The Madison River flows just steps from most campsites at this Forest Service campground, where the sound of moving water mingles with highway traffic from nearby Route 191. Located three miles from Yellowstone's west entrance, Bakers Hole operates as a first-come, first-served facility from mid-May through September, with 73 sites spread between riverside locations and electric hookup areas closer to the road.
Campers consistently note the campground's cleanliness, with vault toilets that reviewers describe as exceptionally well-maintained. "These are by far the cleanest pit toilets I've ever used," reports leanne G.. The campground features paved roads with gravel parking pads, and most sites include bear-proof food storage boxes. Camp hosts patrol regularly and sell firewood on-site.
The Madison River provides direct fishing access from many sites, with a dedicated fishing dock available. Sites along the water tend to fill first and offer more distance from road noise, while the 33 electric sites cluster near Route 191. Reviewers mention mosquitoes can be intense during summer months, particularly near the river. Cell service proves unreliable despite the proximity to West Yellowstone, with speeds varying dramatically throughout the day.
Road noise affects sites closest to the highway, where reviewers report difficulty hearing conversations during peak traffic periods. However, riverside sites benefit from the river's white noise and greater distance from passing vehicles. The campground accommodates RVs with full hookups and provides drinking water at multiple spigots throughout the facility.
Arrive early in the day during summer months, as this popular basecamp for Yellowstone visitors fills quickly despite its 73-site capacity.
Description
This campground has both reservable sites and sites managed on a first-come, first-served basis.
A campground along the Madison River on the Hebgen Lake District.
Camp sites: 73 camp sites Electrical Sites: 33
Accessible Facilities: Fire Grates Fishing Platform Tables Toilets Water Trash Pickup: Yes Firewood: $6.00 / bundle No Reservations: This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware the campground may fill up on weekends & holidays during the summer months and you should arrive in the early afternoon to ensure there is a space available for the night.If you would like more information on the campground please contact Yellowstone Country Campgrounds, Inc at (406) 646-1012. Information: Hebgen Lake Office P.O. Box 520 West Yellowstone, MT 59758 (406) 823-6961
Reservation Info
This campground has both reservable sites and sites managed on a first-come, first-served basis.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBakers Hole Campground is located in Montana near West Yellowstone
Directions
From West Yellowstone, MT, take US Rt. 191 north 2.6 miles to campground sign. Turn right into campground.
Coordinates
44.70420011 N
111.1013644 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 29 usersLast on 5/22/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 53 usersLast on 5/22/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 5/22/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 29 usersLast on 5/22/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 53 usersLast on 5/22/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 5/22/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 31 min from Bozeman, MT
- 2 hrs 9 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 2 hrs 41 min from Helena, MT
- 3 hrs 34 min from Billings, MT



































