Canyon Campground
44.7354, -110.4879 · Park boundary: National Park Service
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Reservation detailsCanyon 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.
- 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
Rates do not include taxes or utility fees and are subject to change. Interagency Access and Senior Pass holders receive a 50% discount.
This is the per-person cost for a hiker/bicyclist campsite for one night.
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.
- 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
- 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.
Paths in the campground area are compacted gravel/dirt with limited gradient change.
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.)
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.
Price includes two showers per site per night.
Located off the Grand Loop Road near Canyon Village and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.
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.
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.
Location, hours, and facility details confirmed against the National Park Service registry.
National Park Service registryChecked 2026-08-04
Can you reserve a campsite at Canyon Campground?
Yes. Canyon Campground in Yellowstone National Park has 273 sites that can be reserved in advance.
How many campsites does Canyon Campground have?
Canyon Campground in Yellowstone National Park has 273 campsites.
What is the maximum RV length at Canyon Campground?
Canyon Campground takes RVs, but the National Park Service does not publish a maximum length for it. Call the park before booking a long rig.
How much does it cost to camp at Canyon Campground?
Canyon Campground in Yellowstone National Park charges between $10 and $39 per night, depending on the site type.
Are there showers at Canyon Campground?
Yes. Canyon Campground in Yellowstone National Park lists showers: Hot - Seasonal.
Is there drinking water at Canyon Campground?
Yes. Canyon Campground in Yellowstone National Park lists drinking water: Yes - seasonal.
Is there cell service at Canyon Campground?
Yes. Canyon Campground in Yellowstone National Park lists cell reception: Yes - seasonal.
Is there a dump station at Canyon Campground?
Yes. Canyon Campground in Yellowstone National Park lists dump station: Yes - seasonal.
Is Canyon Campground wheelchair accessible?
Canyon Campground in Yellowstone National Park: Paths in the campground area are compacted gravel/dirt with limited gradient change.
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