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Best Campgrounds near West Yellowstone, MT

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Campgrounds near West Yellowstone, Montana range from developed facilities to dispersed sites across national forest and park lands. The area serves as a gateway to Yellowstone National Park with numerous camping options within 30 minutes of the west entrance. Madison Campground inside Yellowstone National Park offers 278 sites for tents and RVs, while Bakers Hole Campground provides riverside camping just minutes from town. Several private campgrounds like Yellowstone Grizzly RV Park and Madison Arm Resort offer cabin accommodations alongside traditional camping, with most facilities operating from May through October.

Seasonal considerations heavily impact camping availability, with most campgrounds open from mid-May through September or early October. Winter conditions close many facilities, particularly at higher elevations. Reservations are strongly recommended during peak summer months when West Yellowstone experiences high visitor traffic. The region includes a mix of Forest Service, National Park, and private campgrounds with varying amenity levels and reservation requirements. Dispersed camping options exist on nearby public lands, including Targhee Creek which offers free primitive camping. "There is great boon docking outside of the organized campground area. At ~6,500 feet, the views of Lake Henry are amazing. There are 15-20 spots suitable for RVs of any length plus campsites," noted one visitor about dispersed options near Henry's Lake.

Proximity to Yellowstone National Park represents the primary draw for most campers, with many sites serving as convenient bases for park exploration. Campgrounds along Hebgen Lake and Henry's Lake provide water recreation opportunities alongside park access. Several campers mentioned the balance between accessibility and solitude as a key benefit. "Not too far from West Yellowstone entrance. A nice 4 loop campground next to a lake. Very well kept," reported one camper about Rainbow Point Campground. Developed campgrounds typically provide amenities like vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings, while some offer electric hookups and shower facilities. Cell service varies significantly by location, with stronger coverage in campgrounds closer to West Yellowstone and limited or no service in more remote areas.

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Best Camping Sites Near West Yellowstone, Montana (243)

    1. Madison Campground — Yellowstone National Park

    84 Reviews
    West Yellowstone, WY
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 344-7311

    "This campground is 14 miles from West Yellowstone-- or "West". Generally in the park you will double the mileage given for time of travel."

    "We had a quiet stay, but with the size of this campground your odds of that one loud group or family being near will be quiet high."

    2. Bakers Hole Campground

    41 Reviews
    West Yellowstone, MT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 823-6961

    "This campground is just minutes away from West Yellowstone and the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park. the camp was clean and well maintained."

    "Great location. Close to the park entrance and West Yellowstone. Pit toilets were in really good shape. And the camp host went way beyond to help us with a situation."

    3. Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday

    43 Reviews
    West Yellowstone, ID
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 646-7606

    $35 - $120 / night

    "About 15-20 minutes from the West Yellowstone entrance so it’s a good location, plus you’re not far from town."

    "It is far enough outside of the town of West Yellowstone that you don't feel like you are that tourist trap, but close enough to get to Yellowstone easily. Always clean bathrooms and showers."

    4. Yellowstone Grizzly RV Park and Resort

    35 Reviews
    West Yellowstone, MT
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (406) 646-4466

    "West Yellowstone Grizzly campground is located close to the West Yellowstone entrance. It is an Rv Park, lodging, and cabins."

    "It's expensive, but very close to the west yellowstone entrance and very clean. Kids are not often supervised by adults so be very careful when driving."

    5. Rainbow Point Campground

    40 Reviews
    West Yellowstone, MT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 646-1012

    $26 - $35 / night

    "Not too far from West Yellowstone entrance. A nice 4 loop campground next to a lake. Very well kept. We seen 2 beautiful deer come through our campsite."

    "This campground is close to West Yellowstone and the west gate to Yellowstone NP. Cell service was strong. We had to dump in West Yellowstone when it was time to move on ($30 at Grizzly RV Park)."

    6. Madison Arm Resort

    29 Reviews
    West Yellowstone, MT
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 646-9328

    "Second time we had a spot on the lake, great access to the beach and a couple trails for walking the dogs. The facilities were clean and the staff were very nice."

    "This campground sits right on Hebgen Lake. It's near the town of West Yellowstone. You can drive to Yellowstone National Park from here. There are atv trails right next to the campground."

    7. Targhee Creek

    28 Reviews
    West Yellowstone, ID
    10 miles
    Website

    "The spot is 12 miles from West Yellowstone entrance. Excellent Verizon service was a bonus that we don’t get at a lot of dispersed sites. Highly recommended!!"

    "It was 25 minutes from the West Yellowstone entrance. The entrance to it comes up very quick on the road and people can get really aggressive on the connecting highway."

