Norris Campground in Yellowstone National Park

Last Updated: 2023-08-27

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Norris Campground Introduction

CLOSED IN 2023. This campground–elevation 7,500 feet (2,286 m)–is located near a large open meadow, which provides opportunity for wildlife viewing. Bison frequently walk through the campground. Most sites are shaded by lodgepole pine. The Museum of the National Park Ranger is a quick walk from the campground, as are Norris Geyser Basin Museum and Norris Geyser Basin–the hottest and most changeable thermal area in Yellowstone. This is a reservable campground run by the National Park Service.

Norris Campground Address

GPS Coordinates: N 44 44.27088 W 110 41.6169
Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190

GPS: 44.73784854861962,-110.69361508287096

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Directions to Norris Campground

Located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) north of Norris Junction.

Norris 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.

Norris 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.

Norris Campground Reservation

Reservations not yet available.

Norris Campground Campsites Count: 112

Total reservable sites: 112
Total first come first serve sites: 0
Total campsites: 112
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.