Mammoth Campground in Yellowstone National Park

Idaho, Montana, Wyoming
Mammoth Campground in Yellowstone National Park

 

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Mammoth Campground Introduction

2023 DATES TBD. The only campground in the park open year-round, Mammoth Campground—elevation 6,200 feet (1890 m)—is located five miles south of the park’s North Entrance. Scattered juniper and Douglas fir trees provide shade during hot summer months. The campground is close to fishing, hiking, and the Mammoth Hot Springs. Great wildlife viewing opportunities abound with elk and bison occasionally passing through the campground. This is a reservable campground 4/1–10/15 run by the National Park Service.

Mammoth Campground Address

GPS Coordinates N 44 58.4166 W 110.41.59392
Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190

GPS: 44.97360954829384,-110.69323158293622

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Directions to Mammoth Campground

Located at Mammoth Hot Springs, five miles south of the North Entrance.

Mammoth Campground Weathers

Yellowstone’s weather can vary greatly within a day and throughout the park. Snow can fall every month of the year. Summer highs reach 70–80°F (25–30°C) during the day, but nights can be cool (and it may freeze at higher elevations). During spring and fall, daytime highs range from 30–60°F (0–20°C), with overnight lows below freezing. Winter temperatures range from 0—20°F (-20—-5°C) throughout the day, with sub-zero temperatures overnight.

Mammoth Campground Fees: $10.00 - $25.00

Nightly Fee - $25.00

Interagency Access and Senior Pass holders receive a 50% discount.

Hiker/bicyclist Nightly Fee - $10.00

This is the per-person cost for a hiker/bicyclist campsite for one night.

Mammoth Campground Reservation

Reserve Mammoth Campground online at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247571

Campgrounds usually fill early; plan ahead to obtain a site! Part of the campground is closed mid-October through April. Reservation-only 4/1–10/15 on Recreation.gov.

Mammoth Campground Campsites Count: 85

  • Total reservable sites: 85

  • Total first come first serve sites: 0

  • Total campsites: 85

  • Total group campsites: 0

  • Total horse campsites: 0

  • Total tent only campsites: 0

  • Total electrical hookups: 0

  • Total RV only campsites: 0

  • Total walk/Boat to: 0

  • Other: 0

Regulations Overview

Overnight camping or parking is only allowed in designated campgrounds or campsites. Campsite occupancy is limited to six people per site. Checkout time is 10 am. 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. Unless posted otherwise, wood and charcoal fires are permitted in all campgrounds except the Fishing Bridge RV Park. Propane grills and stoves are usually unaffected by fire restrictions. All odorous items that may attract bears, including food, cooking gear, toiletries, and garbage, must be kept secured when not in use. Bear-proof storage boxes are available at many campsites. Where permitted, generators may only be operated from 8 am to 8 pm (60 dB limit). Generators are not permitted at Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek, or Tower Fall.

Mammoth Campground Amenities

  • Food Storage Lockers: Yes - year round
  • Toilets:
    • Flush Toilets - year round
  • Showers:
    • None
  • Laundry: No
  • Trash Recycling Collection: Yes - year round
  • Dump Station: No
  • Internet Connectivity: No
  • Cell Phone Reception: Yes - year round
  • Amphitheater: Yes - seasonal
  • CampStore: No
  • Staff or Volunteer Host Onsite: Yes - seasonal
  • Potable Water:
    • Yes - year round
  • Ice Available for Sale: No
  • Firewood for Sale: Yes - seasonal

Mammoth Campground Contacts

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Mammoth Campground Mobile Coverage

The coverage range within mobile cellular networks is determined by the input provided by individual campers who utilize the service, and the following table represents the collective results of those contributions.

Mobile Network Coverage Feedbacks
AT&T No Service 45
Verizon Some Coverage 87
T-Mobile Major Issues 20
Sprint Major Issues 9

Reviews Rating for Mammoth Campground: 4.39

The review ratings is contributed from campers, the average rating is aggregate data. There are total 195 reviews, the average rating is 4.39 out of 5.

  • 5 stars: 127 127
  • 4 stars: 43 43
  • 3 stars: 10 10
  • 2 stars: 5 5
  • 1 stars: 10 10