Yellowstone Camping & Campground Reservations
Compare every Yellowstone campground for the 2026 season, including opening dates, fees, site counts, RV limits, reservation providers, and the practical differences between NPS and Yellowstone National Park Lodges campgrounds.
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Yellowstone National Park Camping Reservations
Yellowstone has 11 established campgrounds with more than 2,000 campsites. All campsites require advance reservations except limited first-come, first-served stays at Mammoth from October 15 through April 1. Five campgrounds use Yellowstone National Park Lodges in 2026; 6 use Recreation.gov.
All 11 Yellowstone National Park Campgrounds
Compare the published 2026 season below. A campground guide links to the official provider; a snapshot is not a reservation.
Bridge Bay
Yellowstone Lake
- 2026 season
- May 15–Sep 13
- Fee
- $38 + tax
- Reservations
- Up to 13 months ahead
- Provider
- Yellowstone National Park Lodges
- Equipment
- 60 ft combined
Canyon
Canyon Village
- 2026 season
- May 29–Sep 19
- Fee
- $45 + tax
- Reservations
- Up to 13 months ahead
- Provider
- Yellowstone National Park Lodges
- Equipment
- 40 ft combined
Fishing Bridge RV Park
Yellowstone Lake
- 2026 season
- May 8–Oct 17
- Fee
- $94 + tax
- Reservations
- Up to 13 months ahead
- Provider
- Yellowstone National Park Lodges
- Equipment
- 95 ft combined
Grant Village
Yellowstone Lake
- 2026 season
- June 26–September 26, 2026; 2027 dates not verified
- Fee
- $45 + tax
- Reservations
- 2026: Lodges; summer 2027: Recreation.gov
- Provider
- Yellowstone National Park Lodges (2026)
- Equipment
- 50 ft combined vehicle/equipment length
Madison
West Yellowstone
- 2026 season
- May 1–Oct 17
- Fee
- $38 + tax
- Reservations
- Up to 13 months ahead
- Provider
- Yellowstone National Park Lodges
- Equipment
- 60 ft combined
Indian Creek
Northwest
- 2026 season
- Jun 12–Sep 14
- Fee
- $20
- Reservations
- Rolling 6 months
- Provider
- Recreation.gov
- Equipment
- 35 ft combined
Lewis Lake
South entrance
- 2026 season
- Jun 15–Oct 11
- Fee
- $20
- Reservations
- Rolling 6 months
- Provider
- Recreation.gov
- Equipment
- 25 ft combined
Mammoth
North entrance
- 2026 season
- Open year-round
- Fee
- $25
- Reservations
- Reservations Apr 15–Oct 15; winter first-come
- Provider
- Recreation.gov
- Equipment
- 45 ft summer / 30 ft winter
Pebble Creek
Northeast
- 2026 season
- Closed
- Fee
- —
- Reservations
- Closed for flood recovery
- Provider
- National Park Service
- Equipment
- Long pull-throughs
Slough Creek
Northeast
- 2026 season
- Jun 15–Oct 12
- Fee
- $20
- Reservations
- Rolling 6 months
- Provider
- Recreation.gov
- Equipment
- 30 ft; assess access first
Tower Fall
Northeast
- 2026 season
- May 22–Sep 27
- Fee
- $20
- Reservations
- Rolling 6 months
- Provider
- Recreation.gov
- Equipment
- 30 ft; hairpin curve
| Campground | 2026 season | Fee | Reservations | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge BayYellowstone Lake | May 15–Sep 13 | $38 + tax | Up to 13 months aheadYellowstone National Park Lodges | 60 ft combined |
| CanyonCanyon Village | May 29–Sep 19 | $45 + tax | Up to 13 months aheadYellowstone National Park Lodges | 40 ft combined |
| Fishing Bridge RV ParkYellowstone Lake | May 8–Oct 17 | $94 + tax | Up to 13 months aheadYellowstone National Park Lodges | 95 ft combined |
| Grant VillageYellowstone Lake | June 26–September 26, 2026; 2027 dates not verified | $45 + tax | 2026: Lodges; summer 2027: Recreation.govYellowstone National Park Lodges (2026) | 50 ft combined vehicle/equipment length |
| MadisonWest Yellowstone | May 1–Oct 17 | $38 + tax | Up to 13 months aheadYellowstone National Park Lodges | 60 ft combined |
| Indian CreekNorthwest | Jun 12–Sep 14 | $20 | Rolling 6 monthsRecreation.gov | 35 ft combined |
| Lewis LakeSouth entrance | Jun 15–Oct 11 | $20 | Rolling 6 monthsRecreation.gov | 25 ft combined |
| MammothNorth entrance | Open year-round | $25 | Reservations Apr 15–Oct 15; winter first-comeRecreation.gov | 45 ft summer / 30 ft winter |
| Pebble CreekNortheast | Closed | — | Closed for flood recoveryNational Park Service | Long pull-throughs |
| Slough CreekNortheast | Jun 15–Oct 12 | $20 | Rolling 6 monthsRecreation.gov | 30 ft; assess access first |
| Tower FallNortheast | May 22–Sep 27 | $20 | Rolling 6 monthsRecreation.gov | 30 ft; hairpin curve |
Fees exclude taxes where noted. Site counts and operating dates come from official 2026 park information and remain subject to change.
