Snake River Ford (site 8C6) is a designated backcountry campsite located near a major ford crossing of the Snake River in southern Yellowstone National Park. This walk-in site is positioned along the Heart Lake Trail and South Boundary Trail system. The ford crossing near the site can be challenging during high water periods but becomes more manageable by mid-August. The campsite accommodates up to 8 backpackers.
Open May through Oct
8C6 Snake River Ford campground is located along the Heart Lake Trail. Snake River ford near Southern Boundary Trailhead can be serious for much of the year, but by mid-August about knee high.
Approximately one mile beyond the second Snake River ford, campsite 8C6 is noted as a great site.
8C6 is a campsite situated on the Snake River along the Heart Lake Trail in Yellowstone National Park. The campsite is reached via the Heart Lake Trail and the 8C6 Campsite Spur Trail. The Heart Lake Trail permits hiking and horse travel.
8C6 has a capacity of 8 people and 0 stock, meaning it is exclusively for backpackers. The campsite has multiple tenting areas.
Backcountry Camping information
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Snake River Ford (site 8C6) is a designated backcountry campsite located near a major ford crossing of the Snake River in southern Yellowstone National Park. This walk-in site is positioned along the Heart Lake Trail and South Boundary Trail system. The ford crossing near the site can be challenging during high water periods but becomes more manageable by mid-August. The campsite accommodates up to 8 backpackers.
Open May through Oct
8C6 Snake River Ford campground is located along the Heart Lake Trail. Snake River ford near Southern Boundary Trailhead can be serious for much of the year, but by mid-August about knee high.
Approximately one mile beyond the second Snake River ford, campsite 8C6 is noted as a great site.
8C6 is a campsite situated on the Snake River along the Heart Lake Trail in Yellowstone National Park. The campsite is reached via the Heart Lake Trail and the 8C6 Campsite Spur Trail. The Heart Lake Trail permits hiking and horse travel.
8C6 has a capacity of 8 people and 0 stock, meaning it is exclusively for backpackers. The campsite has multiple tenting areas.
Backcountry Camping information
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.