Yurt Winter Camp campground
Yurt Winter Camp
The campground itself features four yurts that can accommodate up to six people each. The yurts are equipped with wood-burning stoves for warmth and cooking, but visitors are responsible for bringing their own bedding and cooking supplies. The campground also has a vault toilet and fire pit.
Reservations for the Yurt Winter Camp are required, and the camp is only open during the winter season. The site is not suitable for RVs or trailers, and visitors must park their vehicles in the designated parking lot and hike or ski to the yurts.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to the largest wintering elk herd in the world, with an estimated 20,000 elk wintering in the area. The best time to visit is during the winter months, with average temperatures ranging from 10°F to 30°F. Visitors should come prepared for cold weather and be aware of the potential for heavy snowfall.
What's on-site at Yurt Winter Camp
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 Yurt Winter Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon - Yellowstone National Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Cascade Lake West | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| 4e2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cascade Lake North | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| 4r1 - Ribbon Lake West | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Yurt Winter Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tantalus Creek At Norris Junction | 3 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Yellowstone Lk Outlet Ynp | 2,320 cfs | → |
| Lamar River Nr Tower Falls Ranger Station Ynp | 4,610 cfs | → |
| Gibbon River At Madison Jct | 103 cfs | → |
| Boiling River At Mammoth | 25 cfs | → |
| Gardner River Near Mammoth Ynp | 495 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Yurt Winter Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Canyon Snotel | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tower Falls Rs - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Sylvan Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Sylvan Lake Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Thumb Divide | 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.
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Canyon Visitor Education Center
- Grand Canyon Of The Yellowstone
- Lookout Point
- Glacial Boulder
- Artist Point
- Inspiration Point
Paddle runs
- Lower Falls To Ends 1/4 Mile Upstream From Northeast Enternace Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt
- The Headwaters, In The Washburn Range To Ends Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades
- Begins Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades To The Confluence With Firehole River
- 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
- Outlet Of Yellowstone Lake At Fishing Bridge To Lower Falls
- Begins 1/4 Mile Downstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt To Northern Park Boundary
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 Yurt Winter Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Yurt Winter Camp
Can I make reservations at Yurt Winter Camp?
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 Yurt Winter Camp?
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 Yurt Winter Camp.