Cave Falls Campground

This campgrond is situated on the banks of Fall River in Wyoming along the south border of Yellowstone National Park. Cave Falls Campground has 23 single site units and a terrific area for fishing. Each campsite has fire rings, grills and picnic tables. Located throughout the campground are vault toilets, water faucets, bear proof storage boxes, and a dumpster. The campground is located in grizzly bear habitat that requires special precautions be taken with food storage.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Campground is open. |
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Operational Hours: | The campground is closed for the 2022 season. |
Reservations: | This campground is under concessionaire management. Sites are on a first come first serve basis. |
Area Amenities: | Tent camping,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water |
Fees: | Single Site - $10.00/day-use or overnight Double Site - $20.00/day-use or overnight Second Vehicle Charge - $5.00/car |
Open Season: | June |
Usage: | Light |
Water: | Potable Water |
Restroom: | Toilet (3) |
Operated By: | Concessionaire |
General Information
Directions:From Highway 20 at Ashton, ID, go through the town heading east on State Highway 47 for 5.7 miles. Turn right onto E 1400 N/Cave Falls Rd and drive for 17.6 miles. Approximately 12 miles of this road is dirt.
General Notes:
Cave Falls Campground is located on the banks of Fall River which is swift and deep in the area of the campground. The entrance to the Bechler Ranger Station (the only entry to the southwestern portion of Yellowstone National Park) is two miles west and north of the campground. Bechler provides only non-motorized access to Yellowstone National Park - hiking and horse use. Permits are required for overnight stays in the Park and these may be obtained at the Bechler Ranger Station along with fishing licenses. For more information call the park headquarters at 1-307-344-7381.
Cave Falls is about two miles past the campground and is located in Yellowstone National Park and is accessible by vehicle. There are two parking areas. From the upper parking area you can view Cave Falls from above and several trails lead into the park. The lower parking area is a small loop where you can park and take a short trail down to the falls. The cave itself is blocked from a rock avalanche and is not available to explore.
General Notes:
Cave Falls Campground is located on the banks of Fall River which is swift and deep in the area of the campground. The entrance to the Bechler Ranger Station (the only entry to the southwestern portion of Yellowstone National Park) is two miles west and north of the campground. Bechler provides only non-motorized access to Yellowstone National Park - hiking and horse use. Permits are required for overnight stays in the Park and these may be obtained at the Bechler Ranger Station along with fishing licenses. For more information call the park headquarters at 1-307-344-7381.
Cave Falls is about two miles past the campground and is located in Yellowstone National Park and is accessible by vehicle. There are two parking areas. From the upper parking area you can view Cave Falls from above and several trails lead into the park. The lower parking area is a small loop where you can park and take a short trail down to the falls. The cave itself is blocked from a rock avalanche and is not available to explore.
Activities
Campground Camping
Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding areas.
General Info:
General NotesCave Falls Campground is located on the banks of Fall River which is swift and deep in the area of the campground. The entrance to the Bechler Ranger Station (the only entry to the southwestern portion of Yellowstone National Park) is two miles west and north of the campground. Bechler provides only non-motorized access to Yellowstone National Park - hiking and horse use. Permits are required for overnight stays in the Park and these may be obtained at the Bechler Ranger Station along with fishing licenses. For more information call the park headquarters at 1-307-344-7381.
Cave Falls is about two miles past the campground and is located in Yellowstone National Park and is accessible by vehicle. There are two parking areas. From the upper parking area you can view Cave Falls from above and several trails lead into the park. The lower parking area is a small loop where you can park and take a short trail down to the falls. The cave itself is blocked from a rock avalanche and is not available to explore.
No. of Sites | 23 |
RV Camping
"Click here for a Campground Site Map"
River and Stream Fishing
fishing
Picnicking
Amenities
Camping trailer: | Yes |
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Picnic tables: | Yes |
Tent camping: | Yes |
Toilets: | Vault |
Drinking water: | Yes |