Canyon Campground in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

Canyon Campground is a 273-site campground in the Canyon Area of Yellowstone National Park. It is shady and lies in the middle of a lodgepole pine forest.

Here are my top finds for Canyon & Grant Areas of Yellowstone NP
🏨Lodges: Canyon Lodge, Grant Village, Lake Yellowstone Hotel
📍Tours: Yellowstone Lake Morning Kayak Tour with Lunch, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Loop Hike with Lunch
🐻 Save time! Buy your National Park Pass before your trip

Canyon Campground

The Canyon Campground is centrally located in the Canyon Area, giving guests access to most of the park's amenities, including a general store, gas station, post office, restaurants, lodging, and more.

The area is home to one of Yellowstone's star attractions, The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. This is the primary geologic feature in the canyon area and is showcased with the North Rim Drive and South Rim Drive, which include spectacular views at Upper Falls Viewpoint and the famous Lower Falls viewpoint at Artist's Point.

Visitors can also take a short drive to Hayden Valley, one of the park's most scenic areas and a great place to see wildlife! You can also spend the day driving over Mt Washburn and explore Lamar Valley or explore Lake Yellowstone.

Reservations are accepted for the campground starting May 1st of the year before you are planning to camp.

During the early season, the park may still experience snow and heavy rain, so you will want to be prepared for multiple weather conditions.

Canyon Campground Map

Canyon Campground Camping Fees

Make sure to check with the park for the most updated camping fees.

Rates do not include taxes or utility fees and are subject to change.

Interagency Access Pass (Disability) and Senior Pass (formerly known as the Golden Age or Golden Access Pass) holders receive a 50% discount. Use PROMO CODE PASS when booking your reservation online.

Canyon Campground Reservations

Are Campground Reservations Available? Canyon Campground is typically open from early June to mid-September.

Online Reservations:

Through 2026: Click here to make your reservation at Canyon Campground.
Beginning with the 2027 camping season, Reservations will be available on recreation.gov

Campground Information

Season: The campground is only open during summer, typically around the first of June through mid-September.

Number of Sites: 273

Campground Address: 27 Andesite Ln, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190

Latitude/Longitude: N 44 44.118 W110 29 17

Elevation: 7,900 feet (2408 m)

Campground Physical Address:

GPS Coordinates N 44 44.118 W110 29 17

Yellowstone National Park, WY. 82190

Accessible Sites: Three accessible sites in Loop L, with an extended picnic table and a raised fire grate.

Accessible restrooms are located near the accessible sites. (The camper services building is not accessible.)

Location in the park: Located off the Grand Loop Road near Canyon Village and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River.

The campground is close to a visitor center, the Canyon Lodge, which has multiple dining options.

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Canyon Campground Amenities

There are pay showers and laundry facilities located in Canyon Campground Camper Services. Your camping fee includes 2 showers per night.

There are 5 public restrooms with flush toilets and faucets with cold running water.

Each campsite includes a table and a fire ring.

Flush Toilets: Yes, seasonal

Hot Showers: Yes, seasonal

Laundry: Yes, seasonal

Payphone: Yes

Is WIFI available? No

Is Cellular Phone Service Available? There is a cell phone tower near Canyon Village: check with your provider to verify coverage.

We had intermittent service with T-Mobile.

Is a camp host available on-site? Yes

Is firewood available for purchase? Yes, firewood is for sale in Canyon Village

Bear Box in site/area? Yes, Bear boxes are available for most tent sites.

Campground Amphitheater: Yes, seasonal

Amenities at each campsite:

Is there a fire ring/fire pit available in the site? Yes

Is there a Picnic Table available in the site? Yes

Is potable Water available? Yes

There was ice available near the front entrance to the campground

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RV Camping at Canyon Campground

When calling to make a reservation, be prepared to give the size of your tent (in feet) or the combined length of your RV and any other vehicles or towed vehicles.

Sites that accommodate RVs at Canyon, Bridge Bay, Grant Village, and Madison campgrounds are either pull-through or back-in with limited width for slide-outs and MAY NOT BE LEVEL.