Booking Yellowstone for 2027
The operator confirms that summer 2027 bookings for Bridge Bay, Canyon, Grant, Madison and Fishing Bridge move to Recreation.gov, approximately six months ahead. The previous 13-month camping release rule must not be used to calculate a 2027 booking date.
Exact release dates, 2027 fees and campground seasons are not verified here. Start with the official provider transition notice, then follow its booking directions. Read the Grant Village planning guide for published facilities and equipment limits.
How to Book a Campsite
- Bridge Bay, Canyon, Fishing Bridge RV Park, Grant Village, and Madison are reserved through Yellowstone National Park Lodges for the 2026 season.
- Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Mammoth, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek, and Tower Fall are listed through Recreation.gov; Pebble Creek remains closed for flood recovery.
- Yellowstone National Park Lodges opens inventory up to 13 months ahead on the 5th of each month. Beginning with summer 2027, its 5 campgrounds move to Recreation.gov with approximately 6-month booking windows.
- Official operating dates and fees can change, so confirm them with the booking provider before travel.
Choose the Right Part of the Park
- Yellowstone Lake: Bridge Bay, Grant Village, Fishing Bridge RV Park, and Lewis Lake work well for lake access and the park’s southern loop.
- Central and west: Canyon and Madison provide practical bases for geyser basins, waterfalls, and cross-park drives.
- North and northeast: Mammoth, Indian Creek, Tower Fall, Slough Creek, and Pebble Creek favor wildlife viewing and the northern range; Pebble Creek is closed in 2026.
RV, Tent & Campground Rules
Car camping and overnight vehicle parking are prohibited outside designated campgrounds.
Fishing Bridge RV Park is the only Yellowstone campground with water, sewer, and electrical hookups, and it accepts hard-sided vehicles only.
Most sites cannot accommodate oversized units. Reserve using the combined vehicle and equipment length you will actually bring.
From July 1 through Labor Day, the general stay limit is 14 nights across Yellowstone campgrounds; provider-specific exceptions may apply.
Yellowstone National Park Camping FAQ
What changes for Yellowstone camping reservations in 2027?
The operator confirms that Bridge Bay, Canyon, Fishing Bridge RV Park, Grant and Madison move to Recreation.gov for the summer 2027 camping season, with reservations approximately six months ahead. Do not apply the old 13-month rule to these 2027 stays. Confirm exact releases with the provider.
How many campgrounds are in Yellowstone?
Yellowstone has 11 established campgrounds with more than 2,000 campsites. Pebble Creek remains closed in 2026 for flood recovery.
Do Yellowstone campgrounds require reservations?
Yes, except limited first-come, first-served winter camping at Mammoth from October 15 through April 1.
Where do you book Yellowstone campgrounds in 2026?
Five campgrounds use Yellowstone National Park Lodges and 6 are listed through Recreation.gov or NPS. The provider is shown in the comparison table.
Can you sleep in a car in Yellowstone?
Only within a designated campsite appropriate for your vehicle. Overnight parking or car camping in pullouts, parking areas, and picnic grounds is prohibited.
Which Yellowstone campground has RV hookups?
Fishing Bridge RV Park is the only Yellowstone campground with water, sewer, and electrical hookups. It is restricted to hard-sided recreational vehicles.
Sources & Editorial Method
ParkWatch compares official information and public reservation inventory. It is independent of the National Park Service and booking providers. Availability is a point-in-time snapshot—not a reservation guarantee.