A backcountry campsite on the shores of Yellowstone Lake accessible by trail or boat. The site can be reached via backcountry shuttle boat service on Yellowstone Lake with morning-only drop-off or by hiking along the southeast shore. Permits are required year-round and can be reserved through Recreation.gov. The site features food storage facilities for bear safety and has a capacity of up to 12 people with a one-night limit. This remote location offers wilderness solitude in one of the parks most isolated areas.
Per person, per night
Non-refundable reservation fee
Open year-round
Official NPS backcountry camping information page for Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits
5E6 Columbine Meadow � Morning stops only; no one-day excursions. Shuttle service operates at eight designated backcountry locations on Yellowstone Lake shores.
Columbine Meadow North (5E6): This site accommodates 12 people. Accessible via trail or boat.
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A backcountry campsite on the shores of Yellowstone Lake accessible by trail or boat. The site can be reached via backcountry shuttle boat service on Yellowstone Lake with morning-only drop-off or by hiking along the southeast shore. Permits are required year-round and can be reserved through Recreation.gov. The site features food storage facilities for bear safety and has a capacity of up to 12 people with a one-night limit. This remote location offers wilderness solitude in one of the parks most isolated areas.
Per person, per night
Non-refundable reservation fee
Open year-round
Official NPS backcountry camping information page for Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park Backcountry Permits
5E6 Columbine Meadow � Morning stops only; no one-day excursions. Shuttle service operates at eight designated backcountry locations on Yellowstone Lake shores.
Columbine Meadow North (5E6): This site accommodates 12 people. Accessible via trail or boat.
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.