Madison Campground
Open May 1 through October 18, 2026. Reservations required through Yellowstone National Park Lodges. The dump station may be unavailable early and late season due to freezing conditions.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 12:59PM MDT until July 23 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, south central, southwest, and west central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Casper Mountain, Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range, Lander Foothills, Natrona County Lower Elevations, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains, Southwest Bighorn Basin, Upper Wind River Basin, Wind River Basin, Wind River Mountains East and Wind River Mountains West. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County, Southeast Bighorn Basin and Southeast Johnson County. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills, Jackson Hole, North Bighorn Basin, Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. In south central Wyoming, East Sweetwater County, Flaming Gorge and Rock Springs and Green River. In southwest Wyoming, South Lincoln County. In west central Wyoming, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges, Star Valley, Upper Green River Basin and Upper Green River Basin Foothills. * WHEN...Until late Wednesday night. The most likely period of possible flooding is Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving showers and thunderstorms and abnormally high moisture in the air can bring locally heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Madison Campground occupies a scenic location at 6,800 feet elevation where the Gibbon and Firehole rivers converge to form the Madison River. The campground sits 14 miles east of the West Yellowstone entrance and 16 miles north of Old Faithful, making it well-positioned for exploring the park's western attractions including the Madison Information Station and nearby geyser basins. The campground offers 278 individual sites and 3 group sites in a partially wooded setting. Facilities include 14 restroom buildings with flush toilets and cold running water, dishwashing stations, an RV dump station, shared bear-proof food storage boxes, and a small mercantile store selling camping supplies and snacks. All individual sites have a picnic table and fire grate. No hookups or shower facilities are available on-site. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with bison frequenting the surrounding meadows in early summer and elk bugling audible during September and October. The campground accommodates both tent and RV camping, with some sites suitable for vehicles up to 40 feet, though larger sites are limited and may not be level.
Directions
Located on the Grand Loop Road near the West Entrance junction. From the West Entrance at West Yellowstone, drive 14 miles east. From Old Faithful, drive 16 miles north.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $38 - $475 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| reserve-ynp@xanterra.com | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 344-7311 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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