We were fortunate enough to find this place, thanks to the Forest Service branch in West Yellowstone. Pros: Beautiful campgrounds the area is truly amazingly stunning. Very quiet almost felt like bookdocking. The silt toilets were the cleanest we have ever seen. Host Gene is a hardworking guy as well as his wife who were so helpful that we decided to extend our stay by two more nights Yellowstone is close enough when considering the vastness of the area. The west entry point is a 30 minute drive. ( helpful hint) we got up early (4am) and drive to the hot spots in Yellowstone to beat the crowds, find a parking spot,cook breakfast and then hit the trails before they are packed by noon we are on the way out when literally hundreds of vehicles are bumper to bumper stuck in miles long congestion. We then have the rest of the day to relax or explore other less crowded areas. The Earthquake information center is a 5 minute drive towards Virginia City, definitely a must do(they close mid September) but there are plenty of interpretive signs to guide you. If you go when they are open they have a short 20 minute film and I interesting information on the August 17th 1959 quake that devastated the area. Take the guided hike to the refuge point, Ranger Joe is great! The Cabin creek hike is one of the best most scenic hikes I’ve ever done, it’s only a few miles down the road goi g to West Yellowstone. Fishing is a way of life here, the Madison river flows through the mountains here from lake Hebgen to Quake lake. Fly fishing only! We have the senior access pass campsite was $13 per night, normally $26. There are 3 loops and 70 sites, we stayed in A-9 for 5 days. I would return to this campground without hesitation.

Depending on the loop, this is a nice site. Our reservation was for B2,3 which were down in a heavily treed section with no sun. We stayed here Memorial Day weekend so it was still sleeting and chilly. Camp hosts were very accommodating and moved us to B12, with sun and a view too. Campground was not full (likely due to Covid and travel restrictions in MT). It was quiet, spacious between campsites, especially B9-12. C loop was very nice as well. No designated tent site, we were able to pitch on grass. Fire ring and picnic table. Bathrooms were VERY clean, hand sanitizer was restocked daily.  Earthquake Lake is just down the road, but closed for Covid restrictions.

If this campground is full, you might try the dispersed camping that is also named Beaver Creek, on the N side of the road. Turn to Beaver creek, a dirt road that goes back 6 miles through a few trail heads. There are 6 spots, none bad but some better than others. If you find one, take it. Some people stay for many many days down here. Free.

Forested campground 30 minutes from Yellowstone National Park

Beaver Creek Campground is the good spot for a Yellowstone National Park jumping off point. Located 30 minutes form the park the distance improves your chances of finding a campsite in the busy season. The campground sits above Quake Lake, if you enjoy fishing there is a steep trail leading to the lake from the“A” loop, however there is no boat launch at the campground, you will need to drive a½ mile down the highway to find a boat launch for the lake. The campground features paved roads with gravel parking pads, vault toilets, picnic tables and metal fire rings at each site, and their are bear proof food storage if you need it, but you might need to share space with another spot. Campsite can be reserved. The campground has 62 sites spreed apart in 3 loops. Two fully ADA sites are available. Drinking water is available at three locations in each loop. The camp hosts are very friendly and helpful, they also have firewood for sale if needed for$6 A word of caution about the road driving in. The road is paved but narrow, so drive slow and watch out for cars.

Ranger review Outdoor Element's Woolly Mammoth Survival Braid

Got my wife the Woolly Mammoth Survival Braid and have to say that this is a nice survival bracelet. We did wonder if the Jute it is made with would be a little itchy when put on, but found it to be quiet comfortable. We like the idea to place the ferro rod and striker in in the bracelets buckle. It sparks up very nicely making our charred cloth and cotton balls with Vaseline easy to get started. We then tried to start a fire with the sample piece of jute, made a little nest and gave the striker a try and after a few attempts got a spark to take hold and had a fire. Nice to now that we now have a wrist full of fire starting material if we ever need it. Might just want to take this off when starting fires as it didn't take much to get the sample burning. All in all a great survival tool to have around.

About 25 minutes outside of West Yellowstone, MT, this campground is tucked away along the Madison River between Hebgen Lake and Earthquake Lake. This was a busy campground with nearly every site full (holiday week close to Yellowstone National Park). There was a nice trail from loop A that allowed us to access Earthquake Lake. We also hiked off trail on our own and could easily get to the Madison River and stay close to the campsite. Numerous bathrooms, bear proof trash bins, and bear storage lockers. Camp host was very friendly and sold firewood either at their site or would drive around the campground 6-7pm offering wood. Each site had a parking spot for 2 vehicles, fire ring, picnic table, and tent location. Only needed to travel 0.5-1 mile on a gravel road but could easily get back to town for groceries, etc. Gorgeous drive along the lakes and rivers to access campground. Earthquake Lake Visitor Center is only a few miles down the road and offers a nice history on the natural disaster that caused "Quake Lake" to form.