Always give bison plenty of room. Campsites All backcountry campsites must be at least .25 mile from, and out of sight of any paved or improved dirt road. Campsites also must be 100 feet away from any trail or any water source. No open fires are allowed in the backcountry. All cooking must be done on self-contained fuel stoves.
Campfires leave permanent scars on the land and are frequently the cause of wildfires.
The threat of wildfire is moderate to extreme most of the year. Insects Ticks and deer flies can be plentiful in the park. They are generally found in the wetter areas of the park. All litter must be packed out of the backcountry and disposed of properly. The park's visitor center, picnic area, and Elk Mountain Campground have receptacles for recyclable items.