Norris Campground - Yellowstone National Park

The Norris Campground in Yellowstone National Park is located near the Park Ranger Museum.

This campground is first come first served with sites spread around a couple of loops. Some of the sites in this campground have epic views!

Centrally located near the Norris Geyser Basin and hot springs this campground is the perfect location for exploring the park.

Norris Campground - Yellowstone National Park

Season: The campground is only open during summer. May 15 - September 28, 2020

Number of Sites: 111

Location in the park: Located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) north of Norris Junction.

Campsite cost: $20.00

Rates do not include taxes or utility fees and are subject to change.

Interagency Access and Senior Pass holders receive a 50% discount.

Hiker/bicyclist Nightly Fee - $5.00

Payments accepted: cash/check

Reservations: No, All sites are first-come, first-served.

Campground Address:

Latitude/Longitude: N 44 44.27088 W 110 41.6169

Elevation: 7,500 feet (2286 m)

Accessible Sites: Two accessible campsites; accessible restroom with flush toilets at the campground entrance.

Pets Allowed: Yes, You will want to be aware of the park pet policy

Norris Campground Reservations

Are campground Reservations Available? No, All sites are first-come, first-served.

Check out our ultimate Yellowstone Camping Guide for information on the campgrounds that take reservations.

Norris Campground Amenities

Flush Toilets: Yes

Showers: No

Payphone: Yes, next to the entrance

Is wifi available? No

Is cellular Phone Service Available? No

Is camp host available on site? Yes, Site #20 while we were there

Is firewood available for purchase? Yes, near the front entrance.

The campground also has ice for sale near the front entrance.

Amenities at each campsite:

Firepit in the site? Yes

Picnic Table in the site? Yes

Bear Box in site/area? Yes, Bear boxes are available for most tent sites.

Potable Water? Yes

RV Camping at Norris Campground

RV Length: Two signed sites at 50 feet (15.2 m) and five sites at 30 feet (9.1 m).

Both RV's and Trailers are allowed in the campground.

Dump Station: No

Generators: Generators may only be operated from 8 am to 8 pm (60 dB limit).

Hookups: No

How to get to Norris Campground

Located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) north of Norris Junction.

Norris Campground Regulations

The maximum number of people in a campsite: Maximum 6 persons per site

The number of cars per campsite: Tent sites allow for up to two tents and two vehicles. RV sites allow for one RV (tow included) only. (For reference, 2 motorcycles = 1 vehicle)

Check-in Time: check-in any time of day that there is an unoccupied site.

Checkout time: 10 AM.

Quiet Hours: Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Maximum Stay: 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.