Join the fun near Emigrant. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Emigrant, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Emigrant. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.
"Right on the edge of the Yellowstone River, about 90 minutes north of Yellowstone NP. This is an RV Park, so no tents are allowed. The view of the river and the mountains is fantastic."
"It is 20-30 minutes outside the north entrance. Communal campfire every night. It’s right in the river with benches to sit and enjoy the water. "
"The KOA is tucked away from the main road. Is has beautiful views of the mountains and is very quiet. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful!"
"Bad: Mile long dirt road to get to entrance.
Would I stay again: ?, I might try West entrance next time."
$26 - $185 / night
"We love this area, and this site was fine for us...however, it is a bit of a steep walk down some steps from the parking spot to the picnic area. And again from the picnic area down to the water."
"The adjacent Hyalite Reservoir is spectacularly scenic. Bring your favorite watercraft or floaty, because you'll want to go out onto the water to explore, taking in the fantastic scenery."
"Got a beautiful spot just feet away from the Yellowstone River. Wasn't sure how long we would stay but decided to stay the full week allowance immediately upon getting set up."
"$18 without a Montana fishing license, but found a GORGEOUS spot on the Yellowstone River... on July 4th. Not bad. Pretty place."
"Great location - $18 - steps away from the Yellowstone River - awesome view. Would totally recommend."
"This campground is located among the Yellowstone River. The current is swift and boaters come down the river each day. We stopped at this park because of a heat wave rolling over Montana."
$15 / night
"Camp site was 20 feet away from the Beautiful Yellowstone River. The river was moving at a very good clip, as was the wind! Clean vault toilet, didn't see any water hook ups or pumps."
"Campground is a short drive to Yellowstone National Park. Their is a walk-in tent only area as well. Cost is currently FREE! with a 14 day stay limit. "
"Unique area of Paradise Valley that doesn’t have any trees near the lake or campsites. Wide open but very pretty 360 degree views."
"Nice spots around the lake. A bit windy. The fee was 18, which means $20 unless you have change."
"It was last minute I read about this spot on Dyrt and was pretty relieved to find something with great reviews and relatively close to home in Bozeman."
"There's about three good spots up on the hill, the two out on the edge have reliable service. But as soon as you go back up a bit, it vanishes.
Stunning views of Yellowstone and the mountains."
$10 / night
"The proximity to Yellowstone, the price, and the charm of this place made me love it, but I think there are a few things that would annoy people."
"This place is right outside the northern entrance to Yellowstone."
$25 / night
"Access to so many great wonders this park has to offer. Also on a don’t miss drive into Montana for one of the most beautiful mountain drives ever."
"Beautiful campground near Mammoth Hot Springs and the surrounding village."
GuideAbout 5 various spots very close to the main Boulder Rd so expect to hear traffic. But several spots are on the river and these spots include a fire ring and a vault toilet. Free. I did see a spot with a table. Zero cell service or WiFi so not sure why this app says good service under WiFi? If your expectations are minimal then this spot will do a great job of satisfying your camping itch.
GuideTucked down below the main dirt road along the river among the trees. Stays pretty shaded and cool. Some super cool spots along the river. $12/nt
GuideI scoped out spots on Thursday ahead of Father’s Day weekend. I found Aspen and decided on spot #7. It had a mowed section about 25yrs south of the parking pad which was great for our popup. The toilet is about 50ft away and was very clean. We did encounter a young grizzly who gave me a scare in the middle of the night when I was urinating but he didn’t threaten me. On Thursday I was the only soul in the entire campground. By the weekend about half the place was being used. Extremely spaced out from each other and tons of privacy. $12/nt. Potable water, bear boxes, clean tables and fire pits. Mosquitoes weren’t a problem for us at all but there were a number of ant hills in our spot.
ScoutWow! 30 minutes from West Yellowstone this quiet and amazingly beautiful. This campground is perfect for relaxing after a long drive. There are 3 different loops, I like loop C site 14 best with great views of the surrounding mountains. Each site has bear boxes, and vault toilets are very clean. I think the elevation helped reduce the bugs. The staff was friendly and very helpful..
GuideThis is very remote feeling with no cell reception or views of any paved roads or buildings. You cannot hear traffic from the highway which is about 1/3 miles away.
There are wooden horse fences and corrals which are for public use. There is a rock fire ring and a very uneven parking spot - bring your levelers!
The scenery is stunning with easy access to the creek and a huge cliff on the other side. The area is wooded with green grass and wildflowers everywhere.
We camped in site 1, the first of three on the first loop.
So far, the only thing we can hear are birds chirping, the flowing creek, and the sounds of our children squealing with delight as they play out in the grassy field. There are the occasional vehicles passing by on the dirt road (other campers, assumably).
10/10, would stay here again in a heartbeat!
GuideWe rolled in with our 30ft Motorhome after a long day at Yellowstone Park, with no reservations. They had FF sites available, that were right on the river. Campground was clean, quiet, and a beautiful spot. We ended up staying 2 more nights, with different FF sites each time. This little spot is a great find for Yellowstone adventurers.
GuideWe stayed at the resort in our 31’ RV after not finding a dispersed site. The RV park, located about 5 minutes outside of Gardiner, is next to the river and has decent grassy sites with picnic tables and fire rings. They have central septic and water for guests. The host was friendly and helpful, as well!
RV park visitors get $5 per person off the hot spring cost (hot springs are immediately next door). There are huge mineral spring pools including a cold pool, 100 degree pool and 106 degree pool surrounded by manicured lawns and lounge chairs. All around the property are incredible mountain views.
The facility, soaking pools, and grounds are beautiful and well worth the money!
TravelerPleasant campground with great views from a hill. Entrance is marked to a hill but could be missed. Negative is close to train tracks with multiple trains usually early morning so plan on being awakened by horns. Pool. Rest room and showers are clean.
GuideCould use a little handiwork around sites
Camping near Emigrant, Montana, offers a fantastic blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options that cater to different camping styles.
Camping near Emigrant, Montana, has something for everyone, from stunning views to wildlife encounters. Just be prepared for the unique quirks of each campground!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Emigrant, MT offers a wide range of camping options, with 203 campgrounds and RV parks near Emigrant, MT and 42 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Emigrant, MT is Yellowstone Edge RV Park with a 4.8-star rating from 13 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 42 free dispersed camping spots near Emigrant, MT.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 parks near Emigrant, MT that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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