A short hike off the main trail leads to this backcountry site positioned along Falls River in Yellowstone's southwestern corner. The dispersed campsite sits one-tenth of a mile from the primary route, providing separation from through-hikers. Flat ground accommodates multiple tents near the riverbank, with direct access to the Falls River for water filtering.
The site includes a food-hanging pole and established fire ring, though seating options remain limited according to recent visitors. Mosquito populations stay surprisingly low despite the water proximity. At $3-15 per night, this hike-in location serves campers comfortable with backcountry protocols and those exploring camping spots around Yellowstone National Park who want riverside access away from developed campgrounds.
Description
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.
Campsites 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. A list and map of campsites can be found in the Backcountry Trip Planner https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/backcountryhiking.htm and the online Backcountry Trails and Campsites map: https://www.nps.gov/maps/full.html?mapId=f926f448-9fe4-4600-b4c0-3f060737c87f
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Map & Directions9F1 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry is located in Wyoming near John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway
Coordinates
44.13801589 N
110.93399155 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
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
- 1 hr 57 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 2 hrs 40 min from Pocatello, ID
- 3 hrs 41 min from Bozeman, MT
- 5 hrs 43 min from Billings, MT
