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Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone – Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone from Artist Point📷 Arbitrarily0, CC BY-SA 3.0
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Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

Yellowstone, WY

Views

The classic view of the 94 m Lower Falls framed by yellow and pink canyon walls, at the end of South Rim Drive. The paved viewpoint is a short walk from a large lot; morning light is best.

Nearest town
Yellowstone, WY
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
44.7202, -110.4790
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Campsites nearby

  • Canyon CampgroundCampsite
    1 mi from Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone · 273 pitches
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
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  • Norris CampgroundMotorhome stopover
    11 mi from Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
    Motorhomes
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  • Fishing Bridge RV ParkCampsite
    12 mi from Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone · 310 pitches
    CaravansShowersToiletsWaste disposal
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  • Tower FallCampsite
    12 mi from Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone · 31 pitches
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesDrinking waterToilets
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Bridge Bay CampgroundCampsite
    13 mi from Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposal
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  • Grant Village CampgroundCampsite
    23 mi from Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone · 430 pitches
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All campsites in Wyoming · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone?

Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is in Yellowstone, WY, at GPS 44.7202, -110.4790. It is about 24 mi from Gardiner.

Can you camp near Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Canyon Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 14 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone?

Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Mesa Falls to Yellowstone’s Grand Canyon, Hayden Valley and Cody.

What is there to see near Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone?

Places worth a stop nearby: Hayden Valley (5 mi), Norris Geyser Basin (11 mi), Tower Fall (13 mi) and Lamar Valley (17 mi).

When is the best time to visit Artist Point, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)