RV Length: Campground sites that will accommodate a maximum combined length of 40 feet or more are limited. Most campsites in Yellowstone will not accommodate oversized units.

Generators: Generators can be used from 8 am - 8 pm.

Dump Station: Yes, near the front entrance to the campground

Hookups:

There are no sites available with electric hookups, water hookups, or sewer hookups.

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Canyon Campground Regulations

The maximum number of people in a campsite: Maximum 6 persons per site

The number of cars per campsite: Tent sites allow for up to two tents and two vehicles. RV sites allow for one RV (tow included) only. (For reference, 2 motorcycles = 1 vehicle)

Check-in Time: Check in any time of day when there is an unoccupied site.

Checkout time: 11 AM.

Quiet Hours: Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Maximum Stay: Camping is limited to 14 days from July 1 through Labor Day, and 30 days for the rest of the year. There is no stay limit at the Fishing Bridge RV Park.

Pets Allowed: Yes, You will want to be aware of the park pet policy

Best Yellowstone National Park Tours & Activities

Yellowstone Lake Morning Kayak Tour with Lunch
⭐️ Rating: 4.9 out of 5 Stars (206+ reviews) | ⏳ Tour Length: 4 hours | 🛶🌋 Check Rates and Availability

This morning kayak tour is one of the most unique ways to experience Yellowstone, Guests will paddle on Yellowstone Lake for approximately 6 miles along the shore of the West Thumb. Geysers and hot springs visible only from the water are a highlight, along with frequent wildlife sightings including elk, waterfowl, bears, and bald eagles along the shoreline. A full brown bag lunch with sandwich, fruit, chips, and snacks is included, along with hot coffee or tea, a kayak, paddle, life vest, paddle jacket, and dry bag. Suitable for first-time kayakers and experienced paddlers alike.

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Rim and Loop Hike with Lunch
⭐️ Rating: 4.8 out of 5 Stars (407+ reviews) | ⏳ Tour Length: 6 hours | 🥾🏔️ Check Rates and Availability

This guided loop hike is one of the most spectacular half-day experiences in the park and a favorite that many visitors call the highlight of their entire trip. Unlike the Lamar Valley hike, this one focuses on Yellowstone's dramatic canyon country, hugging the rim of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River with jaw-dropping views of the Upper and Lower Falls before looping through forest trails to hidden lakes, mud pots, and steam vents that most visitors never find on their own. A packed lunch is included, along with bear spray and binoculars.

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yellowstone and Grand Teton
⭐️ Rating: 4.7 out of 5 Stars (67+ reviews) | ⏳ Tour Length: 8 hours to 1 day (self-paced) | 🚗 Check Rates and Availability

This GPS-triggered audio driving tour covers both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks in a single purchase, making it one of the best values available for road trippers exploring the Greater Yellowstone ecosystem. Powered by GuideAlong, the narration fires automatically as you reach each stop, covering Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, Lamar Valley, Mammoth Hot Springs, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Jenny Lake, Mormon Row, and more, with 550-plus points of interest across both parks. Works fully offline once downloaded, so no cell service is needed anywhere in the park. One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle with no expiry, and you can start, stop, and resume any time across multiple days. Reviewers consistently say they would have missed major sights without it.

Click here to find more great Yellowstone National Park Tours.

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Things to do When Camping at Canyon Campground

