Slough Creek Campground

Yellowstone National Park, Campgrounds, Po Box 168, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States
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Slough Creek with Cutoff Peak in the background under a blue sky
Magenta-pink fireweed flowers surround a blue tent at Slough Creek Campground Site #4
Two tents pitched at a campsite with a firepit and picnic table along Slough creek
A blue sky and green hills form a backdrop for Slough Creek Campsite #7
A tent nestled among trees at Slough Creek Campsite #14

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About Slough Creek Campground

Slough Creek is near some of the best wildlife watching opportunities in the park. The campground is at the end of a two mile dirt road, and best suited for tents and small RVs. There are plenty of hiking and fishing opportunities in the area, including the Slough Creek Trail which begins nearby. Nighttime offers a quiet, unimpeded view of the stars and the possibility of hearing wolves howl. Elevation: 6.3 ft (1905 m).

Available sites

16 total sites
RV Sites 14 sites from $20 per night Tent Sites 2 sites from $20 per night

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2026 (Current year)

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  • Campfire Ring
  • Firewood Available
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16 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 Slough Creek site #1, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
⛺ Slough Creek site #10, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #11, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #12, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #13, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
⛺ Slough Creek site #14, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #15, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 10 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #16, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #2, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #3, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 20 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #4, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #5, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #6, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #7, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #8, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 Slough Creek site #9, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
$20
/ per night

Reviews

349 reviews

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Slough Creek Campground offers a stunning location next to a river, providing access to wildlife and beautiful views, with friendly hosts enhancing the experience. Campsites are generally spacious, with some offering shade and privacy, although certain spots may be close together. While amenities are basic and reservations can be challenging to secure, many visitors appreciated the peaceful and natural setting, making it a popular choice for nature enthusiasts.

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4.7

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Chuck F

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August 30, 2025 Stayed at: Slough Creek site #10, Loop: A

Only draw back was lack of water, otherwise this is the perfect location for wildlife viewing. So hard to get a reservation in, frustrating

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Chuck F

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August 30, 2025 Stayed at: Slough Creek site #10, Loop: A

Only draw back was lack of water, otherwise this is the perfect location for wildlife viewing. So hard to get a reservation in, frustrating

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Chuck F

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August 30, 2025 Stayed at: Slough Creek site #10, Loop: A

Only draw back was lack of water, otherwise this is the perfect location for wildlife viewing. So hard to get a reservation in, frustrating

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Aaron P

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September 1, 2025 Stayed at: Slough Creek site #15, Loop: A

This was the third campsite we stayed at during our out west trip from Kentucky. This was our second favorite campground simply due to its location within the park. Very isolated and was nice to have a spot away from the more popular areas. If you're looking to get up early for wildlife viewing, this is the place to stay at. The host was super friendly and nice. Gave us good recommendations. The biggest negative was how close you are to your neighbors. Some of the other sites offered a bit more privacy. It was fine for what we needed. Just sleeping our van and then getting up early for some wildlife viewing in the valley. I would definitely come here again. Didn't use the vault toilets so no observations there. No cell service but star linked worked great.

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Aaron P

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September 1, 2025 Stayed at: Slough Creek site #15, Loop: A

This was the third campsite we stayed at during our out west trip from Kentucky. This was our second favorite campground simply due to its location within the park. Very isolated and was nice to have a spot away from the more popular areas. If you're looking to get up early for wildlife viewing, this is the place to stay at. The host was super friendly and nice. Gave us good recommendations. The biggest negative was how close you are to your neighbors. Some of the other sites offered a bit more privacy. It was fine for what we needed. Just sleeping our van and then getting up early for some wildlife viewing in the valley. I would definitely come here again. Didn't use the vault toilets so no observations there. No cell service but star linked worked great.

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Aaron P

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September 1, 2025 Stayed at: Slough Creek site #15, Loop: A

This was the third campsite we stayed at during our out west trip from Kentucky. This was our second favorite campground simply due to its location within the park. Very isolated and was nice to have a spot away from the more popular areas. If you're looking to get up early for wildlife viewing, this is the place to stay at. The host was super friendly and nice. Gave us good recommendations. The biggest negative was how close you are to your neighbors. Some of the other sites offered a bit more privacy. It was fine for what we needed. Just sleeping our van and then getting up early for some wildlife viewing in the valley. I would definitely come here again. Didn't use the vault toilets so no observations there. No cell service but star linked worked great.

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Jorrit V

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September 3, 2025 Stayed at: Slough Creek site #8, Loop: A

We where lucky enough to be able to stay for 3 nights at this campground. Starting our holiday we only where able to reserve 1 night at a tight spot, but because of last minute cancellations in the week before we would be arriving, and the outstanding notification for new openings, we managed to change spot and move from 1 to 3 nights! What a fantastic place it is! Nature at its finest. Nice creek (also when your site is not next to it), wildlife and very nice hosts as well. At the start of the unpaved road to it, there is a wolf-watching hotspot (with scopes but visible). So close to the serengeti of America! Compliments for the restrooms where you expect a large smell, but you don't smell anything nasty.

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Jorrit V

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September 3, 2025 Stayed at: Slough Creek site #8, Loop: A

We where lucky enough to be able to stay for 3 nights at this campground. Starting our holiday we only where able to reserve 1 night at a tight spot, but because of last minute cancellations in the week before we would be arriving, and the outstanding notification for new openings, we managed to change spot and move from 1 to 3 nights! What a fantastic place it is! Nature at its finest. Nice creek (also when your site is not next to it), wildlife and very nice hosts as well. At the start of the unpaved road to it, there is a wolf-watching hotspot (with scopes but visible). So close to the serengeti of America! Compliments for the restrooms where you expect a large smell, but you don't smell anything nasty.

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Jorrit V

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September 3, 2025 Stayed at: Slough Creek site #8, Loop: A

We where lucky enough to be able to stay for 3 nights at this campground. Starting our holiday we only where able to reserve 1 night at a tight spot, but because of last minute cancellations in the week before we would be arriving, and the outstanding notification for new openings, we managed to change spot and move from 1 to 3 nights! What a fantastic place it is! Nature at its finest. Nice creek (also when your site is not next to it), wildlife and very nice hosts as well. At the start of the unpaved road to it, there is a wolf-watching hotspot (with scopes but visible). So close to the serengeti of America! Compliments for the restrooms where you expect a large smell, but you don't smell anything nasty.

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Jason B

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September 14, 2025 Stayed at: Slough Creek site #5, Loop: A

Excellent location! I spend time watching wildlife in Lamar, and Slough Creek made an excellent basecamp. Lots of wildlife including birds, black bears, and bison around the campground. Sites 4-7 are all close together but everyone was friendly and respectful. Camp hosts are great. I hope to get a site again.

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Location & Directions for Slough Creek Campground

Yellowstone National Park, Campgrounds, Po Box 168, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190 United States

Elevation: 1,908 ft

Highway access

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.

Near Yellowstone National Park

The closest entrance is: Northeast Entrance

Approximate drive: 18.3 mi · 31 min

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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