Campsites in the Slough Creek Campground
Photo: NPS / Jacob W. Frank
About
Near some of the best wildlife watching opportunities in the park. Located at the end of a two-mile dirt road, this campground is best suited for tents and small RVs. There are plenty of hiking and fishing opportunities in the area, including the Slough Creek Trail which begins nearby. Nighttime offers a quiet, unimpeded view of the stars and the possibility of hearing wolves howl. Elevation: 6,250 ft (1905 m). This is a reservable campground run by the National Park Service.
Campsites
Location
GPS Coordinates -- N: 44.9488466 W:-110.3068792
Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190
Fees
Hours
The campground is typically only open during summer and early fall. Checkout time is 10 am. See exceptions for exact dates of operation.
Reservations
All sites are reservable on Recreation.gov.
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Located 5.5 miles (8.8 km) east of Tower-Roosevelt Junction, 2 miles down a dirt road.
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.
Accessibility
Paths/roads in the campground area are compacted gravel/dirt with limited gradient change.
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.
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14 sites at 30 feet (9.1 m). Sites may not be level.
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• Slough Creek Campground is generator-free. • Each campsite has a picnic table and fire pit with grate. • Food storage boxes measuring 48" x 22" x 22" are available for shared use. • 14 sites can accommodate RVs with maximum length of 30' (walk through first to assess sites).
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There is one accessible campsite at Slough Creek Campground.
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Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Limited Development Campground