Slough Creek Campground campground
Slough Creek Campground
The campground provides various amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. It offers clean restrooms, potable water, and picnic tables for campers. However, it is important to note that there are no electrical hookups or showers available at this campground, so visitors should plan accordingly. Additionally, the campground does not provide Wi-Fi or cell phone service, allowing campers to truly disconnect and immerse themselves in nature.
Reservations are accepted at Slough Creek Campground, but it is recommended to make them well in advance due to the campground's popularity. The best time to visit is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is generally pleasant for camping and wildlife sightings are abundant. It is important to note that the campground is often fully booked during weekends and holidays, so early planning is advised.
When exploring the camping area, visitors should be cautious of wildlife encounters, particularly with bears. It is crucial to follow proper food storage guidelines to prevent attracting bears to the campground. Additionally, hiking in groups and making noise on trails is recommended to avoid surprising wildlife. Despite these precautions, camping in Slough Creek Campground offers an unforgettable experience surrounded by the beauty of Wyoming's wilderness.
What's on-site at Slough Creek Campground
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 Slough Creek Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slough Creek - Yellowstone National Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Lower Slough Creek | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Hornaday Creek | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Slough Creek | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Slough Ck Stock S. | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Slough Creek Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lamar River Nr Tower Falls Ranger Station Ynp | 4,610 cfs | → |
| Soda Butte Cr At Park Bndry At Silver Gate | 429 cfs | → |
| Boiling River At Mammoth | 25 cfs | → |
| Gardner River Near Mammoth Ynp | 495 cfs | → |
| Tantalus Creek At Norris Junction | 3 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Corwin Springs Mt | 8,980 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Slough Creek Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tower Falls Rs - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Northeast Entrance | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Northeast Entrance | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Canyon | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Canyon Snotel | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Monument Peak | 7.0 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.
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Mount Washburn Northeast View Webcam
- Mount Washburn South View Webcam
- Inkpot Spring
- Point Sublime
- Glacial Boulder
- Canyon Visitor Education Center
Paddle runs
- Begins Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road To The Confluence With Lamar River
- Begins 1/4 Mile Downstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt To Northern Park Boundary
- 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
- The Confluence With Soda Butte Creek To The Confluence With The Yellowstone River
- The Headwaters To Ends Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road
- Northeast Yellowstone National Park Boundary, Near Cooke City To The Confluence With Lamar River
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 Slough Creek Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Slough Creek Campground
Can I make reservations at Slough Creek Campground?
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 Slough Creek Campground?
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 Slough Creek Campground.