Upper Firehole
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 Upper Firehole, from its official website.
Booking & season
Pitches & accommodation
Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Upper Firehole.
Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Upper Firehole.
- 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 Upper Firehole sits on the map and how to get there.
What’s nearby
Shops, drinking water, fuel and attractions within reach of the site.
🏞️ Attractions
Lone Star Geyser est un geyser de type « cône » situé dans le Lone Star Geyser Basin dans le parc national de Yellowstone aux États-Unis. Le bassin d'arrière-pays situé à 4,8 km au sud-est de Old Faithful Geyser et du Upper Geyser Basin. On arrive au geyser via une ancienne voie de service ouverte aux randonneurs et aux cyclistes dont le point de départ est à côté des Cascades Kepler sur le Grand
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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.
hill in Teton County, Wyoming, United States of America
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
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Old Faithful General Store
- Old Faithful Basin General Store
⛽ Fuel
Old Faithful Upper Service Station
🍽️ Food & drink
- Firehole Lounge
- Snow Lodge Obsidian Dining Room
- Geyser Grill
➕ 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 Upper Firehole.
Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Upper Firehole.
How much does it cost to camp at Upper Firehole?
Upper Firehole charges a camping fee.
Do I need to book ahead for Upper Firehole?
Yes, a reservation is required. You can check availability on the official website.
Can I bring an RV or caravan to Upper Firehole?
No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.
Can I pitch a tent at Upper Firehole?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
How many sites does Upper Firehole have?
Upper Firehole has around 6 pitches.
Who runs Upper Firehole?
Upper Firehole is operated by National Park Service.
When is Upper Firehole open?
Upper Firehole is open year-round.
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- Mallard Lake Outlet · National Park Service