Indian Creek Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $20.00
- Type
- Campground
- Season
- September 15 to June 11
- Sites
- 70 total · 70 reservable · 0 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 44.8870, -110.7361
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Located about eight miles south of Mammoth Hot Springs on the road to Norris, Indian Creek Campground—elevation 7,300 feet (2225 m)—sits near the base of the Gallatin Mountains and offers breathtaking views of Electric Peak. The area offers easy access to fishing and hiking. The campground is away from the main road and provides a quieter, more primitive, experience than many other locations. This is a reservable campground run by the National Park Service.
From the managing agency.Official page
Is Indian Creek Campground free?
No. Indian Creek Campground charges $20.00. 70 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to Indian Creek Campground?
Indian Creek Campground has 70 sites on record. 70 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.
When is Indian Creek Campground open?
The season on record runs September 15 to June 11. Dates move with weather and with the managing office, so check before a shoulder-season trip.
How do I get to Indian Creek Campground?
Located on the Grand Loop Road between Mammoth Hot Springs and Norris.
What is the weather like at Indian Creek Campground?
Yellowstone's weather can vary greatly within a day and throughout the park. Snow can fall every month of the year. Summer highs reach 70–80°F (25–30°C) during the day, but nights can be cool (and it may freeze at higher elevations). During spring and fall, daytime highs range from 30–60°F (0–20°C), with overnight lows below freezing.
What are the rules at Indian Creek Campground?
Overnight camping or parking is only allowed in designated campgrounds or campsites. Campsite occupancy is limited to six people per site. Checkout time is 10 am. Camping is limited to 14 days from July 1 through Labor Day, and 30 days for the rest of the year. There is no stay limit at the Fishing Bridge RV Park. Unless posted otherwise, wood and charcoal fires are permitted in all campgrounds except the Fishing Bridge RV Park. Propane grills and stoves are usually unaffected by fire restrictions. All odorous items that may attract bears, including food, cooking gear, toiletries, and garbage, must be kept secured when not in use. Bear-proof storage boxes are available at many campsites. Where permitted, generators may only be operated from 8 am to 8 pm (60 dB limit). Generators are not permitted at Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek, or Tower Fall.
Nearby
- Indian Creek Campground (WY)0.0 mi
- Mammoth Campground (Yellowstone)6.3 mi
- Mammoth Campground6.3 mi
- Norris Campground10.5 mi
- Eagle Creek Campground - Custer Gallatin National Forest11.1 mi
- Eagle Creek Campground11.1 mi
- Timber Camp Campground15.8 mi
- Bear Creek Campground16.8 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
