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Wyoming, Montana, Idaho

Yellowstone Camping & Park Guide

The first U.S. national park, spanning Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, known for its geysers, hot springs, Yellowstone Lake, and wildlife.

Photo: NPS / Jacob W. Frank (public domain)

Draft guide. The official facts below are researched and sourced. Our firsthand sections (campground verdicts, scores, tips) are still being written from our trip notes. Firsthand words so far: 0/150, scores pending.

Our visit

Our visit (from David & Keri)
  • When did you visit Yellowstone (month/year), how many nights, and was it tent, trailer or no camping?
  • One or two sentences: what kind of trip was it, and who is this park perfect for?

Is Yellowstone open right now?

Open, 2 closures inside the park as of Oct 29, 2026 (from active NPS alerts; updated daily)

  • Park ClosureBiscuit Basin Closed Due to Hydrothermal Explosion The parking lot, boardwalk, and Firehole River at Biscuit Basin, located north of Old Faithful, is closed to all travel until further notice due to the possibility of another event at the site of a hydrothermal explos… details
  • Park ClosureBeartooth Highway Temporary Closure The Beartooth Highway (US-212) between Red Lodge and Cooke City/Silver Gate, Montana, will close temporarily at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9 in preparation for winter weather and anticipated hazardous driving conditions. … details
  • InformationVehicle Entrance Reservation Not Needed Although an entrance pass is required to enter Yellowstone National Park, vehicle reservations are not needed. You are encouraged to purchase an entrance pass before arriving, but you may also purchase passes at any e… details
  • CautionStay Away From Bull Elk Bull elk are fast and unpredictable this time of year and can seriously injure people. If an elk charges, run. In addition to staying at least 25 yards (23 m) away from elk and bison, always stay at least 100 yards (9… details
  • InformationTraffic Delays - Gardner River High Bridge Expect a single lane of traffic with up to 15-minute delays, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from April 1 through late October 2026. Oversized/overweight vehicles (8'6"+ wide, 75'+ long, 80,000 lbs+ gross vehicle w… details
  • InformationTraffic Delays - Yellowstone River Bridge Expect up to 30-minute delays on the Yellowstone River Bridge, near Tower Junction, while crews perform paving operations. Crews will work during the day until Aug. 7, and at night Aug. 9-15. Dates and times are subje… details

See all 7 alerts

This is our daily read of the official alerts, not an official status. Confirm on nps.gov current conditions before you drive.

What changed for 2026

Entry: No. NPS says 'Vehicle Reservations Not Required to Enter Yellowstone.' You still need an entrance pass, which you can buy online in advance or at any entrance station. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov

Fees: Private vehicle $35 (7 days); motorcycle $30 (7 days); snowmobile $30 (7 days); on foot, bicycle, or ski $20 per person aged 16+. Yellowstone Annual Pass $70. America the Beautiful pass: $80 resident annual, $250 non-resident annual. Each non-US resident aged 16+ pays an extra $100 nonresident fee on top of the standard fee, unless admitted with an Annual or America the Beautiful pass. In 2026 the fee-free entrance days apply to US citizens and residents only: Feb 16, May 25, Jun 14, Jul 3–5, Aug 25, Sep 17, Oct 27, and Nov 11.

  • No vehicle reservation; nonresident fee. You do not need a timed-entry or vehicle reservation in 2026. Non-US residents aged 16+ pay a $100 nonresident fee in addition to the standard entrance fee, unless they hold an Annual or America the Beautiful pass, and the 2026 free entrance days apply only to US citizens and residents. Last verified 2026-10-28 · Fees & Passes - Yellowstone National Park
  • Campground booking moves to Recreation.gov in 2027. From the 2027 season, all campground reservations, including the five run by Yellowstone National Park Lodges, are made through Recreation.gov. Bookings open on a rolling basis about six months ahead. In 2026, the Lodges campgrounds were still booked through the Lodges. Last verified 2026-10-28 · Camping - Yellowstone National Park
  • Gardner River High Bridge: one lane, no oversize vehicles. From April 13 to November 24, 2026, traffic on the bridge 0.5 mile southeast of Mammoth is single-lane 24/7 with delays of up to 15 minutes. Oversized or overweight vehicles (8'6"+ wide, 75'+ long, or 80,000+ lbs gross vehicle weight) may not cross. Last verified 2026-10-28 · Park Roads - Yellowstone National Park
  • Wildlife distances. You may not knowingly approach or stay within 100 yards of bears, wolves, or cougars, or within 25 yards of any other wildlife. Last verified 2026-10-28 · Laws & Policies - Yellowstone National Park (updated Sept 17, 2026)
  • Hydrothermal areas. Leaving boardwalks or designated trails in hydrothermal areas is prohibited, and so is swimming in hot springs. Food and drinks other than water are not allowed in thermal areas unless carried in a pack-like container. Last verified 2026-10-28 · Laws & Policies - Yellowstone National Park (updated Sept 17, 2026)
  • Drones prohibited. Launching, landing, or flying unmanned aircraft on NPS land in Yellowstone is prohibited unless the Superintendent approves it in writing. Last verified 2026-10-28 · Laws & Policies - Yellowstone National Park (updated Sept 17, 2026)
  • No camping outside designated campgrounds. You may not camp or park overnight in a vehicle outside designated campgrounds, including pullouts, parking areas, and picnic grounds. Last verified 2026-10-28 · Camping in Yellowstone - Yellowstone National Park
  • Swim area closures. The Firehole River Swim Area is closed. Swimming at Boiling River is not possible because of damage from the 2022 floods. Last verified 2026-10-28 · Current Conditions - Yellowstone National Park

