Lewis Lake Campground - Yellowstone National Park

Lewis Lake Campground is an 85-site campground located in the southern portion of Yellowstone National Park. It is the closest campground to the southern entrance.

Lewis Lake Campground - Yellowstone National Park

Lewis Lake is named after Meriweather Lewis, the commander of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The Lewis Lake Campground Yellowstone is just steps away from the southeast shore of Lewis Lake, the third-largest of Yellowstone's fresh water high elevation lakes and only 10 miles south of Lake Yellowstone. other natural features include Lewis Falls It is no surprise that the lake is popular for fishing and has Brown Trout, Brook Trout and Lake Trout. People can bring non-motorized boats, motorized boats, a canoe, and/or a kayak to enjoy the lake. Just remember that all vessels must first get an aquatic invasive species inspection performed by park staff before launching into the water. Call (307)344-2107 for general information. Nearby attractions include Moose Falls, Lewis Falls, and the West Thumb Geyser Basin. You can also visit The Upper Geyser Basin, Old Faithful, and Yellowstone Lake.

Yellowstone National Park Entrance Fee

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/snowmobile - $30.00 Per motorcycle/snowmobile (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 groups (16+ persons)

$20.00 for a Commercial Sedan with 1-6 seats. The cost is $25.00 + $20.00 per person.

$125 for a Commercial Van with 7-15 seats

$200.00 for a Commercial Mini-bus with 16-25 seats

$300.00 for a 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.

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 five free entrance days the National Park Service offers annually.

Lewis Lake Campground Map

Lewis Lake Camping Fees

Make sure to check with the park for the most updated camping fees. Interagency Access Pass (Disability) and Senior Pass (formerly known as the Golden Age or Golden Access Pass) holders receive a 50% discount. Rates do not include taxes or utility fees and are subject to change.  

Lewis Lake Campground Reservations

80% of sites are reservable six months in advance, while the remaining 20% of sites are available two weeks in advance.

Are Campground Reservations Available? Yes, Lewis Lake Campground is typically open from June through mid-October

Phone Number:  (877) 444-6777

On-line Reservations: Click here to make a reservation at Lewis Lake Campground.

How far ahead can you make a reservation? Individual sites at Tower Fall Campground operate on a six-month rolling basis.

Note: There are two different Reservation services for campgrounds in Yellowstone National Park. Use Recreation.gov for Yellowstone Lewis Lake Campground, Indian Creek Campground, Mammoth Campground, Norris Campground, Pebble Creek Campground, Slough Creek Campground, and Tower Fall Campground.

You can use the Yellowstone National Park Lodges website to make a reservation for Fishing Bridge RV Park, Bridge Bay Campground, Canyon Campground, Madison Campground, or Grant Village Campgrounds.

Campground Information

Season: The campground is only open in summer and fall June 15 - November 1, 2020

Number of Sites:  85

Campground Address:

GPS N 44.2822056 W 110.6279873
Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190

Latitude/Longitude: N: 44 16.93236 W: 110 37.67922

Elevation: 7,800 ft (2377 m)

Accessible Sites: There are no Accessible sites at Lewis Lake Campground. The bathrooms and Ranger Station at Lewis Lake Campground are accessible. Campsite C30 has features that provide better accessibility than others. Location in the park: Eight miles from the South Entrance

Lewis Lake Campground Amenities

Flush Toilets: No, vault toilets are available

Hot Showers: No

Laundry: No

Payphone: No

Is WIFI available? No

Is Cellular Phone Service Available? No

Is a camp host available on-site? Yes

Is firewood available for purchase? No

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

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, don't forget to bring a water jug to bring water to your campsite.

RV Camping at Lewis Lake Campground

RV Max Length: The total length limit is 25 feet (7.6 m).

Generators: No generators are allowed in the campground

Dump Station: No

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

How to get to Lewis Lake Campground

Located on the main road between the South Entrance and West Thumb.

Lewis Lake 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). All wheeled vehicles including trailers and motorcycles, must stay on established roadways or parking areas.

Check-in Time: Check-in any time of day that there is an unoccupied site. Checkout time: 10 AM.
Quiet Hours: Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 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:  Pets must be physically controlled at all times: they must be in a car, in a crate, or on a leash no more than six feet long. They are not allowed on trails or boardwalks, in the backcountry, or in thermal areas. You will want to be aware of the park pet policy

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What not to forget for the Lewis Lake Campground

Don't forget to pack

Insect repellent is always a great idea outdoors, especially around any body of water. 

We use Permethrin Spray on our clothes before our park trips.  Please read my article on preventing biting insects while enjoying the outdoors. 

Sunscreen - I buy environmentally friendly sunscreen whenever possible because you inevitably pull it out at the beach.

Bring your water bottle and plenty of water with you. Plastic water bottles are not sold in the park.

Sunglasses - I always bring sunglasses with me. I personally love Goodr sunglasses because they are lightweight, durable, and have awesome National Park Designs from several National Parks like Joshua Tree, Yellowstone, Hawaii Volcanoes, Acadia, Denali, and more!

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Binoculars/Spotting Scope - These will help spot birds and wildlife and make them easier to identify. We tend to see waterfowl in the distance, and they are always just a bit too far to identify them without binoculars.

