Thick forest cover and three distinct loops spread across 70 sites make Beaver Creek Campground a base for exploring the greater Yellowstone area. Located within Gallatin National Forest about 30 minutes from West Yellowstone's entrance gate, the campground sits between Hebgen Lake and Earthquake Lake along the Madison River corridor.
Each loop offers different experiences, with heavily treed sections providing natural screening between sites and more open areas featuring mountain views. Sarah N. notes that "bathrooms were VERY clean, hand sanitizer was restocked daily," while campers consistently mention the spacing between sites, particularly in the B9-12 range and throughout the C loop. Bear-proof storage boxes serve multiple sites, and vault toilets maintain high cleanliness standards according to multiple reviews.
The Madison River flows directly through the area, offering fly-fishing opportunities within walking distance of most sites. A steep trail from the A loop leads down to Earthquake Lake, though the main boat launch requires a half-mile drive down the highway. The nearby Earthquake Lake Visitor Center provides context for the 1959 earthquake that created the lake, and Cabin Creek hiking trails access the surrounding mountains.
Paved internal roads accommodate RVs up to 56 feet, though the narrow access road requires careful driving. Sites include standard picnic tables and fire rings, with firewood available from camp hosts who make evening rounds. Water and sewer hookups serve RV campers, while tent campers can pitch on grass areas within sites. The campground operates from Memorial Day through September 22, with reservations recommended during peak summer months.
Wildlife activity remains common throughout the area, with moose frequently spotted on the grounds and bears requiring proper food storage. For additional options in the region, campers can explore campgrounds near West Yellowstone or consider the free dispersed camping along Beaver Creek Road just across the highway.
Description
Overview
Beaver Creek Campground is located near the Madison River and Earthquake Lake, less than 30 minutes from West Yellowstone and Yellowstone National Park. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, boating and hiking opportunities, as well as its close proximity to Yellowstone.
Recreation
Earthquake Lake offers fishing and canoeing and can be accessed via trails from within the campground, or less than a mile away on the highway. A visitor center is nearby, with interpretive displays, as well as information on the 1959 earthquake and subsequent landslide that formed the lake. Hebgen Lake is considered Montana's premier still-water fishing lake. Anglers will find a healthy population of brown, cutthroat and rainbow trout. Boating and swimming are popular activities on the lake. The Cabin Creek Trail begins at nearby Cabin Creek Campground. This 6-mile trail is open to hikers and horseback riders.
Facilities
The campground offers several single-family sites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water, food storage lockers and trash collection are provided.
Natural Features
The campground is situated on a hillside above the Madison River and Earthquake Lake. Hebgen Lake is also nearby. A forest of pine, Douglas fir and aspen forest the campground. Plentiful grasses and summer wildflowers cover the forest floor.
Nearby Attractions
West Yellowstone offers dining, shopping and lodging options. The Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center is a popular attraction, with live grizzlies, gray wolves and birds of prey, and a variety of educational exhibits and programs. Yellowstone National Park offers unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities, breathtaking scenery and unique geological features.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
Fee Info
Additional vehicles will be assessed a $8.00/night extra vehicle fee upon arrival at your site. This fee will be collected by the campground host.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundBeaver Creek Campground is located in Montana
Directions
From West Yellowstone, drive 8 miles north on Highway 191, then 16 miles west on Highway 287.
Coordinates
44.8613889 N
111.3727778 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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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)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 40 min from Bozeman, MT
- 1 hr 49 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 2 hrs 21 min from Helena, MT
- 2 hrs 32 min from Pocatello, ID