    8. Henrys Lake State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Island Park, ID
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 558-7532

    $60 - $70 / night

    "There is great boon docking outside of the organized campground area.  Follow your GPS to 44°35'52"N x 111°25'18"W.  At ~6,500 feet, the views of Lake Henry are amazing.  "

    "Our site was close to level and paved, 50amp,no sewer,shared water. Had some storms and high winds. Trash pick up daily at your site. There is a boat ramp and docks."

    9. Yellowstone Park-Mountainside KOA

    20 Reviews
    West Yellowstone, MT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 646-7662

    "Had a tent site next to the creek/pond. Very quiet at night. Check in was a breeze. Camp store appeared to be well stocked. Bathrooms were spotless, large and well appointed."

    "The location of the campground is perfect.  It is very close to West Yellowstone and the entrance into the park.  You could hear the traffic on the highway but it wasn't too bad. "

    10. Lonesomehurst Campground

    15 Reviews
    West Yellowstone, MT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 646-1012

    $26 - $35 / night

    "Gallatin National Forrest Campground on Hebgan Lake, South Fork Arm. Also has a boat launch to Lake."

    "Great campsite near West Yellowstone for those who are interested in visiting the park. Campsites near the lake have fantastic views, and perfect trees for hammocks."

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  • Al L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Ashton-Flagg Ranch Road

    Overnight at Flagg Ranch

    Close to the hotel and gas station. Short gravel road to site. Camp One sign says two sites. There ended up being six campers. Has toilet, picnic table and trash. Right on the river. Beautiful views of meadow and forest.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Beaver Creek Campground

    Beautiful and clean, great hosts!

    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.

  • K
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Sheffield Campground

    Peaceful spot.

    The caretaker (Kathy?) was very accomadating and helped us into our site. Plenty of space between campers, lovely nature surrounds. It's a beautiful, quiet spot.

  • Devin W.
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Grassy Lake Dispersed Camping

    long drive

    I camped along this trail in June 2022, it was a beautiful drive, thought I was going to get to Grand Teton on this trail but found it was blocked by a steel trail gate, be prepared for bugs, will definitely be going back here when I can

  • Emma A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday

    Nice campground, lots of amenities

    This campground is a great base camp for exploring Yosemite NP. Clean with friendly staff. Sights are a little on the smaller side but they work.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Yellowstone Grizzly RV Park and Resort

    Great spot!

    Called last minute for a reservation and they were able to get me a dry site. The campground is big and the sites are pretty close but the cleanliness and location makes up for it.

  • James W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Indian Creek Campground — Yellowstone National Park

    Lucky

    We felt so lucky to get a spot with a couple of days advance notice for Yellowstone National Park.  The campground was serene, beautiful, and remote.  We did not have a cell signal, but Starlink worked great in our campsite.  We even had a fox visit our site, but it was a little too clean for him or her to find a reason to stay.  The camp rangers and hosts were very nice.

  • VThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone

    A night in Yellowstone

    We came in around 5 PM & managed to find a beautiful spot. The views are gorgeous & it was so incredibly quiet. Exactly what we were looking for. The roads are quite twisty, but we were able to haul our travel trailer and truck up no problem.

    My only complaint was someone parked in a huge spot with a small car when there were several similar spots close by that would’ve fit their car much better & allowed the larger space for larger vehicles. Those same people left food trash in the fire pit the next morning & with this being grizzly country, that’s just about the number one rule not to do. I hope that people like that don’t ruin it for everyone.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Sheffield Campground

    Nice area

    This is a great campground at $20 a night with wonderful views. Our spot has great open sky for solar. No power, water or sewer. Host is absolutely wonderful. Not Big rig friendly, so walk or first of your going to try anything over 30ft. The small one lane road and one lane bridge are narrow. Bridge is rated for 5 ton and a little unnerving for anything of size. Additionally tree clearances are tight…..

    Verizon cell service good, AT&T service good

Guide to West Yellowstone

Camping near West Yellowstone, Montana, offers a fantastic way to experience the great outdoors while being close to one of America’s most iconic national parks. With a variety of campgrounds to choose from, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and enjoy nature.

What to do:

  • Explore Yellowstone National Park: The park is just a stone's throw away, making it easy to visit famous spots like Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. One camper mentioned, “This was the perfect place to stay for our Yellowstone trip. You are super close to the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone” at Canyon Campground.
  • Fishing and Boating: Many campgrounds, like Bridge Bay Campground, are near lakes where you can fish or rent boats. A reviewer noted, “There is a boat launch, where they do AM/PM tours, rentals, etc.”
  • Wildlife Watching: Campgrounds like Mammoth Campground are great for spotting wildlife. One visitor shared, “Woke up in the morning to an elk in my campsite eating off some trees, very cool way to be greeted.”

