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Campground Overview

Introduction

Canyon Campground—elevation 7,900 feet (2408 m)—lies in a lodgepole pine forest at Canyon Village, south of the Washburn range and near the breath-taking Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. Canyon Village offers stores, restaurants, and lodging. Nearby hikes include Cascade Lake, Mount Washburn, and the Canyon Rim trails. Yellowstone National Park Lodges provides reservations for this campground.

Campsite Details

Reservable273

First Come First Serve0

Total Sites273

Group0

Horse0

Tent Only0

Electrical Hookups0

RV Only0

Walk/Boat To0

Other0

Operating Hours

The campground is only open during summer. Checkout time is 11 am. See exceptions for exact dates of operation.

Weather

Yellowstone's weather can vary greatly within a day and throughout the park. Snow can fall every month of the year. Summer highs reach 70–80°F (25–30°C) during the day, but nights can be cool (and it may freeze at higher elevations). During spring and fall, daytime highs range from 30–60°F (0–20°C), with overnight lows below freezing.

Amenities

Trash & Recycling Collection

Toilets

Showers

Cell Phone Reception

Laundry

Amphitheater

Dump Station

Staff or Host On-Site

Potable Water

Ice For Sale

Firewood For Sale

Food Storage Lockers

Directions

Located off the Grand Loop Road near Canyon Village and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.

Rates & Fees

$39.00

Nightly Fee

Rates do not include taxes or utility fees and are subject to change. Interagency Access and Senior Pass holders receive a 50% discount.

$10.00

Hiker/bicyclist Nightly Fee

This is the per-person cost for a hiker/bicyclist campsite for one night.

Rules & Regulations

Fire/Stove Policy

Wood and charcoal fires are permitted in this campground, though 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. Propane grills and stoves are normally not restricted.

Regulations Overview

Overnight camping or parking is only allowed in designated campgrounds or campsites. Campsite occupancy is limited to six people per site. Checkout time is 11 am. Camping is limited to 14 days from July 1 through Labor Day, and 30 days for the rest of the year. There is no stay limit at the Fishing Bridge RV Park. Unless posted otherwise, wood and charcoal fires are permitted in all campgrounds except the Fishing Bridge RV Park. Propane grills and stoves are usually unaffected by fire restrictions. All odorous items that may attract bears, including food, cooking gear, toiletries, and garbage, must be kept secured when not in use. Bear-proof storage boxes are available at many campsites. Where permitted, generators may only be operated from 8 am to 8 pm (60 dB limit). Generators are not permitted at Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek, or Tower Fall.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
Paths in the campground area are compacted gravel/dirt with limited gradient change.
Cell Phone Information
There is a cell phone tower near Canyon Village: check with your provider to verify coverage. The number of people in the busy summer months of July and August can overwhelm cellular circuits resulting in an inability to send or receive a call, text, or data.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
Campground sites that will accommodate a maximum combined length of 40-feet or more are limited. Most campsites in Yellowstone will not accommodate oversized units. Call Yellowstone National Park Lodges at 307-344-7311 (307-344-5395 for TDD services) for more information. When calling to make a reservation, be prepared to give the size of your tent (in feet) or the combined length of your RV and any other vehicles or towed vehicles.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Three accessible sites in Loop L, with an extended picnic table and a raised fire grate. Accessible restrooms are located near the accessible sites. (The camper services building is not accessible.)
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK

Additional Information

Price includes two showers per site per night.

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