Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Madison Campground is closest to Old Faithful, though Grant Village isn't far off. Fish-
ing Bridge is always full of RVs in midsummer, and reservations are essential.
Lodging in the Park
Today's cabins and campgrounds are direct descendents of classy turn-of-the-century ho-
tels and Wylie tent camps, the latter an affordable early option that opened up the park to
budget-minded auto tours. Of the cabin options, rustic Lake Lodge is the most peaceful,
and Roosevelt Lodge offers the most authentic Western experience. Lake Yellowstone
Hotel and Old Faithful Inn provide the park's most atmospheric and upscale accommoda-
tions. For reservations and information call Xanterra.
Rooms are priced here at double occupancy, but most lodges have rooms that sleep up
to six for an extra $10 per person. All Yellowstone hotel rooms are nonsmoking and none
have televisions or internet access.
Mammoth Country
Camping
Mammoth Campground $
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sites $14
) The park's most exposed campground, this is a barren, sagebrush-covered area
with sparse shade. On a hairpin bend in the road below Mammoth Hot Springs, it gets
road noise - the inner road sites are quietest - but its relatively low elevation makes it the
warmest campground and a good choice for early- or late-season visits. Showers and other
facilities are in Mammoth, just to the south, or Gardiner, 5 miles north by the North En-
trance. When staffed, the registration office assigns sites, accepts credit cards and offers
change. There are several wheelchair-accessible and hiker/cyclist sites, and firewood for
sale between 6pm and 8:30pm. Join one of the ranger talks at the amphitheater at 9pm or
9:30pm, depending on the month.
CAMPGROUND
Indian Creek Campground $
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CAMPGROUND