When to go

Best months: September (draft score, David & Keri reviewing) · Best parks by month

Official data, not firsthand
  • Spring: Roads open in stages, typically at 8:00 a.m. on opening day. The projected 2026 openings were: April 17 for West Entrance–Madison–Old Faithful/Norris, Mammoth–Norris, and Norris–Canyon; May 1 for the East Entrance (Sylvan Pass) and Canyon–Bridge Bay; May 8 for the South Entrance and West Thumb segments; and May 22 for Dunraven Pass and the Beartooth Highway. All dates depend on the weather. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
  • Summer: This is the peak season. All campgrounds and visitor centers are open. In 2026, for example, Grant Village Campground ran June 26–Sept 26 and the Fishing Bridge and Grant visitor centers ran May 17–Oct 3. The standard fishing season runs from the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through Oct 31. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
  • Fall: Campgrounds close in stages from mid-September; in 2026 Bridge Bay closed Sept 13, Canyon Sept 19, and Madison and Fishing Bridge RV Park Oct 17. Oct 31, 2026 was the last day to drive most roads. Dunraven Pass stayed open through Oct 31, weather permitting. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
  • Winter: From Nov 1, 2026, most park roads and the West, South, and East entrances are closed to regular vehicles. Only the North Entrance (Gardiner)–Mammoth–Lamar Valley–Northeast Entrance road stays open to cars year-round, weather permitting. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
  • Winter: Snowmobile and snowcoach travel on groomed roads runs Dec 15, 2026 to March 7–15, 2027, depending on the road segment. Old Faithful Snow Lodge and Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel are open in winter. Mammoth Campground is first-come, first-served. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
  • Overall: Mammoth Campground is the only campground open year-round, and the North–Northeast road is the only road open year-round. Most other roads and facilities operate roughly late April through October. Operating dates can change without advance notice. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
Our pick for timing
  • What month would you go back to Yellowstone, and why?

Is one extra day worth it?

Coming from David & Keri
  • How many days did you spend in Yellowstone? What would one extra day buy you (a hike, a sunrise, an area), or would you spend that night at another park instead?

Camping in Yellowstone

Each campground shows the official details (Official data, not firsthand) and, where we stayed, our “We Camped Here” verdict.

Bridge Bay Campground (concession: Yellowstone National Park Lodges)

Yellowstone Lake

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsReservation required. Booked through Yellowstone National Park Lodges for 2026; through Recreation.gov from the 2027 season, opening about 6 months ahead on a rolling basis.
Season2026: May 15 – Sept 13
Sites431
Max RV/trailer60 ft per the NPS table; the largest Lodges site category is RV up to 40 ft combined
Hookupsnone
Dump stationNot published
Fee$38 + taxes (NPS table labeled 2027)

Has group sites ($165–$475/night via the Lodges). Generators allowed only at RV or combination sites, 8 a.m.–8 p.m., limited to 60 dB at 50 ft. Quiet hours 10 p.m.–6 a.m. Access or Senior pass holders get 50% off.

Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Canyon Campground (concession: Yellowstone National Park Lodges)

Canyon Village

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsReservation required. Booked through the Lodges for 2026; through Recreation.gov from 2027, about 6 months ahead on a rolling basis.
Season2026: May 29 – Sept 19
Sites272
Max RV/trailer40 ft
Hookupsnone
Dump stationNot published
Fee$45 + taxes (NPS table labeled 2027)

Showers and laundry on site. Generators 8 a.m.–8 p.m. at RV or combination sites only.