💧 Walk to Artist Point on the canyon's south rim, the most celebrated viewpoint in Yellowstone, with the Lower Falls and vivid yellow canyon walls stretching into the distance
🌊 View the thundering Lower Falls of the Yellowstone from multiple rim overlooks; at 308 feet it is the tallest waterfall in the park
🥾 Hike the North Rim Trail and South Rim Trail for continuously changing perspectives on the canyon and falls
🎨 Stop at Inspiration Point on the north rim for sweeping panoramic views up and down the length of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
🦬 Drive south into Hayden Valley for outstanding bison, grizzly bear, wolf, and sandhill crane viewing in one of the park's finest open meadow corridors
🐻 Scan the open hillsides of Hayden Valley and the road to Fishing Bridge for grizzly bears, one of the most reliable bear viewing corridors in the park
🏔️ Hike Mount Washburn from the Dunraven Pass trailhead for one of the finest summit views in Yellowstone, with the entire park spread out from the fire lookout at the top
🦅 Watch ospreys nesting in the canyon walls below the rim overlooks, one of the most dramatic bird nesting situations in the national park system
🌋 Stop at the Mud Volcano thermal area, just 10 miles south, for bubbling mud pots, fumaroles, and the surging Dragon's Mouth Spring
🎣 Fish the Yellowstone River above the falls for native cutthroat trout in some of the most scenic river stretches in the park
🏛️ Visit the Canyon Visitor Education Center, the finest museum-quality facility in Yellowstone, for extraordinary exhibits on the park's supervolcano and thermal geology
🛒 Stock up on groceries, supplies, and souvenirs at the Canyon Village General Store steps from the campground
🍽️ Dine at the Canyon Lodge Dining Room or grab casual fare at the Canyon Lodge Eatery without needing to drive anywhere
🌌 Stargaze from the campground on clear nights at nearly 8,000 feet under some of the darkest skies in the American West

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Lodging Options in the Canyon and Grant Area

⭐️ 3.9 of 5 Stars - Canyon Lodge and Cabins - Click here for Rates and Availability.

Yellowstone's largest in-park lodge with over 500 rooms and cabins, sitting just half a mile from the breathtaking Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and its thundering Upper and Lower Falls!

Choose from modern lodge rooms and suites in the Cascade and Dunraven Lodges featuring mini-fridges, coffee makers, hair dryers, and elevator access, or Western and Frontier Cabins with private bathrooms and shared front porches. The Canyon Lodge Eatery food hall features multiple dining stations including Grab and Go, Slow Fast Food, and Fresh Wok, plus the Falls Cafe, Washburn Lookout snack bar, and an Ice Creamery. Pet friendly cabins available. Open mid-May through late October!

⭐️ 4.2 of 5 Stars - Lake Yellowstone Hotel and Cabins - Click here for Rates and Availability.

The oldest operating hotel in Yellowstone National Park and a National Historic Landmark, a stunning 1891 colonial masterpiece sitting directly on the shores of Yellowstone Lake with sweeping water views!

The iconic Sunroom with its floor-to-ceiling windows and live string quartet is the most celebrated gathering place in the park, perfect for afternoon cocktails while watching bison wander the lakeshore. Choose from elegant hotel rooms and suites in the main historic building, Sandpiper Lodge rooms, or rustic lakeside cabins with private baths. The full-service Lake Hotel Dining Room serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with reservations required, while a deli and gift shop round out the amenities. Free parking and porter service included. No WiFi, TVs, or air conditioning, keeping the 1920s ambiance gloriously intact. Open mid-May through early October, book well in advance!

⭐️ 3.9 of 5 Stars - Lake Lodge Cabins - Click here for Rates and Availability.

The most relaxed and affordable way to stay on Yellowstone Lake, with a classic log main lodge featuring a wide front porch lined with rocking chairs and unobstructed lake views that rival anything in the park!

The 186 cabins come in three styles ranging from the basic rustic Pioneer cabins to the spacious and renovated Western cabins, all with private bathrooms, heat, coffee makers, and fans. Wylie's Canteen serves casual American comfort food with lake views, the Map Room Bar is perfect for post-hike drinks, and a gift shop and coin-operated laundry are on site. No WiFi, TVs, or air conditioning. Pet friendly in select cabins, free parking. Open early June through early October!

⭐️ 3.8 of 5 Stars - Grant Village Lodge - Click here for Rates and Availability.

The most modern and family-friendly lodging option near Yellowstone Lake, sitting on the southwest shore just 2 miles from the spectacular West Thumb Geyser Basin where hydrothermal features bubble and steam directly into the lake!

