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Sleeping Giant Picnic Area

Sleeping Giant Picnic Area offers six individual picnic sites along the North Fork Shoshone River with tables, fire rings, cooking grates, vault toilets, and bear-proof food storage boxes—making it an ideal day-use stop for anglers and riverside visitors.

Located just three miles from Yellowstone's East Entrance on U. S. Highway 14/16/20, it provides convenient access for fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Note: There is no potable water available, and the site is currently closed for the 2025 season.


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