Imperial 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 Imperial Meadows, from its official website.
Booking & season
Pitches & accommodation
Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Imperial Meadows.
Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Imperial 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 Imperial 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
mountain in Teton County, Wyoming, United States of America
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The Grand Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone National Park is the largest hot spring in the Yellowstone National Park, and the third largest in the world, after Frying Pan Lake in New Zealand and Boiling Lake in Dominica. It is located in the Midway Geyser Basin.
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hill group in Yellowstone National Park in 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
cascade type waterfall in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
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waterfall in Teton County, Wyoming, United States of America
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Old Faithful Basin General Store
- Old Faithful General Store
⛽ Fuel
Old Faithful Lower 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 Imperial Meadows.
Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Imperial Meadows.
How much does it cost to camp at Imperial Meadows?
Imperial Meadows charges a camping fee.
Do I need to book ahead for Imperial Meadows?
Yes, a reservation is required. You can check availability on the official website.
Can I bring an RV or caravan to Imperial Meadows?
No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.
Can I pitch a tent at Imperial Meadows?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
How many sites does Imperial Meadows have?
Imperial Meadows has around 12 pitches.
Who runs Imperial Meadows?
Imperial Meadows is operated by National Park Service.
When is Imperial Meadows open?
Imperial Meadows is open year-round.
Reviews
Ratings, nightly prices and photos from people who’ve camped here.
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Other campgrounds nearby
More places to camp close to Imperial Meadows.
- Fairy Meadows · National Park Service
- Goose Lake · National Park Service
- Sentinel Meadows East · National Park Service
- Firehole Falls · National Park Service
- Firehole Meadows · National Park Service
- Mallard Lake Outlet · National Park Service