The 300 motel-style rooms are spread across six lodge buildings featuring private bathrooms, heating, fans, and coffee makers, with pet friendly rooms available. On-site amenities include two restaurants, a bar and lounge, gift shop, general store, coin-operated laundry, and the closest lodging to the South Entrance for visitors arriving from Grand Teton National Park. Free parking and open late May through late September!

Click this link or the map below for a complete list of hotels and vacation rentals in the Gardiner, Montana Area.

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Yellowstone National Park Entrance Fee

New in 2026: Each Non-US Resident aged 16 and older visiting Yellowstone National Park must pay a $100 nonresident fee (in addition to the standard entrance fee), unless admitted with an annual or America the Beautiful Pass. This includes nonresidents entering as part of a commercial tour group, commercial use authorization (CUA) group, or concessioner tour group.

Park entrance fees are separate from camping and lodging fees.

Park Entrance Pass - $35.00 Per private vehicle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

Park Entrance Pass - Motorcycle - $30.00 Per motorcycle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

Park Entrance Pass - Snowmobile - $30.00 Entry for one driver and one passenger (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

Per-Person Entrance Pass - $20.00 Visitors 16 years or older who enter on foot, bicycle, or as part of an organized group not involved in a commercial tour.

Annual Park Entrance Pass - $70.00, Admits pass holder and all passengers in a non-commercial vehicle. Valid for one year from the month of purchase.

$20.00 for Non-Commercial Group (16+ persons)

$20.00 for Commercial Sedan with 1-6 seats and non-commercial groups (16+ persons) ($25.00 plus $20.00 per person)

$125.00 for Commercial Van with 7-15 seats

$200.00 for Commercial Mini-Bus with 16-25 seats

$300.00 for Commercial Motor Coach with 26+ seats

Learn more about National Park Passes for parks that have an entrance fee.

$80.00 - For the America the Beautiful/National Park Pass. The pass covers entrance fees to all US National Park Sites and over 2,000 Federal Recreation Fee Sites for an entire year and covers everyone in the car for per-vehicle sites and up to 4 adults for per-person sites.

2024 America The Beautiful National Park Pass

Buy your pass at this link, and REI will donate 10% of pass proceeds to the National Forest Foundation, National Park Foundation, and the U.S. Endowment for Forestry & Communities.

National Park Free Entrance Days -Mark your calendars with the free entrance days the National Park Service offers for US citizens and residents.

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Additional Yellowstone National Park Information

Yellowstone National Park Guide - Your complete guide to exploring the world's first National Park!
Things to do in Yellowstone - These are the top things to do that you don't want to miss, including exploring the Mammoth Hot Springs, the Museum of the National Park Ranger, Yellowstone Waterfalls, Kayaking in Yellowstone, fishing in Yellowstone, Fairy Falls Trail, and more!
Yellowstone National Park Facts - Learn more about our 1st National Park and fun facts about the wildlife in the park.
Yellowstone Wildlife Guide- Complete Guide to seeing wildlife in Yellowstone National Park, including the most popular wildlife viewing areas, including Lamar Valley and Hayden Valley.
Ultimate Yellowstone National Park Lodging Guide - This complete guide to all of Yellowstone National Park's Lodges and cabins
Ultimate Yellowstone Camping Guide - This complete guide to camping in Yellowstone includes all front country campgrounds

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Yellowstone Geyser Basin Areas

Upper Geyser Basin, including Biscuit Basin, Black Sand Basin, and Old Faithful Geyser.
Midway Geyser Basin, including Grand Prismatic Spring and Firehole Lake Drive.
Lower Geyser Basin, including Fountain Paint Pot Trail and Firehole Canyon Drive
Norris Geyser Basin-This basin is known for having some of the hottest water and springs in the park. It is actually two basins: Porcelain Basin and Black Basin, with famous geysers, including Ledge Geyser, Cistern Geyser, and Steamboat Geyser.
West Thumb Geyser Basin - Beautiful boardwalk trail with hydrothermal features right next to Lake Yellowstone!
Mud Volcano - The Mud Volcano area is Located south of Canyon Village and North of Lake Yellowstone. It has several hydrothermal features, including a mud volcano and Dragon's Mouth Spring.

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