Dust clouds kick up along the unpaved access road into Rainbow Point Campground, a detail worth knowing before you arrive. Set within Gallatin National Forest on the shores of Hebgen Lake, this 83-site Forest Service campground runs four loops through a shaded forest canopy, with sites that reviewers consistently describe as raked, level, and well-maintained. The camp hosts keep things notably tidy: fire rings are cleared between guests, and the vault toilets earn repeated praise for being clean and free of odor, which is less common than it should be.
Loops B and C have electric hookups, making them the go-to for RV campers who need power. Loop D draws those after a quieter, more wooded experience, though site lengths are strictly enforced by concrete barriers at the back of each pad, so know your rig's exact measurements before booking. Kimberly N. notes that "pads were level and shaded with a nice forest canopy," though she also flags that heavy tree cover can limit solar charging. Water spigots are distributed throughout the loops but are positioned so that most sites cannot reach them directly. Fill tanks at the threaded spigot near the entrance information board on the way in.
The lake is a two-minute walk from most sites. Camp hosts rent kayaks and SUPs on-site, and a boat launch gives anglers and paddlers direct water access. Ospreys and American pelicans are frequently spotted on the water. Mosquitoes are a real factor here, particularly mid-day. Come prepared with repellent, and lean on a campfire smoke in the evenings.
Rainbow Point sits roughly 20 minutes from the west entrance of Yellowstone, making it a practical base for day trips into the park. Cell coverage is workable: multiple reviewers confirm usable signal from AT&T, T-Mobile, and Xfinity. Reservations are available through recreation.gov, which matters given the campground's proximity to Yellowstone. Nearby alternatives include Hebgen Lake Road Dispersed, Gallatin NF for those who prefer a less structured setup, and Yellowstone Holiday RV, Campground, & Marina for full-service RV amenities. Campers planning a broader trip can also browse camping areas around West Yellowstone to compare options across the region.
The campground is open May 15 through September 15. Nights run cool even in summer, and the tree cover keeps daytime temperatures down. If you're prepared for the road dust and have your rig dimensions confirmed, Rainbow Point is worth a longer stay.
Description
Overview
Rainbow Point Campground is located on the banks of scenic Hebgen Lake, in southwestern Montana. It is approximately 10 miles north of West Yellowstone and the West Entrance of Yellowstone National Park. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, fishing and hiking opportunities, as well as its close proximity to Yellowstone.
Recreation
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. A boat ramp is located within the campground. Hiking, biking and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area.
Facilities
The campground offers several single-family campsites, many of which have electric hookups. Sites are equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase within the campground.
Natural Features
Hebgen Lake sits on the Madison River, at an elevation of 6,240 feet. The lake covers 21 square miles and has 65 miles of shoreline. Rainbow Point is situated on Rainbow Bay, among a dense forest of lodgepole pine. A variety of waterfowl is often spotted in the area, including sandhill cranes, herons, Western grebes, white pelicans, osprey, Canada geese, mallards, wood ducks, loons and bald and golden eagles. Bison, deer and moose are frequently seen as well.
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
Map & DirectionsRainbow Point Campground is located in Montana near West Yellowstone
Directions
From West Yellowstone, travel 5 miles north on Highway 191. Turn west (left) onto Rainbow Point Road (Forest Road 6954) and travel 3 miles, then 2 miles north (right) on Rainbow Point Road, after the intersection.
Coordinates
44.7791667 N
111.1802778 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 9/24/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 9/24/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 9/24/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 9/24/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 9/24/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 9/24/26
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
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 29 min from Bozeman, MT
- 2 hrs 1 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 2 hrs 33 min from Helena, MT
- 3 hrs 32 min from Billings, MT













































