About Slough Creek Campground
Number of accommodations: 16
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (194)
What Guests Are Saying
Slough Creek Campground is praised for its stunning location near wildlife and scenic views, with friendly and helpful campground hosts enhancing the experience. Visitors appreciate the quiet, remote atmosphere and opportunities for wildlife viewing, including bears and bison. The main drawbacks mentioned include difficulty in securing reservations and close proximity of some sites, but many agree that the natural beauty and unique experience make it a worthwhile destination.
What Guests Are Saying
Slough Creek Campground is praised for its stunning location near wildlife and scenic views, with friendly and helpful campground hosts enhancing the experience. Visitors appreciate the quiet, remote atmosphere and opportunities for wildlife viewing, including bears and bison. The main drawbacks mentioned include difficulty in securing reservations and close proximity of some sites, but many agree that the natural beauty and unique experience make it a worthwhile destination.
Review Summary
Brian S
VerifiedAugust 14, 2024 • Stayed at: Slough Creek site #8, Loop: A
Perfect campground, perfect hosts. Site 8 was nice. Never heard from hosts, which is the way it should be. Will be back. Thank you.
Katharine S
VerifiedAugust 14, 2024 • Stayed at: Slough Creek site #14, Loop: A
This was our second time camping in Slough Creek, and it is the only place in the park we’ll camp from now on.
-The camp hosts are friendly, and knowledgeable.
-There are only 16 spots, so it’s not overcrowded & has a strict 10 pm quiet time.
-pit toilets are well maintained, and very clean! During the busy season it was so nice to have a toilet to use that wasn’t disgusting like the ones throughout the park.
-campground itself is by the river, a few sites are close enough to hear the rushing water and it’s so peaceful. It takes no time at all to get to Lamar Valley. We are wolf watchers and follow the Junction Butte pack, so camping in Slough keeps us close to them!
-Black bears frequent the area which is so cool, we saw one near the river this trip!!
-really the only downside is that lots of sites have zero shade. I recommend checking bringing something for shade. Some sites are much smaller than others, and have very close neighbors.
-campground is in the woods but open enough for optimal star gazing.
-all sites are well maintained, camping feels as luxurious as it can.
I could honestly go on forever about how amazing this campground is. Just stay here. You won’t regret it.
CJ S
VerifiedAugust 13, 2024 • Stayed at: Slough Creek site #8, Loop: A
This campground is extremely close to Lamar valley, which is pretty fun. It’s also where all the wolf watchers go to spot wolf packs. We were lucky enough to see a wolf on the other side of the creek.
The campground itself had very nice restrooms and the camp host is super friendly. I would have preferred a site on the creek, but our site was ok. The mosquitos are HORRIBLE!
CJ S
VerifiedAugust 13, 2024 • Stayed at: Slough Creek site #8, Loop: A
This campground is extremely close to Lamar valley, which is pretty fun. It’s also where all the wolf watchers go to spot wolf packs. We were lucky enough to see a wolf on the other side of the creek.
The campground itself had very nice restrooms and the camp host is super friendly. I would have preferred a site on the creek, but our site was ok. The mosquitos are HORRIBLE!
Kelly M
VerifiedAugust 8, 2024 • Stayed at: Slough Creek site #2, Loop: A
Awesome campground in Lamar Valley. Bison wandered past the tent twice while we were there. The creek is gorgeous for swimming in. Saw wolves and bears feeding together on a bison carcass just down from the campground - a dream come true. Restrooms are spotless but no water - bring your own.
Kelly M
VerifiedAugust 8, 2024 • Stayed at: Slough Creek site #2, Loop: A
Awesome campground in Lamar Valley. Bison wandered past the tent twice while we were there. The creek is gorgeous for swimming in. Saw wolves and bears feeding together on a bison carcass just down from the campground - a dream come true. Restrooms are spotless but no water - bring your own.
