Overall Impression:
Rainbow Point was a peaceful and scenic spot with great proximity to West Yellowstone. Sites were nicely spaced, and the setting was woodsy and quiet—perfect for a national forest stay.
Site Quality & Rig Access:
We squeezed our 39'8" fifth wheel into a 35' site (Loop D), but site lengths are strictly enforced—there are concrete barriers at the back of each pad, so no overhang is possible. If we had a dually, our truck would not have fit in the site with us. Pads were level and shaded with a nice forest canopy.
Road & Dust Conditions:
The access road and internal roads are semi-smooth but very dusty. The lack of gravel made for large dust clouds anytime a vehicle or bike passed, which wasn’t ideal when cooking or sitting outside.
Water & Utilities:
There are 3 water posts per loop, but they’re brown and hard to see. Most sites can’t reach them, so fill up your tanks before parking. No sewer or electric hookups, but there are bear boxes at each site. Vault toilets looked clean, though we didn’t use them. We rely on solar and found the lighting pretty dim due to tree cover.
Wildlife & Atmosphere:
We didn’t see bears, but each site had a bear box and we spotted one elk during our stay. Quiet hours were respected throughout Loop D, and the campground stayed peaceful even when full. Nights were chilly, and tree cover helped keep daytime temps cool.
Connectivity:
T-Mobile home internet worked well here, as did our AT&T hotspot and Xfinity phones—strong coverage for all three providers, which was a huge plus for working remotely.
Proximity to Town:
Only a short drive into West Yellowstone. While we didn’t stop in town this trip, we passed through and it looked lively, with lots of shops, restaurants, and more ice cream stands than we could count.
Would We Stay Again?
Yes—great for a dry camping base near Yellowstone if you're prepared for the dust and know your rig’s exact length. A solid mix of solitude, shade, and signal.