Last verified 2026-10-28 · yellowstonenationalparklodges.com

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Fishing Bridge RV Park (concession: Yellowstone National Park Lodges)

Yellowstone Lake / Fishing Bridge

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsReservation required. Booked through the Lodges for 2026; through Recreation.gov from 2027, about 6 months ahead on a rolling basis.
Season2026: May 8 – Oct 17
Sites310
Max RV/trailer95 ft combined; sites come in 30–40, 50–65, and 70–95 ft categories
Hookupsfull (water, sewer, 50-amp electric)
Dump stationNot published
Fee$94 + taxes (NPS table labeled 2027)

The only campground in the park with hookups. Hard-sided RVs only; no tents or tent-trailers. No stay limit. Showers and laundry on site. The Access/Senior discount does not apply.

Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Grant Village Campground (concession: Yellowstone National Park Lodges)

West Thumb / Grant Village

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsReservation required. Booked through the Lodges for 2026; through Recreation.gov from 2027, about 6 months ahead on a rolling basis.
Season2026: June 26 – Sept 26
Sites429
Max RV/trailer50 ft per the NPS table; the largest Lodges site category is RV up to 40 ft combined
Hookupsnone
Dump stationNot published
Fee$45 + taxes (NPS table labeled 2027)

Group sites available. Showers and laundry on site. Generators 8 a.m.–8 p.m. at RV or combination sites only.

Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Madison Campground (concession: Yellowstone National Park Lodges)

Madison Junction

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsReservation required. Booked through the Lodges for 2026; through Recreation.gov from 2027, about 6 months ahead on a rolling basis.
Season2026: May 1 – Oct 17
Sites276
Max RV/trailer60 ft per the NPS table; the largest Lodges site category is RV up to 40 ft combined
Hookupsnone
Dump stationNot published
Fee$38 + taxes (NPS table labeled 2027)

Group sites available. Generators 8 a.m.–8 p.m. at RV or combination sites only.

Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Mammoth Campground (NPS)

Mammoth Hot Springs

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsRecreation.gov reservations in the main season. First-come, first-served in winter: NPS says Oct 15 – Apr 1, while Recreation.gov says Oct 16 – Apr 16, with winter payment through the Recreation.gov app.
SeasonOpen year-round
Sites82
Max RV/trailer30 ft from November through April (Recreation.gov). An NPS table footnote gives a winter limit and a 45 ft limit May through mid-October.
Hookupsnone
Dump stationNot published
Fee$25

The only campground open year-round. Generators prohibited 8 p.m.–8 a.m. and must be off during the day when the site is unoccupied.

Last verified 2026-10-28 · recreation.gov

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Indian Creek Campground (NPS)

Between Mammoth and Norris

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsRecreation.gov, about 6 months ahead on a rolling basis
Season2026: June 12 – Sept 14 (the NPS campground table lists TBD)
Sites70
Max RV/trailer35 ft
Hookupsnone
Dump stationNot published
Fee$20
Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Lewis Lake Campground (NPS)

South Entrance road, about 12 miles north of the South Entrance

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsRecreation.gov, about 6 months ahead on a rolling basis
Season2026: June 15 – Oct 11
Sites84
Max RV/trailer25 ft total including trailers, strictly enforced
Hookupsnone
Dump stationNot published
Fee$20

Generators prohibited. Potable water about July 1 – Oct 1. Vault toilets, a boat launch, no showers, and no cell reception. Checkout is 10 a.m.

Last verified 2026-10-28 · recreation.gov

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Slough Creek Campground (NPS)

Lamar Valley, at the end of a 2-mile dirt road, about 7 miles from Tower-Roosevelt

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsRecreation.gov, about 6 months ahead on a rolling basis
Season2026: June 15 – Oct 12
Sites16
Max RV/trailerVehicles over 25 ft not recommended because of a very tight turnaround
Hookupsnone
Dump stationNot published
Fee$20

Generators not allowed. Seasonal vault toilets. Best suited to tents and small RVs.

Last verified 2026-10-28 · recreation.gov

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Tower Fall Campground (NPS)

Tower-Roosevelt, on the road to Dunraven Pass

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsRecreation.gov, about 6 months ahead on a rolling basis
Season2026: May 22 – Sept 27
Sites31
Max RV/trailerNot published
Hookupsnone
Dump stationNot published
Fee$20

Generators prohibited. Seasonal vault toilets and no showers. Stay limit is 14 days from July 1 through Labor Day and 30 days otherwise, with a 44-day season cap across all park campgrounds.

