fishing bridge campgrounds yellowstone
first time to yellowstone. What do i need to take like extra food propane. Does over the air antenna work cell phone? Grilling outside are the bear a problem in the campgrounds?
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Here's the official Yellowstone web site. The link given above in another post didn't work for me so don't know what it was.
Yellowstone National Park
Most national parks have small camp stores but things are more expensive than a regular grocery. I'd suggest you stock up as much as you can in a nearby town you'll pass through and then just buy milk or bread, etc. at the park store. There are also two small groceries in West Yellowstone outside the park and prices and selection are better than in the park but still not as good as a bigger town.
You didn't say what direction you'll coming from but if it would be from the south, there are two large groceries just south of the town of Jackson - Smith's on the west side of the highway and Albertson's, I believe, on the right. There's also good fuel prices at Smith's. Fill up before getting into the parks. Of course, you'll need to fill up again, too, but at least the first fill will be cheaper. Same goes for propane. Top off you tank before entering the park. You should have plenty to get you through your stay.
The campgrounds will have rules on handling your BBQ and especially coolers. You won't be able to leave them outside.
As far as Fishing Bridge RV being a parking lot with stripes....that comment makes it sound like there aren't even trees around. It's in a forest. :) I've seen worse private parks in our travels. Fishing Bridge is excellent for its purpose - seeing Yellowstone. You're going to be out siteseeing all day anyway. What difference does it make?
Here are some photos of the campground:
http://www.yellowstone.co/maps/fishingbridge.htm
http://www.yellowstonenationalparklodges.com/lodging/camping/fishing-bridge-rv-park/
I hope you don't pass up Grand Teton National Park which is right next door - to the south - of Yellowstone. They are both different in looks and things to do. The Tetons are gorgeous. Try to take a gentle float trip down the Snake River in the park. You just might see a moose or two in the water with you. We did. :) The hiking of all abilities is better in the Tetons also, rather than Yellowstone.
http://www.nps.gov/grte/index.htm
For the Tetons you can stay in the park at the full hookup RV park, Colter Bay RV or there are two large (300 site) dry campgrounds with dump station and water fill. One is Colter Bay campground right next to Colter Bay RV. The other, and our favorite, is Gros Ventre campground. Neither one accepts reservations but even with our 40' motorhome we never had a problem getting a site if you pull in during the morning.
Have a great time!
Yellowstone National Park
Most national parks have small camp stores but things are more expensive than a regular grocery. I'd suggest you stock up as much as you can in a nearby town you'll pass through and then just buy milk or bread, etc. at the park store. There are also two small groceries in West Yellowstone outside the park and prices and selection are better than in the park but still not as good as a bigger town.
You didn't say what direction you'll coming from but if it would be from the south, there are two large groceries just south of the town of Jackson - Smith's on the west side of the highway and Albertson's, I believe, on the right. There's also good fuel prices at Smith's. Fill up before getting into the parks. Of course, you'll need to fill up again, too, but at least the first fill will be cheaper. Same goes for propane. Top off you tank before entering the park. You should have plenty to get you through your stay.
The campgrounds will have rules on handling your BBQ and especially coolers. You won't be able to leave them outside.
As far as Fishing Bridge RV being a parking lot with stripes....that comment makes it sound like there aren't even trees around. It's in a forest. :) I've seen worse private parks in our travels. Fishing Bridge is excellent for its purpose - seeing Yellowstone. You're going to be out siteseeing all day anyway. What difference does it make?
Here are some photos of the campground:
http://www.yellowstone.co/maps/fishingbridge.htm
http://www.yellowstonenationalparklodges.com/lodging/camping/fishing-bridge-rv-park/
I hope you don't pass up Grand Teton National Park which is right next door - to the south - of Yellowstone. They are both different in looks and things to do. The Tetons are gorgeous. Try to take a gentle float trip down the Snake River in the park. You just might see a moose or two in the water with you. We did. :) The hiking of all abilities is better in the Tetons also, rather than Yellowstone.
http://www.nps.gov/grte/index.htm
For the Tetons you can stay in the park at the full hookup RV park, Colter Bay RV or there are two large (300 site) dry campgrounds with dump station and water fill. One is Colter Bay campground right next to Colter Bay RV. The other, and our favorite, is Gros Ventre campground. Neither one accepts reservations but even with our 40' motorhome we never had a problem getting a site if you pull in during the morning.
Have a great time!