Brendan C
VerifiedAugust 6, 2024 • Stayed at: Slough Creek site #7, Loop: A
Truly amazing campsite - creek sounds, wandering bison and proximity to wolves. Between backcountry and front country camping.
Brendan C
VerifiedAugust 6, 2024 • Stayed at: Slough Creek site #7, Loop: A
Truly amazing campsite - creek sounds, wandering bison and proximity to wolves. Between backcountry and front country camping.
Charles S
VerifiedJuly 26, 2024 • Stayed at: Slough Creek site #12, Loop: A
The best campground in Yellowstone. The campground hosts are incredibly helpful and were able to tell us where to go look for animals.
Charles S
VerifiedJuly 26, 2024 • Stayed at: Slough Creek site #12, Loop: A
The best campground in Yellowstone. The campground hosts are incredibly helpful and were able to tell us where to go look for animals.
Location Slough Creek Campground
Address:
Yellowstone National Park, Campgrounds, Po Box 168
Yellowstone National Park, WY, 82190
United States
Slough Creek Campground is accessible via US Highway 191, which is approximately 25 miles to the west. The campground is located within Yellowstone National Park, and access is primarily through park roads.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.9488 / -110.307
Elevation: 1908 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Slough Creek Campground is managed by the park. If you are looking for campgrounds managed by Yellowstone National Park Lodges (Fishing Bridge RV Park, Bridge Bay, Canyon, Madison, and Grant Village campgrounds), please visit the Yellowstone National Park Lodges Camping web page.
- RV or Camper Unit Delivery Prohibited. The delivery or pick-up of out-of-park RVs or other camper unit rentals is prohibited.
- Notify the Campground of Late Arrivals. To notify campground of late arrival or cancellation please call 307-344-2289
- Parking & Vehicle Length Limits. All wheeled vehicles including trailers and motorcycles must be parked on parking pads or established roadways, so as not to block or restrict traffic in campgrounds. This campground has a very tight turnaround - vehicles longer than 25 ft (7.6 m) are not recommended.
- Maximum Campsite Occupancy. Maximum occupancy is six people per site. Camp only in designated sites. Camping is limited to 14 days from July 1 through Labor Day and to 30 days the rest of the year parkwide. The 44-day camping limit includes both concession- and park-operated campgrounds.
- Wildlife/Bear Regulations. • Keep all food and related items - beverages, cooking utensils, stoves, pet food and, empty or full, food and beverage containers such as coolers, ice chests, and water jugs - locked inside your vehicle or stored in a food storage box, unless in immediate use. Bear resistant food containers must be kept in a vehicle, in a hard-sided camping unit, or in a food storage box. • All trash and garbage must be disposed of in the provided bear-proof trash cans. Do not leave food related trash or garbage unattended. • Washing dishes or clothing at campground hydrants or spigots is prohibited. Carry all dishwater/wastewater to the restroom toilet for disposal.
- Campfires and Firewood. Wood and charcoal fires are permitted. Campfires are permitted only in established fire grates. Fires must be attended at all times. Only dead, down, and detached wood may be gathered. Wood should not extend outside the fire grate perimeter. Do not break limbs off of standing trees, living or dead. Drown campfires thoroughly with water to make sure they are completely out. NOTE: Wood and charcoal fires may be subject to special restrictions due to fire danger. Restrictions will be listed on campground information boards and on the Current Conditions web page. Propane grills and stoves are not usually affected by fire restrictions.
- Quiet hours are strictly enforced. No loud audio devices or other noise disturbances will be allowed during this time. Generators are prohibited in Slough Creek Campground.
- Stay on Boardwalks and Trails. All travel in thermal areas is restricted to NPS designated trails and boardwalks.
- Fishing. To fish within the park, people 16 years of age and older are required to purchase and carry on their person a Yellowstone National Park Fishing Permit (you may purchase in advance). To learn more about fishing regulations, visit the park's Catch a Fish web page.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
