Old Faithful Lodge

Lodge at Old Faithful area in Yellowstone National Park, a rustic stone-and-wood building with large windows and a stone chimney.

Old Faithful Lodge Cabins sit in the Old Faithful area, offering Frontier Cabins with private bathrooms and Cabins without Baths behind the lodge. These are cabin lodgings run by a private operator, with bookings opening on the 5th of each month for up to 13 months in advance. The vibe is functional and historic, with a food court and a lounge with a fireplace; bathless cabins share communal bathrooms and showers. Cell service is limited and the lodge is best viewed as a convenient base for g...

Functional cabins in a relaxed 1920s lodging featuring a food court, plus a lounge with a fireplace.

Quick facts

Reservation System: Yellowstone National Park Lodges (Private operator)
Reservation Window: Reservations open on the 5th of each month for the same month of the following year, up to 13 months in advance
Reservation Tips: Book on the 5th for the following year; cabins sell out quickly; consider your dates well in advance
Season Dates: May 8, 2026 – October 4, 2026

Reservations & season

Reservation System: Yellowstone National Park Lodges (Private operator)
Reservation Window: Reservations open on the 5th of each month for the same month of the following year, up to 13 months in advance
Reservation Tips: Book on the 5th for the following year; cabins sell out quickly; consider your dates well in advance
Season Dates: May 8, 2026 – October 4, 2026
Fills Up Speed: Sold out well in advance, often months or a year ahead
Per Night Cost: Varies
Extra Vehicle Fees: $25 per person per night (age 12+)
Passes Accepted: America the Beautiful pass (Interagency Access Pass or Senior Pass) provides a 50% discount on established standard rates at Bridge Bay, Canyon, Grant, and Madison Campgrounds; this discount is NOT valid for Fishing Bridge RV Park

Sites & RV fit

Sites Total: Varies
Site Types: Frontier Cabins; Cabins without Bath
Site Type Breakdown: Frontier Cabins, Cabins without Bath
Group Sites Available: 0
Hookups: Not applicable (cabins only)
Site Features: Frontier Cabins: double bed or double + twin, private bathroom with shower, heat, alarm clock, and fan. Cabins without baths have a sink; guests use communal bathrooms and showers; cooking not allowed.
Site Privacy: Duplex-style cabins located behind the main lodge

Facilities

Bathroom Types: Frontier Cabins – private bathroom with shower; Cabins without Baths – communal bathhouses with flush toilets
Showers Available: Communal bathhouses
Potable Water: Potable water available at campgrounds; not directly at lodge cabins
Dump Station: Dump station available at Yellowstone National Park Lodges' campgrounds, free of charge
Trash Service: Bear-proof dumpsters available in campgrounds
Camp Store: General store on-site
Firewood Availability: Firewood sold at some campgrounds; gathering dead/dry wood permitted in some areas; transporting firewood between campgrounds discouraged
Cell Service: Limited in Yellowstone; Verizon generally best; AT&T best in Canyon Village; texting more reliable than calls or data
Nearby Facilities: On-site general store; gas at Canyon Village; park entrances nearby

Access

Road Type: Paved roads within the park
Road Conditions: Grand Loop Road is generally well-maintained, but traffic delays can occur
Vehicle Restrictions: Oversize/overweight vehicles must travel between 9:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. from Memorial Day through Labor Day
Clearance Needed: Sedan friendly
Gate Hours: Park gates generally open, hours vary
Distance From Entrance: From West Entrance: ~45–60 minutes. From North Entrance: ~1h38m
Nearest Gas Services: Gas/service stations at Canyon Village
Accessibility: 2 ADA cabins; general accessibility info not fully detailed; some paths may be uneven
ADA Accessible Sites: 2 ADA cabins available

Rules & safety

Bear Country: Yes
Food Storage Requirements: Bear-proof containers provided; strict food storage rules apply in campgrounds
Fire Restrictions: Campfires permitted in designated fire rings at campgrounds; may be restricted during high fire danger
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: Pets allowed in designated pet-friendly cabins; leashed, quiet, and cannot be left unattended; not allowed on park buses or trails; pet fee per cabin
Quiet Hours: 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Max Stay Limit: 14 days (Jul 1–Labor Day); 30 days for the remainder of the year (in campgrounds; lodging not explicitly stated)
Alcohol Permitted: 0

What it is like

Onsite Activities: Hiking, geyser viewing, photography, wildlife viewing
Trailheads Nearby: Numerous trails accessible from the Old Faithful area
Wildlife Viewing: Wildlife viewing
Stargazing Quality: Possible, but tree cover may limit views
Shade Coverage: Varies; some areas are forested
Noise Level: Moderate; park traffic and geyser activity
Best Time To Visit: May–October during lodge operating season
Vibe Check: Functional historic lodging with a lodge lounge; not a resort; proximity to Old Faithful is the highlight
Camp Here If Skip If: ✅ BOOK IF: you want historic cabin lodging near Old Faithful and can tolerate shared bath facilities; ❌ SKIP IF: you need RV hookups or full kitchen amenities
Tips Advice: • Book early (months ahead); plan for shared baths if booking a bathless cabin; cellular service is spotty—download maps offline; pack for variable weather in higher elevations; bear country rules apply even near the lodge

More details

Camp Types: cabin
Park Area: Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park
Family Friendly Notes: Family-friendly lodging with a lounge and dining options; quiet hours observed; kids welcome
Senior Access Discounts: 50% discount via America the Beautiful pass
Nearby Attractions: Old Faithful geyser area; Upper Geyser Basin
Terrain Type: Mountainous in the Upper Geyser Basin
Setup Strategy: N/A for cabins; parking and access near lodge; sedan-friendly
Bath Laundry Recon: Frontier Cabins have private baths with showers; bathless cabins use communal facilities; showers are in bathhouses
Review Summary: Rating around 4.2 stars from many reviews; simple, historic cabin lodging with convenient geyser access; expect basic amenities and plan for limited in-cabin conveniences