Buffalo Lake is a dispersed walk-in backcountry campsite in Yellowstone National Park accessible via trails from Idaho. This 20-acre lake sits at the western boundary of the park along the Boundary Creek Trail system. The site offers primitive wilderness camping with designated campsites requiring advance permits through Recreation.gov. Access involves hiking approximately 16 miles from the Bechler Ranger Station. Campers must be equipped for self-sufficient backcountry travel with bear-safe food storage and water treatment capabilities.
Per person, per night
Open year-round
Official Yellowstone backcountry camping information
Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits
At 16.3 miles, 20-acre Buffalo Lake is reached. Campsite 9A5 at Buffalo Lake.
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Buffalo Lake is a dispersed walk-in backcountry campsite in Yellowstone National Park accessible via trails from Idaho. This 20-acre lake sits at the western boundary of the park along the Boundary Creek Trail system. The site offers primitive wilderness camping with designated campsites requiring advance permits through Recreation.gov. Access involves hiking approximately 16 miles from the Bechler Ranger Station. Campers must be equipped for self-sufficient backcountry travel with bear-safe food storage and water treatment capabilities.
Per person, per night
Open year-round
Official Yellowstone backcountry camping information
Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits
At 16.3 miles, 20-acre Buffalo Lake is reached. Campsite 9A5 at Buffalo Lake.
CampgroundTour strives to provide accurate campground information but cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy. Information is subject to change — please confirm details with the agency managing this facility before booking or making travel decisions. See our Terms of Use.