Monument Camp (site 5L2) is a boat-in backcountry campsite located on Shoshone Lake in Yellowstone National Park. This designated backcountry site accommodates up to 8 people and 10 stock animals. The campsite is accessible only by watercraft (non-motorized boats) and is subject to seasonal closure from May 15 to July 14 for wildlife management. Monument Camp is part of Yellowstone 293 designated backcountry campsites requiring permits for overnight stays through Recreation.gov. No wood fires are allowed at this location; visitors must use camp stoves. Shoshone Lake sits at 7,795 feet elevation, and weather can be unpredictable with large temperature swings between day and night.
Open Jul through Oct
Monument Camp (5L2) closed from 5/15 to 7/14. Site accommodates backpackers, stock, and non-motorized boats with capacity of 8 people and 10 stock.
5L2 is Monument Camp (Backpacker, Stock, Non-Motorized Boat), has 8 campsites with 10 stock capacity and is closed from 5/15 - 7/14.
Shoshone Lake is at 7,795 feet elevation. Weather is unpredictable with large temperature swings. Only non-motorized watercraft allowed.
Official NPS Yellowstone backcountry camping information page
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Monument Camp (site 5L2) is a boat-in backcountry campsite located on Shoshone Lake in Yellowstone National Park. This designated backcountry site accommodates up to 8 people and 10 stock animals. The campsite is accessible only by watercraft (non-motorized boats) and is subject to seasonal closure from May 15 to July 14 for wildlife management. Monument Camp is part of Yellowstone 293 designated backcountry campsites requiring permits for overnight stays through Recreation.gov. No wood fires are allowed at this location; visitors must use camp stoves. Shoshone Lake sits at 7,795 feet elevation, and weather can be unpredictable with large temperature swings between day and night.
Open Jul through Oct
Monument Camp (5L2) closed from 5/15 to 7/14. Site accommodates backpackers, stock, and non-motorized boats with capacity of 8 people and 10 stock.
5L2 is Monument Camp (Backpacker, Stock, Non-Motorized Boat), has 8 campsites with 10 stock capacity and is closed from 5/15 - 7/14.
Shoshone Lake is at 7,795 feet elevation. Weather is unpredictable with large temperature swings. Only non-motorized watercraft allowed.
Official NPS Yellowstone backcountry camping information page
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.