Yellowstone Lake — Yellowstone National Park

Backcountry fishing and wildlife research opportunities draw visitors to this remote dispersed camping area accessible only by boat or hiking trail. The National Park Service manages this backcountry site within Yellowstone National Park, requiring advance permits and bear canisters for food storage due to active wildlife in the area. Boat access involves over an hour of travel across Yellowstone Lake.

Campers can set up either inland among wildflower meadows or closer to the shoreline. The site lacks developed amenities, water sources, or cell service. Wildlife sightings are common, and fishing opportunities exist in surrounding waters. For those planning extended Yellowstone backcountry trips, Grant Village Campground provides a developed base camp option before venturing into more remote areas.