storyful, shows a group of adults and children strolling along a wooden boardwalk while a massive bison grazes just feet away.

Instead of backing off when the majestic creature turns in their direction, one child makes a split-second decision to sprint right past the animal. Reacting instantly, the bison briefly charges after the child as horrified onlookers shout in the background:

> *"Go back! Do not go towards him! Go away from him!"*

Fortunately, the child managed to scramble to safety unharmed, but the incident serves as a chilling reminder of the wild, unpredictable nature of national park animals.

### How Close is Too Close? Yellowstone's Official Wildlife Rules

Every year, visitors are injured or hospitalized after getting dangerously close to wildlife for photos or videos. To keep both humans and animals safe, Yellowstone National Park enforces strict distance rules:

* **25 Yards (75 feet / ~2 Bus Lengths):** The minimum required distance from **bison, elk, deer, and most other wildlife**.

* **100 Yards (300 feet / ~1 Football Field):** The mandatory distance required for apex predators like **bears, wolves, and cougars**.

When exploring wild spaces, remember: if an animal reacts to your presence, you are already too close. Always give wildlife

room to roam!

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