Overview Slough Creek is near some of the best wildlife watching opportunities in the park. The campground is at the end of a two mile dirt road, and best suited for tents and small RVs. There are plenty of hiking and fishing opportunities in the area, including the Slough Creek Trail which begins nearby. Nighttime off…
Overview Slough Creek is near some of the best wildlife watching opportunities in the park. The campground is at the end of a two mile dirt road, and best suited for tents and small RVs. There are plenty of hiking and fishing opportunities in the area, including the Slough Creek Trail which begins nearby. Nighttime offers a quiet, unimpeded view of the stars and the possibility of hearing wolves howl. Elevation: 6,250 ft (1905 m). Recreation There are many opportunities for recreation in the Slough Creek area including hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, backpacking and photography. Visit the Tower-Roosevelt and the Northeast page on the Yellowstone National Park website to learn more.Facilities Slough Creek Campground offers: 16 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 Slough Creek Campground is on the park's Northern Range, a few miles from where Slough Creek meets the Lamar River. The Lamar Valley is a major summer ground for bison and elk, which attracts predators like wolves and grizzly bears, making it an excellent place to view 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 th
Photos
Magenta-pink fireweed flowers surround a blue tent at Slough Creek Campground Site #4 — NPS photoTwo tents pitched at a campsite with a firepit and picnic table along Slough creek — NPS photoA blue sky and green hills form a backdrop for Slough Creek Campsite #7 — NPS photoA tent nestled among trees at Slough Creek Campsite #14 — NPS photoSlough Creek Campground "Be Bear Aware" reminder sign on the campground entrance road. — NPS PhotoA bright orange tent and a family picnicking at Slough Creek — NPS PhotoA view of Slough Creek from campsite 7 — NPS PhotoSlough Creek Campground Site #6. — NPS photoA bright blue-green tent with Slough Creek and woods behind — NPS PhotoSlough Creek Campground Site #2 with picnic tables shaded by coniferous trees — NPS photoA light blue tent pitched at Slough Creek Campground Site #1 with trees and creek in the background — NPS photoTwo RVs and a white truck parked at a Slough Creek Campsite — NPS Photo
How to Get There
Slough Creek Campground is located about 7 miles from the Tower-Roosevelt junction within the park's Northern Range. It is about 30 miles from the park's North Entrance in Gardiner, MT and about 26 miles from the Northeast Entrance near Cooke City, MT. For more information, driving directions and maps, visit the park's website: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/directions.htm
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Plan Your Visit to Slough Creek Campground
Heading to Slough Creek Campground? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Slough Creek Campground?
No central reservation system listed for Slough Creek Campground. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/259310) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How many campsites are at Slough Creek Campground?
Slough Creek Campground has 17 campsites. Site amenities (hookups, vehicle limits, ADA access) vary — see the individual campsite pages for details.
How do I get to Slough Creek Campground?
Slough Creek Campground is located about 7 miles from the Tower-Roosevelt junction within the park's Northern Range. It is about 30 miles from the park's North Entrance in Gardiner, MT and about 26 miles from the Northeast Entrance near Cooke City, MT. For more information, driving directions and maps, visit the park's website: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/directions.htm
How do I contact Slough Creek Campground?
You can reach the park at phone: 307-344-2107 or email: [email protected].
