Canyon Campground

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Campsites

273

How to get a site

Reservations

RVs

Allowed

Fee

$39 / night

Coordinates

44.7354, -110.4879

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44.7354, -110.4879 · Park boundary: National Park Service

About · Real sources only

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.

Hours & season

Every day: All Day

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

Closed · Sep 20, 2026 – May 28, 2027 · Closed

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

Campsites · 273 total

273 reservable

Camping fees

Nightly Fee$39

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

Hiker/bicyclist Nightly Fee$10

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

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

Reservations

Yellowstone National Park Lodges provides reservations for in this campground. Call 307-344-7311 (307-344-5395 for TDD service) or select the "Reservations >" button to open their online reservation system.

Amenities

Amphitheater: Yes - seasonal
Cell reception: Yes - seasonal
Drinking water: Yes - seasonal
Dump station: Yes - seasonal
Firewood for sale: Yes - seasonal
Food storage lockers: Yes - seasonal
Host on site: Yes - seasonal
Ice for sale: Yes - seasonal
Laundry: Yes - seasonal
Showers: Hot - Seasonal
Toilets: Flush Toilets - seasonal
Trash & recycling: Yes - seasonal
Camp store: No
Internet: No

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

Access & accessibility

RVs: Allowed
Trailers: Allowed
Access roads: Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classification: Developed Campground
Cell service: 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.

Wheelchair access

Paths in the campground area are compacted gravel/dirt with limited gradient change.

ADA facilities

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.)

Fires & stoves

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.

Also worth knowing

Price includes two showers per site per night.

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

Getting there

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

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.

Rules & regulations

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.

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