Last verified 2026-10-28 · recreation.gov

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Pebble Creek Campground (NPS)

Northeast Entrance road

Official data, not firsthand
ReservationsWhen open: reservations Apr 15 – Oct 15, first-come otherwise
SeasonClosed until further notice for 2022 flood recovery
Sites27
Max RV/trailerNot published
Hookupsnone
Dump stationNot published
FeeNot published

Closed through 2026.

Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov

We Camped Here: our verdict

Awaiting David & Keri’s notes: did we camp here? If yes: best loops/sites, what rig really fits, our two scores (1–10), and “skip it if…”. If not, this will say “We hiked it, didn’t camp.”

Private campsites near the parknear Yellowstone if the park campgrounds are fullPartner link (Hipcamp) coming soon
Rent an RV or travel trailerfor a Yellowstone tripPartner link (Outdoorsy) coming soon
Compare RV rentalsPartner link (RVshare) coming soon

Rig fit: RVs and travel trailers

Official data, not firsthand
  • General RV length: The NPS directions page says 'The maximum length for recreation vehicles is 75 feet.' Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
  • Gardner River High Bridge (near Mammoth): From April 13 to November 24, 2026, oversized or overweight vehicles (8'6"+ wide, 75'+ long, or 80,000+ lbs gross vehicle weight) may not cross. Traffic is single-lane with delays of up to 15 minutes, 24/7. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
  • Oversize/overweight vehicle travel hours: Oversize and overweight vehicles may travel only between 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., unless the Superintendent permits otherwise. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
  • Firehole Canyon Drive: Closed to wheeled buses, trailers, and recreational vehicles. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
  • Upper Terrace Drive (Mammoth Hot Springs): RVs and vehicles towing trailers are not permitted because the road is steep and narrow. The drive is closed to vehicles in winter. Last verified 2026-10-28 · home.nps.gov
  • Campground length limits: Fishing Bridge RV Park takes hard-sided RVs up to 95 ft combined. Other limits: Bridge Bay and Madison 60 ft, Grant 50 ft, Canyon 40 ft (NPS table), Indian Creek 35 ft, Mammoth 30 ft in winter, Lewis Lake 25 ft (strictly enforced). At Slough Creek, vehicles over 25 ft are not recommended. The general campground limit is 45 ft May through mid-October. Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov
We towed it (from David & Keri)
  • What did you tow or drive here (trailer length + tow vehicle)? Any tight turns, grades, tunnels or lots to warn people about? Where did you leave the trailer while sightseeing?

Hike permits & lotteries

PermitHowWhenFee
Backcountry camping permit
Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov		Required year-round for any overnight backcountry stay. Apply to the Early Access Lottery on Recreation.gov ($10 non-refundable application). Winners get a randomized time to book one reservation. General booking opens after that, and about 25% of sites are held for walk-up permits. A reservation is not a permit: you must pick the permit up in person at a backcountry office up to 2 days before the trip.Lottery applications Mar 1 – Mar 20. Winners book Apr 1–24 (one FAQ says Apr 25). General booking opens Apr 26 for peak season (May 15 – Oct 31) and Oct 6 for non-peak season (Nov 1 – May 14). Book at least 3 days before the trip.$5 per person per night plus a $10 reservation fee; $10 lottery fee
Yellowstone fishing permit
Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov		Required for anglers aged 16+; state licenses are not valid in the park. Buy online on Recreation.gov before arriving.The standard season runs from the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through Oct 31. Some river sections open May 1 or year-round.3-day $40; 7-day $55; season $75
Boat permit and aquatic invasive species (AIS) inspection
Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov		Every watercraft needs a Yellowstone AIS inspection and a permit before launching, including kayaks, paddleboards, and float tubes. Get both at Grant or Lewis Lake ranger stations (Lewis Lake does not sell permits). Motorized boats are allowed only on Yellowstone and Lewis lakes, up to 40 ft.Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through Oct 31. In 2026, Grant and Lewis Lake inspections ran 5/23–10/31, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.Non-motorized: $20 for 7 days or $30 for the season. Motorized: $40 for 7 days or $60 for the season.
Non-Commercially Guided Snowmobile Access Program (2026–2027)
Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov		Apply to the lottery on Recreation.gov. Each permit covers a group of up to 5 snowmobiles for trips of up to 3 days. The permit holder must be at least 18 on the first day of the trip.Applications Aug 1–31, 2026. Winners notified in early September. Unclaimed or canceled permits go on sale first-come, first-served from Oct 1, 2026.$40 per day plus a $6 application fee
Campground reservations
Last verified 2026-10-28 · nps.gov		Recreation.gov for NPS-run campgrounds and, from 2027, for all campgrounds. In 2026, the Lodges campgrounds (Bridge Bay, Canyon, Grant, Madison, Fishing Bridge RV Park) were booked through the Lodges. All campsites must be reserved in advance, except Mammoth's winter first-come sites.About 6 months ahead, on a rolling basisVaries by campground ($20–$94 per night per the NPS table)
Our permit tips
  • Did you apply for any permits/lotteries here? What worked, and what would you tell a first-timer?

