Summary
No reservations or permits are required, and camping is free. Amenities are minimal—no toilets, water, hookups, or trash services—so pack in and out. Some sites may have makeshift fire rings, but bring your own grill. RV access is limited due to rough, narrow roads. Expect solitude, dense forests, and mountain views. Nearby hikes include the Elk Tongue and Rock Creek trails. Best visited July–September, after snowmelt. Ideal for backcountry-minded campers seeking remote, rugged beauty.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Elk Tongue
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Upper Slough Ck Stock S.
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Slough Creek
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Upper Slough Creek Stock N
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Upper Slough Creek
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Hornaday Creek
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NOHRSC NORTHEAST ENTRANCE
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0" |
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NORTHEAST ENTRANCE
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TOWER FALLS RS - COOP
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FISHER CREEK
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16" |
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NOHRSC WHITE MILL
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13" |
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WHITE MILL
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13" |
River Runs
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The Headwaters To Ends Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park'S Main Road
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Begins Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park'S Main Road To The Confluence With Lamar River
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The Confluence With Soda Butte Creek To The Confluence With The Yellowstone River
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Northeast Yellowstone National Park Boundary, Near Cooke City To The Confluence With Lamar River
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Begins 1/4 Mile Downstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt To Northern Park Boundary
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Begins 1/4 Mile Upstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt To Ends 1/4 Mile Downstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt