What is the best place to tent-camp in or around Yellowstone and Southern Wyoming?

phlaye_gho

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We like to tent camp in Grand Tetons at the Colter Bay campground. It's just a short drive to Yellowstone from there, and the campground was quiet and secluded.

Make sure you use the bear boxes, or keep all the food in the car with the windows rolled all the way up! Don't keep any food or scented items in the tent.

In Southern Wyoming, Flaming Gorge National Rec Area is supposed to be gorgeous.

How do I convince wife to camp (tent) in YellowStone National park?

trvtrekker

She has never camped in a tent. And most of all she is concerned about our safety as late May there may be a lot of hungry bears that are coming out of hibernation. I wouldn't want to compromise safety either, given we have a six year old son. But how could I convince her that front country tent camping is safe during late May?

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Bears are only after food. Keep your site clean and store your food properly and you are unlikely to have any problems.

That means no candy wrappers or food containers in your tent, pockets, or left in your car. The same goes for cosmetics. Bears have a keen sense of smell. I have been camping almost every year since I was a kid in the 1940's and have never had a problem with bears when my food was properly stored and trash properly disposed of. National Parks in bear country have steel food storage lockers at each campsite. Follow the rules and everything will be fine.

I got a roomy tent tall enough to stand erect any have room to walk around in. A Queen size air bed that is standard height. I invested in a porta-potti.

When I served my wife her breakfast in bed the first morning she was hooked.

Now in our seventies and my sweetheart is still an avid camper.

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How do I convince wife to camp (tent) in YellowStone National park?

trvtrekker

She has never camped in a tent. And most of all she is concerned about our safety as late May there may be a lot of hungry bears that are coming out of hibernation. I wouldn't want to compromise safety either, given we have a six year old son. But how could I convince her that front country tent camping is safe during late May?

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Bears are only after food. Keep your site clean and store your food properly and you are unlikely to have any problems.

That means no candy wrappers or food containers in your tent, pockets, or left in your car. The same goes for cosmetics. Bears have a keen sense of smell. I have been camping almost every year since I was a kid in the 1940's and have never had a problem with bears when my food was properly stored and trash properly disposed of. National Parks in bear country have steel food storage lockers at each campsite. Follow the rules and everything will be fine.

I got a roomy tent tall enough to stand erect any have room to walk around in. A Queen size air bed that is standard height. I invested in a porta-potti.

When I served my wife her breakfast in bed the first morning she was hooked.

Now in our seventies and my sweetheart is still an avid camper.

Tent camping in bear country?

MissK

The last time I camped in bear country (a variety of states) I was married, so I wasn't too concerned ... plus my husband at the time had a 44 w/ him when we slept. For the first time, I'll be camping in bear country (Yellowstone) ... alone. I was reading on the nps.gov site re: bear safety. It mentions properly store beverages (even water). Don't mind my naive question ... but is it UNSAFE to have bottled water in my tent? Of course I will NOT have any food in my tent, nor toiletries (which I never knew about not having toiletries in a tent till I read the NPS info) ... but I'd like to at least have water. What's your thoughts? Safe or not?

Any other info I need to know? Things to consider?

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You will be fine with a bottle of water inside your tent. The problem is when bears see bottles in the open they think food will be nearby.

Don't bring anything into your tent that has any scent, even if it is in an airtight container. If you store food or beverages in your vehicle, even if in an ice chest, place them in the trunk or over with a blanket so they cannot be seen by curious bear.

It is good practice to setup your cooking and dining area as far away from your tent as possible to avoid any lingering scent from attracting bears. 100 feet is recommended. It is also good practice to change your clothing and wash-up after dinner and before you enter your tent, again to remove as much scent as possible. Use scent-free soaps, deodorants and other hygienic products, and even if unscented, store them as you would your food. Trash also needs to be stored as you do food.

The good news is that improvements in wildlife management, particularly in regards to bears, has significantly reduced the incidents of bear raids and attacks in Yellowstone. There have been 43 bear attacks on humans in Yellowstone between 1980 and 2011, an average of 1.3 per year, out of 21 million overnight campers in the same period.

Contrary to a prior posting, you can legally carry firearms in most areas of the park, subject to Wyoming and Montana state firearms laws. Open carry is allowed without a permit. Concealed carry is allowed with a concealed carry permit (except that Wyoming residents do not require a CCW while in the Wyoming section of the park). Both Montana and Wyoming has reciprocal CCW agreements with other states. Firearms may not be brought into the visitor centers.

However, firearms are not considered the best protection against wildlife attack. If you are concerned for your safety you should consider keeping bear deterrent spray at hand for quick use. Use the spray only if you are threatened with attack, do not use it as prophylactic to try to keep bears from visiting your campsite. Bears will actually be attracted to the smell of the bear spray, so if you do need to discharge the spray to fend off an attack, immediately leave the area and notify the park rangers of the time and location of the encounter.

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Heading for Yellowstone, tent camping entering south gate looking for suggestions for overnight options.?

timberghos

How hard is it to get into a first come first serve campground this time of year? Of the seven campgrounds in Yellowstone Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Mammonth, Norris, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek and Tower Falls. Please offer opnions.....No, not afraid of bears..... just very aware....

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I was just up in Yellowstone. Forget tenting, any camping in Yellowstone is a Walmart parking lot. I recommend the national forest campgrounds coming in from Cody or West Yellowstone. The Northeast entrance from Mt. is far better but because of Grizzlies NO TENTS. This time of year it it's hard to find a parking place let alone a campsite. US 212 from the park to Red Lodge, Mt. is one of the best scenic roads in the world. Break camp before dawn see the park and more animals before the tourist arrive. Yellowstone is very crowded with cars, RV's, people and animals.

What is the best place to tent-camp in or around Yellowstone and Southern Wyoming?

phlaye_gho

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We like to tent camp in Grand Tetons at the Colter Bay campground. It's just a short drive to Yellowstone from there, and the campground was quiet and secluded.

Make sure you use the bear boxes, or keep all the food in the car with the windows rolled all the way up! Don't keep any food or scented items in the tent.

In Southern Wyoming, Flaming Gorge National Rec Area is supposed to be gorgeous.

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Advice for visiting Yellowstone??

Expecting

We are going to Yellowstone for a camping trip, but only have a couple of days to spend there. What things are must-see? I have looked for a detailed map to get to things like Old Faithful but even the park website doesn't really have anything detailed. Also, if you have stayed there, which campground is best? We are tent-camping and would like to have showers and flush toilets nearby.

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I can not fit everything that needs to be said about yellowstone on this post so I suggest you check out this website. It is full of great info and people who will answer any question you have. Have fun, its a great place!

http://www.yellowstone.net/forums/index.php

Is it safe to camp in a tent in Yellowstone?

Karen L

We will be in a campground in the park, but people are telling us we're nuts because of the bears. Has anyone else done it? Did you feel safe?

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It's safe, as long as you take reasonable precautions. Nothing should go in your tent if it smells even remotely like food. Do all your cooking, eating, tooth brushing, etc.. well away from the tent (usual guidelines say 100 yards away). To be extra safe, have pajamas or sleeping clothes and don't eat while you are wearing them. You might also avoid un-necessary lotions and perfumes - to make sure you don't smell like food. Getting or renting a bear proof food cannister doesn't hurt, but most tent sites have food poles.

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what are the best campsites in Yellowstone Park?

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asia

we are traveling to Yellowstone National Park in mid-June. We will be tent camping for four nights. What are the âbestâ campgrounds in the park? We judge on the following criteria: not crowded; private; best scenery; close to areas of interest; wildlife, etc...
if you have any pictures from your stays, that would be very helpful!
also - we are montana natives and will be coming from Missoula, so we are looking for the more northern campsites.