Where to stay & what to do in town

Gardiner, MT

Within five miles, at the North Entrance (NPS)

Its road to the Northeast Entrance via Mammoth and Lamar Valley is the only park road open to cars year-round. It is open year-round, with lodging, dining, and services, and commercial transportation from Bozeman.

West Yellowstone, MT

Within five miles, at the West Entrance (NPS)

Has year-round bus service from Bozeman and seasonal commercial flights (early May to mid-October). It is a staging point for winter snowmobile and snowcoach trips.

Cooke City / Silver Gate, MT

Within five miles, at the Northeast Entrance (NPS)

Small year-round communities reached through the park in winter. The road east of Cooke City closes to wheeled vehicles in winter.

Cody, WY

Within 50 miles, east of the East Entrance (NPS)

Larger town with an airport served year-round and summer commercial transportation to the park.

Popular guided tours nearby

  • Guided wildlife-watching tours in Lamar and Hayden valleys
  • Snowcoach and guided snowmobile tours from West Yellowstone, Gardiner, Mammoth, and Old Faithful in winter
  • Guided geyser basin tours (Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic / Midway, Norris)
  • Yellowstone Lake boat tours and scenic cruises from Bridge Bay
  • Guided fly-fishing trips on the Madison, Firehole, and Yellowstone rivers
  • Horseback and wagon rides at Roosevelt and Canyon
  • Day tours from Jackson that combine Grand Teton and Yellowstone
Guided toursaround YellowstonePartner link (Viator) coming soon
Our town picks
  • Where did you stay or eat outside the park that you would recommend (or avoid)? Any must-do in town?

David & Keri’s hot tips

Coming from our trip notes
  • 5–10 quick tips only someone who has been there would know (parking, timing, a trail, a mistake to avoid).

What we’d do differently

Three things we got wrong (coming from David & Keri)

Wrong entrance, wrong month, a missed shuttle, too few nights: the honest list.

  • 1. …
  • 2. …
  • 3. …

Sources & corrections

All official facts on this page were last verified 2026-10-28 against the linked National Park Service and Recreation.gov pages. Park rules change; confirm before you go.

Where sources disagree

  • The NPS campgrounds page labels its table '2027', but the NPS operating-dates page gives different 2026 dates. Bridge Bay: table 5/7–10/16 vs 2026 May 15–Sept 13. Madison: table 5/7–10/16 vs 2026 May 1–Oct 17. Grant: table 6/18–9/25 vs 2026 June 26–Sept 26. Canyon: table 5/28–9/18 vs 2026 May 29–Sept 19. Indian Creek: table 'TBD' vs 2026 June 12–Sept 14.
  • Mammoth winter first-come period: the NPS campgrounds page says Oct 15 – Apr 1; Recreation.gov says Oct 16 – Apr 16, with reservations required from April 15.
  • Mammoth RV length: Recreation.gov says 30 ft from November through April. An NPS table footnote gives an unspecified winter limit and 45 ft from May through mid-October.
  • Max RV length at Bridge Bay, Madison, and Grant: the NPS table gives 60/60/50 ft, but the largest Lodges site category is RV up to 40 ft combined.
  • The NPS directions page gives a 75 ft maximum RV length, while Fishing Bridge RV Park advertises sites for hard-sided RVs up to 95 ft combined.
  • Backcountry Early Access Lottery: winners' booking period ends April 24 on the main page but April 25 in one FAQ entry.
  • The NPS campgrounds page says 'all campsites must be reserved in advance' but also lists Mammoth as open year-round with winter first-come sites.
  • Dunraven Pass: the Park Roads page projected a closure around Oct 12, 2026; the Oct 21, 2026 news release says it stays open through Oct 31, weather permitting.

Spot something out of date? Tell us and we’ll fix it and log the correction. Photos: NPS / Jacob W. Frank; NPS / Jacob W. Frank; NPS / Brett Raeburn (NPS, public domain).