Best Dog-Friendly Camping near West Yellowstone, MT

Yellowstone Grizzly RV Park and Resort permits pets at all 240 sites, offering full hookups for RVs and cabin accommodations near West Yellowstone. Bakers Hole Campground and Rainbow Point Campground both welcome pets with spacious sites that include picnic tables and fire rings. Henry's Lake BLM Dispersed camping provides free pet-friendly options with vault toilets approximately 30 minutes from the West Yellowstone entrance. The campground was clean and well-maintained with strong cell service for those needing to locate nearby pet services. Most campgrounds require pets to remain leashed at all times, with designated pet waste disposal areas throughout the facilities.

Targhee Creek dispersed camping area offers excellent pet-friendly options along a creek with multiple spots suitable for tents and some RVs, located just 12 miles from the West Yellowstone entrance. Dogs enjoy cooling off in the creek during summer months when temperatures rise. Henrys Lake State Park Campground provides pet-friendly sites with electric hookups and water access, though non-Idaho residents should note the higher fees ($71/night). Wildlife sightings are common near many of these campgrounds, so secure food storage is essential when camping with pets. Several campgrounds feature bear boxes for food storage, particularly important when traveling with pet food that might attract wildlife. The Madison Arm Resort offers lake access with beach areas where dogs can enjoy water activities, though owners should be prepared for occasional wildlife encounters including moose sightings reported at several area campgrounds.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near West Yellowstone, Montana (130)

    1. 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."

    2. Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday

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

    $35 - $120 / night

    "Very close to Yellowstone park. The RV spot was huge (patio space, plus grassy area with trees which was great for the dogs!) although we paid for the premium spot. Dog park was nice for the pups."

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

    3. 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."

    4. Rainbow Point Campground

    41 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)."

    5. 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."

    6. 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."

    7. 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."

    8. 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. "

    9. 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."

    10. Henry's Lake BLM Dispersed

    18 Reviews
    Island Park, ID
    16 miles

    "Cows are free roaming around here so you will hear them all times of the day. Bugs were bad on some days but if you have any time of wind or fan, it wasn’t an issue. Had 3-4 bars LTE via AT&T."

    "There are 6-15 campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is 45 feet. You may stay 14 at Henry Lake BLM."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near West Yellowstone, MT

1503 Reviews of 130 West Yellowstone Campgrounds


  • Ryan
    Jul. 5, 2021

    Rainbow Point Campground

    Great spot

    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.

  • J
    Jul. 1, 2018

    Bakers Hole Campground

    Convenient and clean campground

    This campground is just minutes away from West Yellowstone and the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park. the camp was clean and well maintained. A great recommendation if your visiting Yellowstone National Park.

  • Fei C.
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Snake River Dispersed - Rockefeller Memorial Parkway

    Great camping site

    We drove from west Yellowstone and arrived around noon. There were some camp sites available at camp site 1. It gets crowded at evening. The site is close to south entrance of Yellowstone and there is a restaurant nearby (less than a mile).

  • Lara H.
    Sep. 16, 2020

    Flatrock Campground

    Small quite park

    Small quite park sites with electric, non electric, tent sites. Good first come first serve but also take reservations. Half an hour from west Yellowstone gate off hwy 20.

  • Gabriela R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2025

    Red Canyon Road

    Lovely Little Spot!

    There are several spots along Red Canyon Road. We stayed for two nights at this spot, which seemed to be the cutest and right next to the creek. (44.8244056, -111.1971723)

    It was buggy, but nothing terrible or unexpected for this time of year. The creek is too small to wade to but it was nice to sleep to the sound of it and the dog loved it. An occasional car passed us but it was otherwise fairly private and we couldn’t hear the highway. Close to everything but feels secluded! Only about 15-20 min from West Yellowstone.

  • Chris V.
    Oct. 7, 2020

    Henrys Lake State Park Campground

    Epic Views. Great Location.

    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.  There are 15-20 spots suitable for RV's (of any length) plus campsites.  It's a great location, only about 20-30 minutes from West Yellowstone and the entrance to the national park.  We could have stayed here for days!  

    5-bar coverage on Verizon.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 12, 2024

    Lonesomehurst Campground

    Camping West Yellowstone Area

    Gallatin National Forrest Campground on Hebgan Lake, South Fork Arm. Also has a boat launch to Lake. Smaller Forrest Service campground with electric at sites, no water at sites, but does have a few water faucets throughout campground. Sites are nice spaced around lake and trees, so some shade to full sun sites. A little space between most sites, picnic tables and fire rings. Approximately 8 miles from west Yellowstone entrance.

  • Yellowstonenature R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 11, 2025

    Beaver Creek Campground

    A Great Find

    Wow! 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..