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Camping in the park during June is going to be *very* crowded. Unless you hike into back country sites. That is the only way you are going to get a un-crowded and private campground in the park... you will probably get the best views in those areas too.

If I was you - I would camp outside the park in one of the National Forests - you will be really close to the park for trips into the park - but far more secluded - and the scenery in those areas are just as good (or better even) than at the campgrounds in the park - and they cost less to stay at...

Two of my favorite campgrounds in the area are: Fox Creek and Crazy Creek.... Beartooth Lake is just AMAZING - but is a little further away from the park - may have a couple people at the campground as well.... but you will have by far the best view I have ever seen at a campground in the area.

I want to know which state would be better to camp in, in the Summer, between Wyoming and Montana?

biggholt81

I and my friends want to know which of the two states between Montana and Wyoming would be better to camp in? Which has a better experience with getting away from everything and going fishing, swimming, and experiencing wild life. And what are some good places in the state to go tent camping and have little to no contact with other people. I want to go enjoy myself with my friends and have a good time.

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Both are good. If you want to have lots of potential of camping with wildlife, then Yellowstone Park http://www.nps.gov/yell/ in Wyoming would be best - but tent camping is highly regulated there. Montana has Glacier http://www.nps.gov/glac/, several large "wilderness areas" http://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/programs/cda/wilderness.shtml, many BLM and Forest Service camps http://www.recreation.gov/campgroundSearchResult.do?topTabIndex=CampingSpot, and some state parks http://fwp.mt.gov/lands/searchparks.aspx.

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How does the first come first serve process work in Yellowstone Park?

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Sweety

We are going to Yellowstone next month and a lot of the tent camping sites are first come first serve. So how do we get it and pay for it? At the visitors center or main gate entrance? or is there a main building at each camp site?

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hey i get many details from this.when you open this link you'll find 2,3 or 4 links very top of that page.you'll go through them.
http://www.google.com/cse?cx=partner-pub-6828716762099822%3Adrgcd3yew58&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=first+serve+Yellowstone &sa=Search

what are the best campsites in Yellowstone Park?

asia

we are traveling to Yellowstone National Park in mid-June. We will be tent camping for four nights. What are the âbestâ campgrounds in the park? We judge on the following criteria: not crowded; private; best scenery; close to areas of interest; wildlife, etc...
if you have any pictures from your stays, that would be very helpful!
also - we are montana natives and will be coming from Missoula, so we are looking for the more northern campsites.

Answer
Camping in the park during June is going to be *very* crowded. Unless you hike into back country sites. That is the only way you are going to get a un-crowded and private campground in the park... you will probably get the best views in those areas too.

If I was you - I would camp outside the park in one of the National Forests - you will be really close to the park for trips into the park - but far more secluded - and the scenery in those areas are just as good (or better even) than at the campgrounds in the park - and they cost less to stay at...

Two of my favorite campgrounds in the area are: Fox Creek and Crazy Creek.... Beartooth Lake is just AMAZING - but is a little further away from the park - may have a couple people at the campground as well.... but you will have by far the best view I have ever seen at a campground in the area.

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How does the first come first serve process work in Yellowstone Park?

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Sweety

We are going to Yellowstone next month and a lot of the tent camping sites are first come first serve. So how do we get it and pay for it? At the visitors center or main gate entrance? or is there a main building at each camp site?

Answer
hey i get many details from this.when you open this link you'll find 2,3 or 4 links very top of that page.you'll go through them.
http://www.google.com/cse?cx=partner-pub-6828716762099822%3Adrgcd3yew58&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=first+serve+Yellowstone &sa=Search

what are the best campsites in Yellowstone Park?

asia

we are traveling to Yellowstone National Park in mid-June. We will be tent camping for four nights. What are the âbestâ campgrounds in the park? We judge on the following criteria: not crowded; private; best scenery; close to areas of interest; wildlife, etc...
if you have any pictures from your stays, that would be very helpful!
also - we are montana natives and will be coming from Missoula, so we are looking for the more northern campsites.

