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Camping: Yellowstone NP 2009
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This information is directly from Yellowstone National Park Headquarters.
CAMPSITE RESERVATIONS
Xanterra Parks & Resorts operates campgrounds at Bridge Bay, Canyon, Fishing Bridge RV Park, Grant Village, and Madison. Same-day reservations can be made by calling: 307-344-7901. Future reservations can be made by calling: 307-344-7311 or 1-866-GEYSERLAND (439-7375), or by writing: Yellowstone National Park Lodges, PO Box 165, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190. Fishing Bridge RV Park is the only campground offering water, sewer, and electrical hookups, and it is for hard-sided vehicles only (no tents or tent-trailers are allowed).
Please make your reservations early and/or plan to secure your campsite as early in the day as possible. Campgrounds may fill by early morning, especially during peak season (early July—late August).
It is recommended that people driving recreational vehicles over 30' make a reservation since there are a limited number of campsites over 30' available in Yellowstone. Large RV sites are located at Flagg Ranch, Fishing Bridge RV Park, West Yellowstone and Gardiner.
CAMPSITE AVAILABILITY & RESERVATIONS
Availability is first-come, first serve at the following seven campgrounds in Yellowstone National Park: Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Mammoth, Norris, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek, and Tower Fall. Campgrounds may be filled by 11 a.m.; arrive early to obtain a site. Overnight camping of any type (tent, vehicle, or RV) outside designated campgrounds is not permitted.
This information is directly from Yellowstone National Park Headquarters.
CAMPSITE RESERVATIONS
Xanterra Parks & Resorts operates campgrounds at Bridge Bay, Canyon, Fishing Bridge RV Park, Grant Village, and Madison. Same-day reservations can be made by calling: 307-344-7901. Future reservations can be made by calling: 307-344-7311 or 1-866-GEYSERLAND (439-7375), or by writing: Yellowstone National Park Lodges, PO Box 165, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190. Fishing Bridge RV Park is the only campground offering water, sewer, and electrical hookups, and it is for hard-sided vehicles only (no tents or tent-trailers are allowed).
Please make your reservations early and/or plan to secure your campsite as early in the day as possible. Campgrounds may fill by early morning, especially during peak season (early July—late August).
It is recommended that people driving recreational vehicles over 30' make a reservation since there are a limited number of campsites over 30' available in Yellowstone. Large RV sites are located at Flagg Ranch, Fishing Bridge RV Park, West Yellowstone and Gardiner.
CAMPSITE AVAILABILITY & RESERVATIONS
Availability is first-come, first serve at the following seven campgrounds in Yellowstone National Park: Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Mammoth, Norris, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek, and Tower Fall. Campgrounds may be filled by 11 a.m.; arrive early to obtain a site. Overnight camping of any type (tent, vehicle, or RV) outside designated campgrounds is not permitted.
CAMPFIRES
Wood and charcoal fires are permitted only in locations with fire rings. Special fire restrictions are occasionally put in place when the danger of wildland fires is great. If you plan to light a fire in the park, please ask about current fire restrictions at the entrance station when you arrive.
Wood and charcoal fires are permitted only in locations with fire rings. Special fire restrictions are occasionally put in place when the danger of wildland fires is great. If you plan to light a fire in the park, please ask about current fire restrictions at the entrance station when you arrive.
The best link that I have found with a complete list of campgrounds, fees and even a short video is:http://www.yellowstonenationalpark.com
The best advice I can give to anyone tent camping is to show up early at the begginning of any week to see about getting a tent site at a non-reserveable cg. I last camped at Pebble Creek CG during the first week of August and it never ever filled up completely. It is located in the northeast corner of the park about 5 miles north of Lamar Valley. It is also the furthest cg from anything else in the park so we really planned out our sightseeing. And when there is a bear aong the road, traffic stops, forever, happy camping!
The best advice I can give to anyone tent camping is to show up early at the begginning of any week to see about getting a tent site at a non-reserveable cg. I last camped at Pebble Creek CG during the first week of August and it never ever filled up completely. It is located in the northeast corner of the park about 5 miles north of Lamar Valley. It is also the furthest cg from anything else in the park so we really planned out our sightseeing. And when there is a bear aong the road, traffic stops, forever, happy camping!
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