Upper Firehole campground
Upper Firehole
The campground amenities include fire rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets. The campground is first-come, first-served, and it has a total of 30 campsites available. An interesting fact about the area is that it is located within Yellowstone National Park, which was the first national park in the United States and is considered to be the world's first national park.
The best time of year to visit the Upper Firehole Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to August. During this time, the average temperatures range from 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, with cooler temperatures at night. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing during their stay. Overall, the Upper Firehole Camping Area is a wonderful destination for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty of the Wyoming mountains.
What's on-site at Upper Firehole
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 Firehole, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lone Star | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Firehole Springs | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Shoshone Meadows | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Basin Bay Point | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Flat Top | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Firehole -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Firehole River Near West Yellowstone Mt | 312 cfs | → |
| Gibbon River At Madison Jct | 103 cfs | → |
| Madison River Near West Yellowstone Mt | 454 cfs | → |
| Big Springs At Big Springs Id | 128 cfs | → |
| Snake River Ab Jackson Lake At Flagg Ranch Wy | 3,070 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Yellowstone Lk Outlet Ynp | 2,320 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Firehole -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Faithful Rs - Coop | 30.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Thumb Divide Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Thumb Divide | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lewis Lake Divide | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Lewis Lake Divide Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Black Bear | 17.0 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
- Gallatin National Forest
- Yellowstone National Park
- John D Rockefeller Jr Memorial Parkway
- Henrys Lake State Park
- Harriman State Park
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Old Faithful Visitor Education Center
- Old Faithful Static Webcam
- Old Faithful Live Webcam
- Thumb Paintpots
- Grant Village Visitor Center
- Madison Information Station
Paddle runs
- Begins Approximately At Kepler Cascades To The Confluence With The Madison River
- The Headwaters To Ends Approximately At Kepler Cascades
- The Headwaters To The Confluence With Falls River
- The Headwaters To The Southern Yellowstone National Park Boundary
- The Junction Of The Firehole And Gibbon Rivers To The Western Yellowstone National Park Boundary
- Cave Falls Run
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 Firehole as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Firehole
Can I make reservations at Upper Firehole?
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 Firehole?
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 Firehole.