  Camp Chairs
Camping Water Jug
Camping Games
Picnic Table Cover - Make sure your table is clean and ready

Lodging Options

Lodging options inside the park include cabins and lodges. There are no glamping tents available inside the  park.

Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins - Modern rooms located in the Old Faithful Area of Yellowstone! Amenities include free WIFI, Free Parking, a restaurant, a bar, and a four-minute walk to Old Faithful Geyser! Click here to book your stay at Old Faithful Snow Lodge and Cabins.

Grant Village Lodge - is located near the West Thumb Geyser Basin lies Grant Village and makes the ideal spot for those who wish to explore both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. This lodge has 300 guest rooms spread across six two story hotel rooms and the dining room has EPIC VIEWS of Lake Yellowstone! Don't forget to make dinner reservations ahead of time. Click here to book your stay at Grant Village Lodge.

Lake Lodge Cabins - These cabins are located on the Northern end of Lake Yellowstone and have breakfast available, a bar, a restaurant, free self-parking, shopping, a gift shop/newsstand, a fireplace in the lobby, and several room types available. Click here to book your stay at Lake Lodge Cabins.

Canyon Lodge and Cabins - This beautiful lodge has breakfast available, a restaurant, a laundry, free self-parking, horseback riding/rentals, a grocery/convenience store, an elevator, a nice fireplace in the hotel lodge, and several room-type options.

Click here to book your stay at Canyon Lodge and Cabins.

Lodging options outside the park include several options in Gardiner, Montana, and West Yellowstone, Montana. (Look at map below)

Fun Yellowstone National Park Tours and Activities

4-Hour Morning Kayak on Yellowstone Lake with Lunch- Admire the tree-fringed banks, beaches, and thermal pools of Yellowstone Lake from the water on this morning tour.
After a kayak lesson and time to familiarize yourself with your kayak, set out to explore the West Thumb with your guide. You will paddle for approximately two miles along the West Thumb Geyser Basin as you look for elk and bear along the lakeshore and marvel at the steaming geysers in this incredible area of the park!
Click here to book your tour for the 4-hour Morning Kayak on Yellowstone Lake with Lunch!

Lamar Valley Safari Hiking Tour with Lunch - the lush riverside plains of the Lamar Valley are a wildlife watching hotspot within Yellowstone National Park. With this guided hike, you get to explore the natural landscapes as you venture off-road and seek out little-known spots, increasing your chances of seeing wildlife. Look out for buffalo, wolves, eagles, and other animals along the way and watch them from a safe distance in their natural habitat. Tour includes lunch, bear spray, binoculars, trekking pole, backpack(if necessary), coffee and/or tea.
Click here to book your tour for the Lamar Valley Safari Hiking Tour with Lunch.

Yellowstone National Park Private Wildlife Tour - Book your private tour with Yellowstone Exposures to ensure a truly unforgettable day with a local expert. Have your day designed and mapped for you by a local professional so that you can utilize it to the fullest.

With snacks, High-quality spotting scopes and binos. Your guide will take photos and video throughout the day. Included a full picnic lunch, snacks, and refreshments.
Click here to book your tour for the Yellowstone National Park Private Wildlife Tour.

Lewis Lake Campground Photos

The 1st loop is hiker-biker sites. There is an outhouse in the loop. The B-loop can have some road noise. The A-loop sites are really close together.

Additional Yellowstone National Park Resources

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.

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.

Yellowstone Campgrounds Ultimate Yellowstone Camping Guide - This complete guide to camping in Yellowstone includes all front country campgrounds including: Bridge Bay Campground, Canyon Campground, Fishing Bridge RV Park, Grant Village Campground, Indian Creek Campground, Lewis Lake Campground, Madison Campground, Mammoth Campground, Norris Campground, Pebble Creek Campground, Slough Creek Campground, and Tower Fall Campground. Yellowstone Lodging Resources Ultimate Yellowstone National Park Lodging Guide - This complete guide to all of Yellowstone National Park's Lodges and cabins, including Canyon Lodge, Canyon Lodge Cabins, Grant Village Lodge, Lake Hotel, Lake Lodge Cabins, Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel, Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel Cabins, Old  Faithful Inn, Old Faithful Lodge (Cabin Accommodations), Old Faithful Snow Lodge, and Roosevelt Lodge (cabin accommodations)

Parks near Yellowstone National Park

Grand Teron National Park  Complete Guide to Grand Teton National Park - Your complete guide to go explore Grand Teton National Park before or after you visit Yellowstone! Grand Teton Camping Guide - Complete Guide to all of Grand Teton National Parks campgrounds. Grand Teton Lodging Guide - Complete Guide to all of Grand Teton's Lodges. Glacier National Park Epic Guide to Glacier National Park - Complete guide to exploring Glacier National Park Glacier National Park Camping Guide - Complete Guide to all of Glacier National Park front country campgrounds Glacier National Park Lodging Guide - Complete Guide to Glacier National Park Lodges

Additional Montana National Parks  Little Bighorn Battlefield - Also known as Custer's Last Stand, a place where the Plains Tribes fought their last major battle and won. Big Hole National Battlefield - site of the pivotal battle in the Nez Perce War of 1877 between Colonel Gibbon's troops and five bands of the Nez Perce Indians led by the famous Native American Leader, Cheif Joseph. Grant Kohr's Ranch National Historic Site - See what ranch life was like in the 1800s in Montana