Firehole Meadows
Yellowstone has a designated backcountry campsite system and a Backcountry Use Permit is required for overnight stays. (via site)
Key facts
At-a-glance details for Firehole Meadows, from its official website.
Booking & season
Pitches & accommodation
Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Firehole Meadows.
Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Firehole Meadows.
- This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.
- Reserve ahead — this campground requires a booking.
- Bring cash for fees in case card payment isn't available on site.
Location
Where Firehole Meadows sits on the map and how to get there.
What’s nearby
Shops, drinking water, fuel and attractions within reach of the site.
🏞️ Attractions
Morning Glory Pool is a hot spring in the Yellowstone Upper Geyser Basin of the United States. The spring is also known by the name Morning Glory Spring.
cascade type waterfall in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

Mystic Falls is a 70-foot (21 m) cascade type waterfall on the Little Firehole River, a tributary of the Firehole River in Yellowstone National Park. Originally named Little Firehole Falls by members of the 1872 Hayden Geologic Survey, the name was changed to Mystic Falls by members of the Arnold Hague Geological Survey in 1885 for unknown reasons. Mystic Falls is reached via the 1.2 miles (1.9 km
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hill in Teton County, Wyoming, United States of America

Kepler Cascades est une cascade située sur la rivière Firehole, dans le sud-ouest du parc national de Yellowstone, aux États-Unis. Les cascades sont situées à environ 2,6 km au sud d’Old Faithful.
mountain in Teton County, Wyoming, United States of America
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🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Old Faithful Basin General Store
- Old Faithful General Store
⛽ Fuel
Old Faithful Lower Service Station
Old Faithful Upper Service Station
🍽️ Food & drink
- Basin Store
- Bear Paw Deli
- Old Faithful Inn Dining Room
➕ Medical
- Old Faithful Clinic
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
Weather
Current conditions and the forecast to help you plan your trip.
Best time to visit
Typical monthly temperature and rainfall at Firehole Meadows.
Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Firehole Meadows.
How much does it cost to camp at Firehole Meadows?
Firehole Meadows charges a camping fee.
Do I need to book ahead for Firehole Meadows?
Yes, a reservation is required. You can check availability on the official website.
Can I bring an RV or caravan to Firehole Meadows?
No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.
Can I pitch a tent at Firehole Meadows?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
How many sites does Firehole Meadows have?
Firehole Meadows has around 10 pitches.
Who runs Firehole Meadows?
Firehole Meadows is operated by National Park Service.
When is Firehole Meadows open?
Firehole Meadows is open year-round.
Reviews
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Other campgrounds nearby
More places to camp close to Firehole Meadows.
- Firehole Falls · National Park Service
- Summit Lake · National Park Service
- Imperial Meadows · National Park Service
- Fairy Meadows · National Park Service
- Goose Lake · National Park Service
- Sentinel Meadows East · National Park Service