  • Gary K.
    Aug. 12, 2021

    Henrys Lake State Park Campground

    Close to Yellowstone

    We stayed a week here, beautiful views and quiet. 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. Bath house looked good we did not use the showers. There is no dump station here. The park is about 15 miles from West Yellowstone. We enjoyed our stay.


Guide to West Yellowstone

Dispersed camping sites near West Yellowstone offer cost-effective alternatives to established campgrounds in this region at 6,600 feet elevation. Summer temperatures typically range between 70-80°F during the day and can drop to 30-40°F at night. The area's proximity to both Hebgen Lake and Henrys Lake creates diverse camping opportunities with strong cellular coverage at many locations.

What to do

Explore local trails: Several campgrounds near West Yellowstone connect to hiking and ATV trails. At Targhee Creek, "There's about 8 single spots in the beginning that are singles with fire pits. In the middle of the road there's a meadow that if you don't get lucky with a single spot you can park next to neighbors. The road ends at the creek." Visitors can access a "13 mile trail nearby" where some campers have spotted "wild strawberries."

Enjoy lake activities: Lonesomehurst Campground on Hebgen Lake provides water recreation opportunities. "They have paddle boards that you can rent and there's a beautiful view. The only sound that we heard were the geese Squawking during the night," notes one visitor. The campground includes a "Nice beach-like area for playing in/near the water" and "perfect trees for hammocks."

Observe wildlife: Early mornings and evenings offer prime wildlife viewing times. At Henrys Lake State Park Campground, campers report exciting encounters: "We also saw a moose swim across the lake, get up on shore and run through the campground. So awesome!" The area features numerous trails for nature walks, and the park offers "free Kayak rentals" for water-based exploration.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain excellent sanitation standards. At Bakers Hole Campground, "Vault toilets are very clean. There are water spigots around the campground." One camper noted it's "just minutes away from West Yellowstone and the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The camp was clean and well maintained."

Privacy between sites: Several campgrounds provide adequate spacing between campsites. At Rainbow Point Campground, "Sites were nicely spaced, and the setting was woodsy and quiet—perfect for a national forest stay." Another camper mentioned that "Very nice campground in old growth pines, built to service people recreating on the lake. There is plenty of room for larger vehicles."

Strong connectivity: Unlike many remote camping areas, several sites offer reliable cell service. At Henry's Lake BLM Dispersed, visitors report consistent 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." This makes it possible to research local services while camping.

What you should know

Weather challenges: Wind can be a significant factor in the West Yellowstone area. At Henrys Lake State Park Campground, "Be advised that the winds can be very strong there, so make sure you stake your tents well." Another camper noted the lake setting is "surounded by snow capped mountains even in July" creating "a strong wind tunnel, make sure all is staked down."

Road conditions: Some dispersed camping areas require navigating rough roads. For Henry's Lake BLM Dispersed, "The road in is Gravel and 2 miles from a paved road." At Targhee Creek, "The road is very rough with many potholes" and can become "incredibly muddy" during rain.

Insect activity: Depending on the season, bugs can be plentiful. At Madison Arm Resort, "There were pretty bad mosquitos on the first and last night we were there, but I'm sure just time of year for that." At Henry's Lake BLM, one camper mentioned, "The lake was swarming with non-bitting midges. They were quite literally everywhere and you could hear them flying."

Tips for camping with families

Reliable shower facilities: When camping with children, clean showers are a priority. At Yellowstone Park-Mountainside KOA, "Bathrooms & Showers are clean!! The park has an expansive camp store, coffee hut and pancake breakfast every morning as well as a bbq dinner (menu) every evening." Another family noted, "Great site, primitive, but nice. Park is amazing, so it's nice being close."

Playgrounds and kid-friendly areas: Several campgrounds offer dedicated spaces for children. The Yellowstone Grizzly RV Park "has a great store and bathrooms. It's got lots of trees and backs up into the forest... Kids are not often supervised by adults so be very careful when driving." The campground includes a playground and grassy areas suitable for play.

Budget options for longer stays: For families wanting extended camping trips, Bakers Hole Campground offers economical rates: "The most reasonable camp ground I found in the area at $35 a night for electric or $26 a night for no hook ups." Another visitor stayed "an entire week" noting it was "Beautiful! On the Madison river! Great space, quiet & fantastic location!"

Tips from RVers

Site length limitations: Rainbow Point Campground has strict length enforcement for RVs. "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." Another RVer noted, "We squeezed our 39'8" fifth wheel into a 35' site."

Utility availability: Several dog friendly campgrounds near West Yellowstone offer different hookup options. At Lonesomehurst Campground, there are "electric at sites, no water at sites, but does have a few water faucets throughout campground." One camper advised, "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."

Dump station access: Some campgrounds have limited waste disposal options. Bakers Hole Campground has "fresh water fill but no dump station," while others provide full facilities. For extended stays, plan accordingly or locate nearby dump stations in West Yellowstone.

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