Buffalo Lake campground
Buffalo Lake
What's on-site at Buffalo Lake
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 Buffalo Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talus Terrace | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Dunanda Falls | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| 9a6 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Boundary Creek | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Ouzel Falls | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Buffalo Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Springs At Big Springs Id | 128 cfs | → |
| Henrys Fork Nr Island Park Id | 526 cfs | → |
| Falls River Ab Yellowstone Canal Nr Squirrel Id | 955 cfs | → |
| Henrys Fork Blw Coffee Pot Rapids Nr Macks Inn Id | 372 cfs | → |
| Falls River Nr Squirrel Id | 754 cfs | → |
| Firehole River Near West Yellowstone Mt | 283 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Buffalo Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bear | 39.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Black Bear | 39.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Old Faithful Rs - Coop | 30.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Island Park | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Island Park | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Madison Plateau | 13.0 in | -1.0 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
- Gallatin National Forest
- Yellowstone National Park
- Harriman State Park
- Henrys Lake State Park
- John D Rockefeller Jr Memorial Parkway
- Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
Boat launches
- Big Springs Boating Launch
- Old Highway Island Park
- Forest Road 413 Fremont County
- Fremont County
- Island Park Boating Site
- Mccrea Road Fremont County
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Big Springs Bridge Wildlife Viewing Site
- Old Faithful Visitor Education Center
- Old Faithful Static Webcam
- Old Faithful Live Webcam
- Lower Mesa Falls Observation Site
- West Entrance Traffic Webcam
Paddle runs
- The Headwaters To The Confluence With Falls River
- The Headwaters To Ends Approximately At Kepler Cascades
- Cave Falls Run
- Buffalo River Springs To Confluence With Elk Creek
- Begins Approximately At Kepler Cascades To The Confluence With The Madison River
- Elk Creek To Slackwater Of Ponds Power Dam
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 Buffalo Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Buffalo Lake
Can I make reservations at Buffalo Lake?
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 Buffalo Lake?
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 Buffalo Lake.