Upper Coffee Pot campground
Upper Coffee Pot
The campground amenities include vault toilets and potable water, but there are no hookups available for RVs. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so visitors are advised to arrive early to secure a spot. The campground has 26 campsites, accommodating tents and RVs up to 22 feet in length.
An interesting fact about the area is that the Upper Coffee Pot Creek provides habitat for the threatened bull trout, which is a prized game fish in the area. Visitors are advised to practice catch and release to help preserve this important species.
The best time of year to visit the Upper Coffee Pot camping area is during the summer months, from June to September, when temperatures are mild, ranging from the mid-60s to the mid-70s during the day, and dropping to the low 40s at night. This is an ideal time for outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, and camping.
What's on-site at Upper Coffee Pot
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Upper Coffee Pot, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Coffeepot Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Flat Rock | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Flatrock Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Mccrea Bridge Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mccrea Bridge | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Coffee Pot -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Henrys Fork Blw Coffee Pot Rapids Nr Macks Inn Id | 372 cfs | → |
| Henrys Fork Nr Island Park Id | 276 cfs | → |
| Big Springs At Big Springs Id | 128 cfs | → |
| Henrys Fork Nr Lake Id | 8 cfs | → |
| Red Rock Cr Ab Lakes Nr Lakeview Mt | 64 cfs | → |
| Madison River Near West Yellowstone Mt | 495 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Coffee Pot -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Elephant | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Island Park | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Island Park | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Black Bear | 42.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Black Bear | 45.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Whiskey Creek | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Henrys Lake State Park
- Gallatin National Forest
- Harriman State Park
- Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
- Wilderness Lee Metcalf
- Yellowstone National Park
Boat launches
- Mccrea Road Fremont County
- Forest Road 413 Fremont County
- Fremont County
- Island Park Boating Site
- Big Springs Boating Launch
- Old Highway Island Park
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Upper Coffee Pot as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Coffee Pot
Can I make reservations at Upper Coffee Pot?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Upper Coffee Pot?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Upper Coffee Pot.