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Colonnade Fall

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Yellowstone has a designated backcountry campsite system and a Backcountry Use Permit is required for overnight stays. (via site)

Tents Walk-in only

Key facts

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Booking & season

SeasonOpen year-round

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches12

Facilities & details

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Reservationrequired
Capacity12
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Caravans / RV
Backcountry

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🏞️ Attractions

Birch Hills (2,225 m)Summits & peaks0 km · ~1 min walkDirections ↗
Upper Colonnade Falls
Upper Colonnade FallsWaterfalls

Les chutes Colonnade (en anglais : Colonnade Falls) sont un ensemble de deux cascades sur la rivière Bechler, juste en aval de Iris Falls dans le parc national de Yellowstone. Elles sont accessibles via le sentier de la rivière Bechler. Les chutes ont été nommées en 1885 par des membres du Arnold Hague Geological Survey, probablement parce qu'elles ressemblent à une rangée de colonnes à intervalle

0 km · ~1 min walkDirections ↗
Iris Falls
Iris FallsWaterfalls

Iris Falls is a waterfall on the Bechler River in Yellowstone National Park. Iris Falls is located just upstream from Colonnade Falls and is accessible via the Bechler River Trail. The falls were named in 1885 by members of the Arnold Hague Geological Survey for Iris, the mythological Greek goddess of the rainbow.

0 km · ~1 min walkDirections ↗
Colonnade Falls OverlookAttractions

Les chutes Colonnade (en anglais : Colonnade Falls) sont un ensemble de deux cascades sur la rivière Bechler, juste en aval de Iris Falls dans le parc national de Yellowstone. Elles sont accessibles via le sentier de la rivière Bechler. Les chutes ont été nommées en 1885 par des membres du Arnold Hague Geological Survey, probablement parce qu'elles ressemblent à une rangée de colonnes à intervalle

0 km · ~1 min walkDirections ↗
Cave Falls Picnic Area
Cave Falls Picnic AreaAttractions

Bechler Falls ht. 15 feet (4.6 m) is a waterfall on the Bechler River in Yellowstone National Park. Bechler Falls is the last waterfall on the Bechler River and is approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) from the confluence with the Fall River. It can be reached via the Bechler River trail approximately 3.5 miles (5.6 km) from the Cave Falls trailhead at the south boundary of the park. The falls were nam

0 km · ~1 min walkDirections ↗
Winegar Hole WildernessParks & play

The Winegar Hole Wilderness is located in the U.S. state of Wyoming. Designated wilderness by Congress in 1984, the wilderness is within Caribou-Targhee National Forest and borders Yellowstone National Park. The wilderness was created to further protect what is considered to be prime grizzly bear habitat. The wilderness is an integral part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

2.6 km · ~5 min driveDirections ↗
Douglas Knob (2,593 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in United States of America

184.2 km · ~186 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

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How much does it cost to camp at Colonnade Fall?

Colonnade Fall charges a camping fee.

Do I need to book ahead for Colonnade Fall?

Yes, a reservation is required. You can check availability on the official website.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Colonnade Fall?

No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.

Can I pitch a tent at Colonnade Fall?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

How many sites does Colonnade Fall have?

Colonnade Fall has around 12 pitches.

Who runs Colonnade Fall?

Colonnade Fall is operated by National Park Service.

When is Colonnade Fall open?

Colonnade Fall is open year-round.

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