Answer
Camping in the park during June is going to be *very* crowded. Unless you hike into back country sites. That is the only way you are going to get a un-crowded and private campground in the park... you will probably get the best views in those areas too.

If I was you - I would camp outside the park in one of the National Forests - you will be really close to the park for trips into the park - but far more secluded - and the scenery in those areas are just as good (or better even) than at the campgrounds in the park - and they cost less to stay at...

Two of my favorite campgrounds in the area are: Fox Creek and Crazy Creek.... Beartooth Lake is just AMAZING - but is a little further away from the park - may have a couple people at the campground as well.... but you will have by far the best view I have ever seen at a campground in the area.

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Tent camping near Yellowstone at the end of May. Do you have any suggestions for areas and tips?

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Donnie

I will be camping near Yellowstone at the end of May. I have never been. The area between Yellowstone and Tetons seems like a good general location ... but I really don't know anything. Ideally I will be in an area that allows dispersed camping. I welcome all suggestions, tips, and advice.

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Check in at the ranger station give them an itinerary of your plans and get the dispersed camping permit. Some area's even for dispersed camping require a reservation ie wilderness area's. Be bear aware and know your limitations.

How does the first come first serve process work in Yellowstone Park?

Sweety

We are going to Yellowstone next month and a lot of the tent camping sites are first come first serve. So how do we get it and pay for it? At the visitors center or main gate entrance? or is there a main building at each camp site?

Answer
hey i get many details from this.when you open this link you'll find 2,3 or 4 links very top of that page.you'll go through them.
http://www.google.com/cse?cx=partner-pub-6828716762099822%3Adrgcd3yew58&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=first+serve+Yellowstone &sa=Search

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what are the best campsites in Yellowstone Park?

best tent camping yellowstone image

asia

we are traveling to Yellowstone National Park in mid-June. We will be tent camping for four nights. What are the âbestâ campgrounds in the park? We judge on the following criteria: not crowded; private; best scenery; close to areas of interest; wildlife, etc...
if you have any pictures from your stays, that would be very helpful!
also - we are montana natives and will be coming from Missoula, so we are looking for the more northern campsites.

Answer
Camping in the park during June is going to be *very* crowded. Unless you hike into back country sites. That is the only way you are going to get a un-crowded and private campground in the park... you will probably get the best views in those areas too.

If I was you - I would camp outside the park in one of the National Forests - you will be really close to the park for trips into the park - but far more secluded - and the scenery in those areas are just as good (or better even) than at the campgrounds in the park - and they cost less to stay at...

Two of my favorite campgrounds in the area are: Fox Creek and Crazy Creek.... Beartooth Lake is just AMAZING - but is a little further away from the park - may have a couple people at the campground as well.... but you will have by far the best view I have ever seen at a campground in the area.

I want to know which state would be better to camp in, in the Summer, between Wyoming and Montana?

biggholt81

I and my friends want to know which of the two states between Montana and Wyoming would be better to camp in? Which has a better experience with getting away from everything and going fishing, swimming, and experiencing wild life. And what are some good places in the state to go tent camping and have little to no contact with other people. I want to go enjoy myself with my friends and have a good time.

Answer
Both are good. If you want to have lots of potential of camping with wildlife, then Yellowstone Park http://www.nps.gov/yell/ in Wyoming would be best - but tent camping is highly regulated there. Montana has Glacier http://www.nps.gov/glac/, several large "wilderness areas" http://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/programs/cda/wilderness.shtml, many BLM and Forest Service camps http://www.recreation.gov/campgroundSearchResult.do?topTabIndex=CampingSpot, and some state parks http://fwp.mt.gov/lands/searchparks.aspx.

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