Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area campground
Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area
This campsite is not far from the West entrance of Yellowstone National Park, making it a great basecamp for exploring the park. Other nearby points of interest include the Wind River Range, the Beartooth Mountains, and the Shoshone National Forest.
The campsite amenities include a vault toilet, fire pits, and picnic tables. However, there is no potable water available, so be sure to bring your own. Additionally, there are no trash receptacles at the campsite, so visitors must pack out all trash.
The best time to visit the Bobcat Houlihan Upper Camping Area Campsite is during the summer months, from June to August. During this time, the average high temperatures range from the mid-60s to the low 80s, while the average lows range from the mid-30s to the low 50s.
Interesting facts about the South Fork Shoshone watershed include that it is home to the largest population of grizzly bears in the lower 48 states and that it contains some of the most pristine and untouched wilderness areas in the country.
Overall, the Bobcat Houlihan Upper Camping Area Campsite is a fantastic spot for those looking to experience the beauty and wilderness of Wyoming.
What's on-site at Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area
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 Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobcat-Houlihan Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bobcat-Houlihan Lower Camping Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wheels Of Wonderment Motorcycle Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Horse Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Big Game | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Fork Shoshone River Near Valley | 187 cfs | → |
| North Fork Shoshone River At Wapiti | 3,750 cfs | → |
| South Fork Shoshone River Ab Buffalo Bill Res | 1,250 cfs | → |
| Shoshone River Below Buffalo Bill Reservoir | 315 cfs | → |
| Greybull River At Meeteetse | 338 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Yellowstone Lk Outlet Ynp | 2,320 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Marquette Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Marquette | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blackwater | 32.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Blackwater Snotel | 33.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Timber Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Timber Creek Snotel | 0.0 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
Boat launches
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 Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area
Can I make reservations at Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
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 Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area?
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 Bobcat-Houlihan Upper Camping Area.