Tower Fall Campground

Yellowstone National Park

Tower Fall Campground—elevation 6,600 feet (2012 m)—is on the north side of the steep, winding, road to Dunraven Pass. The campground is near the Tower General Store and Tower Fall. The Lamar Valley, with spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities, is nearby as are several Day Hikes in the Tower and Northeast Area. Roosevelt Lodge, a short drive from the campground, offers dining and horseback riding.

For reservations at the campgrounds managed by Yellowstone National Park Lodges (Fishing Bridge RV Park, Bridge Bay, Canyon, Madison, and Grant Village campgrounds), please visit the Yellowstone National Park Lodges Camping web page.

Tower Fall Campground offers:

31 campsites
Food Storage Lockers - Seasonal
Trash/Recycling Collection - Seasonal
Staff or Volunteer Host On Site - Seasonal
Potable Water - May be available, seasonal
Vault Toilets - seasonal

The campground does not have showers

Need to Know

Tower Fall Campground is managed by the park. If you are looking for campgrounds managed by Yellowstone National Park Lodges (Fishing Bridge RV Park, Bridge Bay, Canyon, Madison, and Grant Village campgrounds), please visit the Yellowstone National Park Lodges Camping web page.
RV or Camper Unit Delivery Prohibited. The delivery or pick-up of out-of-park RVs or other camper unit rentals is prohibited.
Notify the Campground of Late Arrivals. To notify campground of late arrival or cancellation please call 307-344-2289
Parking. Park all wheeled vehicles, including trailers and motorcycles, on parking pads or established roadways, so as not to block or restrict traffic in campgrounds.
Maximum Campsite Occupancy. Maximum occupancy is six people per site. Camp only in designated sites. Camping is limited to 14 days from July 1 through Labor Day and to 30 days the rest of the year parkwide. The 44-day camping limit includes both concession- and park-operated campgrounds.
Wildlife/Bear Regulations.

• Keep all food and related items - beverages, cooking utensils, stoves, pet food and, empty or full, food and beverage containers such as coolers, ice chests, and water jugs - locked inside your vehicle or stored in a food storage box, unless in immediate use. Bear resistant food containers must be kept in a vehicle, in a hard-sided camping unit, or in a food storage box.

• Dispose of all trash and garbage in the provided bear-proof trash cans. Do not leave food related trash or garbage unattended.

• The park prohibits washing dishes or clothing at campground hydrants or spigots. Carry all dishwater/wastewater to the restroom toilet for disposal.
Campfires and Firewood. Wood and charcoal fires are permitted. Campfires are permitted only in established fire grates. Fires must be attended at all times. Only dead, down, and detached wood may be gathered. Wood should not extend outside the fire grate perimeter. Do not break limbs off of standing trees, living or dead. Drown campfires thoroughly with water to make sure they are completely out.

NOTE: Wood and charcoal fires may be subject to special restrictions due to fire danger. Campground information boards will list restrictions or check the Current Conditions page on the park website. Propane grills and stoves are not usually affected by fire restrictions.
Quiet Hours & Generators. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. and are strictly enforced. No loud audio devices or other noise disturbances will be allowed during this time. Tower Fall Campground prohibits generators.
Stay on Boardwalks and Trails. All travel in thermal areas is restricted to NPS designated trails and boardwalks.
Fishing. To fish within the park, persons 16 years of age and older are required to purchase and carry a Yellowstone National Park Fishing Permit (you may purchase in advance). To learn more, visit the Catch a Fish page on the park website.

Natural Features

The Tower Fall Campground is in the Tower-Roosevelt Area in the park's northern range. A short hike is located just outside the campground to get to an overlook view of Tower Fall. 7.5 miles (12 km) south of the campground, another 5 mile (8 km) trail leads to a lookout at Mt. Washburn.

The Lamar Valley, one of the major summer grounds for bison and elk that attracts predators like wolves and grizzly bears, offers excellent opportunities to Watch Wildlife. Elk, bison, deer, and pronghorn thrive in the grasslands of this area, known as the northern range. In fact, some of the largest wild herds of bison and elk in North America are found here. The northern range is critical winter habitat for these large animals, which in turn provide food for several packs of wolves. Coyotes are also common, and occasional bobcat, cougar, or red fox are reported. The gorge and cliffs between the junction and Tower Fall provide habitat for bighorn sheep, osprey, peregrine falcons, and red-tailed hawks. Both grizzly and black bears are sighted throughout the area, particularly in the spring. Black bears are more commonly seen around Tower Fall and Tower Junction. Grizzlies are sometimes seen in the Lamar Valley and on the north slopes of Mount Washburn, particularly in the spring when elk are calving. Road pullouts provide excellent places from which to watch wildlife.

Nearby Attractions

Highlights in the area include the Tower Fall overlook, Mount Washburn, the Lamar and Yellowstone Rivers, and the Lamar Valley for wildlife viewing. For more information, visit the park's Tower-Roosevelt and the Northeast page on the park website.

Recreation

For information on recreation opportunities in Yellowstone National Park please visit the Things to Do or the Tower-Roosevelt and the Northeast sections of the park website.

Changes & Cancellations

Contact Information

Mailing

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK CAMPGROUNDS P.O. BOX 168 YELLOWSTONE WY 82190

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 307-344-2107

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Driving Directions

Tower Fall campground is on the road between Tower Fall and Canyon--north of Dunraven Pass and 3.5 miles (5.6 km) south of Tower-Roosevelt Junction.

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