Where can I find information pertaining to camping at Yellowstone National Park?”
Yellowstone National Park has a designated backcountry campsite system, and a $20. Backcountry Use Permit is required for all overnight stays. You can not camp anywhere you want in Yellowstone Park. Frontcountry campsites (the ones you drive into) may be reserved in advance in some cases and do not require a “Use Permit”. Backcountry camping permits in Yellowstone may be obtained only in person and no more than 48 hours in advance of your trip. Call (307) 344-2160 for more information. Permits are available at most ranger stations and visitor centers.
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, W
