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Madison Campground

Madison Campground—elevation 6,800 feet (2073 m)—sits about 14 miles east from the town of West Yellowstone and 16 miles north of Old Faithful. Nearby, the Gibbon and Firehole rivers join to form the Madison River. In early summer, meadows teem with wildflowers and bison. In September and October, you can often hear bugling elk. Yellowstone National Park Lodges provides reservations for this campground.

  • Managed by: National Park Service
  • Coordinates: 44.645422, -110.861303

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Howard Springs Picnic Site
  • Targhee Creek Trailhead
  • Watkins Creek Trailhead
  • Big Springs Warming Hut
  • BIG SPRINGS WARMING HUT
  • FLAT ROCK (IDAHO)

Frequently asked questions

Is Madison Campground reservable?

Madison Campground is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Madison Campground?

See the map for Madison Campground's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Madison Campground?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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