Within Yellowstone National Park, Tower Fall Campground operates as a first-come, first-served site that fills remarkably fast during peak season. Managed by the National Park Service, this 32-site campground sits near Tower Junction and requires early arrival—often by 6:30 AM—to secure a spot during summer months.
The campground accommodates RVs up to 40 feet with water and sewer hookups, though several reviewers note challenges fitting larger units. Sites vary significantly in levelness, with some requiring repositioning to find suitable spots. Kari T. found that "fellow campers at this campground were very helpful in rearranging for us to find a site that worked." Despite the compact layout, the area maintains relative quiet compared to larger park campgrounds.
Tower Falls sits just below the campground, accessible via a lengthy trail that connects to the river. Sara S. notes that "just walking around in the campground you could hear the river, which was calming." A general store operates near the falls, providing supplies and food options. Wildlife regularly moves through the area—bison, elk, and black bears with cubs appear frequently enough that campers should carry bear spray and remain alert.
The location provides convenient access to Lamar Valley for dawn and dusk wildlife viewing, particularly for spotting bears and wolves. Road conditions can be rough, and the campground's distance from major park areas makes timing critical for those without reservations. At $20 per night, it costs less than reservable campgrounds but requires flexibility with arrival times and site selection.
Tower Fall works best for campers prioritizing location over amenities, particularly those exploring Yellowstone's northern regions or seeking last-minute accommodations with full hookups.
Description
Overview
Tower Fall Campgroundelevation 6,600 feet (2012 m)is on the north side of the steep, winding, road to Dunraven Pass. The campground is near the Tower General Store and Tower Fall. The Lamar Valley, with spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities, is nearby as are several Day Hikes in the Tower and Northeast Area. Roosevelt Lodge, a short drive from the campground, offers dining and horseback riding. For reservations at the 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.
Recreation
For information on recreation opportunities in Yellowstone National Park please visit the Things to Do or the Tower-Roosevelt and the Northeast sections of the park website.
Facilities
Tower Fall Campground offers: 31 campsites Food Storage Lockers - Seasonal Trash/Recycling Collection - Seasonal Staff or Volunteer Host On Site - Seasonal Potable Water - May be available, seasonal Vault Toilets - seasonal The campground does not have showers
Natural Features
The Tower Fall Campground is in the Tower-Roosevelt Area in the park's northern range. A short hike is located just outside the campground to get to an overlook view of Tower Fall. 7.5 miles (12 km) south of the campground, another 5 mile (8 km) trail leads to a lookout at Mt. Washburn. The Lamar Valley, one of the major summer grounds for bison and elk that attracts predators like wolves and grizzly bears, offers excellent opportunities to Watch Wildlife. Elk, bison, deer, and pronghorn thrive in the grasslands of this area, known as the northern range. In fact, some of the largest wild herds of bison and elk in North America are found here. The northern range is critical winter habitat for these large animals, which in turn provide food for several packs of wolves. Coyotes are also common, and occasional bobcat, cougar, or red fox are reported. The gorge and cliffs between the junction and Tower Fall provide habitat for bighorn sheep, osprey, peregrine falcons, and red-tailed hawks. Both grizzly and black bears are sighted throughout the area, particularly in the spring. Black bears are more commonly seen around Tower Fall and Tower Junction. Grizzlies are sometimes seen in the Lamar Valley and on the north slopes of Mount Washburn, particularly in the spring when elk are calving. Road pullouts provide excellent places from which to watch wildlife.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (307) 344-2289.
Nearby Attractions
Highlights in the area include the Tower Fall overlook, Mount Washburn, the Lamar and Yellowstone Rivers, and the Lamar Valley for wildlife viewing. For more information, visit the park's Tower-Roosevelt and the Northeast page on the park website.
Charges & Cancellations
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTower Fall Campground is located in Wyoming near Gardiner
Directions
Tower Fall campground is on the road between Tower Fall and Canyon--north of Dunraven Pass and 3.5 miles (5.6 km) south of Tower-Roosevelt Junction.
Coordinates
44.8895498 N
110.3894759 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 2 min from Bozeman, MT
- 3 hrs 21 min from Billings, MT
- 3 hrs 25 min from Helena, MT
- 5 hrs 15 min from Idaho Falls, ID