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Canyon Campground said, “Showers are included and are awesome. Very clean and hot water.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A camper at Grant Village Campground mentioned, “Staff was friendly, professional, and very busy.”
  • Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. One review for Bridge Bay Campground highlighted, “Beautiful view of Yellowstone Lake right across the street!”

What you should know:

  • Crowded Sites: Many campgrounds can get busy, especially during peak season. A visitor at Madison Campground noted, “You definitely need to be comfortable being close to your neighbor as sites aren’t private & close together.”
  • No Showers: Some campgrounds, like Grant Village Campground, do not have showers. A camper mentioned, “Decent spot, towards the bottom of the park but still a decent distance from everything.”
  • Reservations Needed: It’s best to book your spot in advance. A reviewer at Madison Campground said, “Reservations need to be made way in advance.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with amenities like dishwashing stations and clean restrooms. A camper at Canyon Campground appreciated the “dishwashing station with drinking water near it.”
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities for kids, like fishing or hiking. One family at Bridge Bay Campground enjoyed “hiking and fishing, and enjoy the wildlife.”
  • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for hikes and outings. A reviewer at Mammoth Campground mentioned, “We camp in a tear drop micro-camper which keeps us outside most of the time.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Some campgrounds have size restrictions for RVs. A camper at Grant Village Campground noted, “Many sites are pull through ‘banana’.”
  • Be Prepared for Noise: Campgrounds can be noisy, especially with generators. A visitor at Bridge Bay Campground mentioned, “Generator use is allowed between 8AM - 8PM, did our neighbors listen to this rule? NOPE.”
  • Bring Your Own Water Flow Regulator: If you’re staying at places like Fishing Bridge RV Park, it’s good to have your own equipment. A reviewer said, “Bring your own water flow regulator and screw in type sewer connector unless you want to buy one at the gift shop.”

Camping near West Yellowstone, Montana, is a great way to enjoy nature and create lasting memories. With a little planning and knowledge, you can have a fantastic camping experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there dispersed camping available near West Yellowstone?

Yes, several dispersed camping options exist near West Yellowstone. Henry's Lake BLM Dispersed offers free camping with basic vault toilets but no other amenities. The area has multiple pull-outs along a dirt road and tends to fill up by evening, even midweek. Red Canyon Road provides several primitive spots along the creek, offering a peaceful setting despite some seasonal bugs. For those willing to drive further, Snake River Dispersed in the Rockefeller Memorial Parkway area provides sites near the south entrance of Yellowstone. Additionally, boondocking opportunities exist outside Henrys Lake State Park - follow GPS to coordinates 44°35'52"N x 111°25'18"W for spectacular lake views at 6,500 feet elevation with 15-20 spots suitable for any size RV.

What RV camping options are available near West Yellowstone?

Henrys Lake State Park Campground offers paved, nearly level sites with 50-amp service and shared water hookups but no sewer connections. The park features beautiful views, daily trash pickup, boat ramps and docks, though no dump station. Valley View RV Park provides full-hookup sites but note that Wi-Fi can be unreliable. For RVers seeking electric hookups in a forest setting, Lonesomehurst Campground on Hebgan Lake offers electric sites with some shade and lake access. Flatrock Campground, about 30 minutes from the West Yellowstone gate, has both electric and non-electric sites available by reservation or first-come, first-served. For convenience to the park entrance, the Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday and Yellowstone Park-Mountainside KOA provide full-service RV accommodations with amenities.

Are there affordable camping options in West Yellowstone?

Yes, budget-friendly camping options near West Yellowstone include Flatrock Campground, a small, quiet park with a mix of electric and non-electric sites at reasonable Forest Service rates. Cabin Creek Campground, 22 miles from West Yellowstone, offers 16 affordable sites in a mature forest. For the most economical option, dispersed camping areas like Red Canyon Road and Henry's Lake BLM provide free camping with minimal facilities. Beaver Creek Campground, about 30 minutes from West Yellowstone, offers a peaceful setting with bear boxes and clean vault toilets at standard Forest Service rates. While private RV parks near the west entrance command premium prices during peak season, venturing just 20-30 minutes away can significantly reduce camping costs while still providing convenient access to Yellowstone National Park.

Where are the best campgrounds near West Yellowstone?

Several excellent campgrounds surround West Yellowstone, with Bakers Hole Campground standing out for its prime location just minutes from the park's west entrance. Clean and well-maintained, it's perfect for Yellowstone visitors. For lakeside camping, Rainbow Point Campground offers four scenic loops with well-kept sites near a beautiful lake, where wildlife sightings are common. Other top options include Beaver Creek Campground (30 minutes away with mountain views), Cabin Creek Campground (22 miles from West Yellowstone in a mature pine forest), and Lonesomehurst Campground on Hebgan Lake with electric hookups and boat access. Most campgrounds in this area fill quickly during peak season, so reservations are recommended whenever possible.

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