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2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park

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2S3 Slough Creek is located in Yellowstone National Park, featuring terrain with open meadows and forested areas. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during spring and fall to highs in the 70s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Lamar Valley, known for wildlife viewing, and the scenic Slough Creek Trail.

Description

National Park

Yellowstone National Park

Beyond the developed areas, Yellowstone offers a diverse, mountainous landscape that invites exploration by foot, pack stock, and boat. Hundreds of miles of trails facilitate travel throughout the park. Permits are required for all overnight stays.

When planning a backcountry trip, remember that many of Yellowstone’s trails are more than 7,000 feet above sea level. Most areas retain snow until late May or early June, and some (especially mountain passes) are snow-covered until late July. Also, many routes require fording rivers that can be 25 feet wide, 3 to 5 feet deep, extremely cold, and swiftly running during our late spring runoff.

Yellowstone maintains 293 designated backcountry campsites. Each designated campsite has a maximum limit for the number of people and stock allowed per night. The maximum stay per campsite varies from 1 to 3 nights per trip. Group size limits range from 4 to 12 people. With the exception of four campsites, we allow only one group at each campsite. If your group size exceeds the campsite limit, you’ll need to obtain a second permit and cook and sleep as separate groups. A food storage pole or box is provided at every campsite so that food and attractants may be secured from bears. You will need to provide your own rope (35 feet in length or greater) at sites with food poles.

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Location

2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park is located in Wyoming

Coordinates

44.97636117 N
110.21223536 W

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Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Drive Time

2 hrs 12 min from Bozeman
3 hrs 31 min from Billings
3 hrs 35 min from Helena
5 hrs 26 min from Idaho Falls

Mashael A.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 13, 2023

Amazing place

You go to sleep hearing the soothing sound of the creek, they had very limited number of sites 16 or 17 only.

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Month of VisitJuly

Dexter I.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 28, 2021

Amazing views of Slough Creek Valley

Yellowstone Back Country site 2S3 - Slough Creek is an amazing camping location if you enjoy a valley view with high peaks all around and herds of bison, not to mention the sunrise and sunsets. The cooking area for 2S3 is seated in mature fir trees which provide plenty of shade, which made the site seem as it was air conditioned compared to the sunny valley you have just been hiking through. The cooking area has a bear pole for hanging your food but you will not need it as the site has a bear proof food locker. A rock fire ring with logs to sit on is also at the site. Water is plentiful as a small stream runs right along the edge of the cooking area. The camp area has two possible areas to set up your tents, both provide outstanding views of the valley. One location is just before the cooking area on a trail to the left as you reach the cooking/food area. A small short climb places you on a flat area above the valley. The second is south out of the cooking/food area, just cross the creek and take a steep trail up the hill, after several minutes you will reach the end of the trail with a nice level location under a large fir tree well above the valley. A small fire ring is at this location as well.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park?
Camping at 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park can cost between $3.00 and $15.00 depending on the site.
What is the elevation of 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park?
2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park is located at 6651 feet.
Are fires allowed at 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park?
Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.