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Craig S
VerifiedJuly 7, 2025 Stayed at: 1, Loop: A
It was clean, quiet....a tad dusty.
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About Madison River (MT)
Madison River Campground is located in southwestern Montana just beyond the banks of it’s namesake river. It is approximately 34 mi south of Ennis and about 45 mi west of Yellowstone National Park. The ten site campground borders a Douglas Fir covered hillside to the back, with the Madison River just across the road, on the front side. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water taps are located near each site, along the one-way road. Visitors enjoy fishing, sight-seeing and nearby hiking and ATV trails. Riverview Campground is only about a quarter mile away and West Fork Campground is less than one mile and both are available on a “first come, first served” basis. Campsite 8 can only be reserved 2 weeks in advance. All other sites can be reserved 6 months ahead of your arrival date, with the next day becoming available for reservations at 8 A.M. mountain time.
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Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
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10, Loop: A
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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Reviews
139 reviews
Summary
Madison River campground is praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and excellent river access, making it ideal for fishing and nature lovers. Many appreciate the quiet atmosphere, nice separation between sites, and proximity to scenic views, though some mention road noise and occasional mosquito issues. A few negative points include tight parking for larger trailers and limited campground services, but overall, visitors express a strong desire to return.
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4.3
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Based on 139 reviews
5 stars
59.0% (82)
4 stars
23.7% (33)
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7.9% (11)
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5.8% (8)
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Lois M
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: A
Nice spot to spend the night while exploring the area. Quieter than I thought it would be even though it's close to the highway. Mosquitoes were abundant as expected next to the river. I didn't bring a fishing rod, big mistake.
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Heath S
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 Stayed at: 9, Loop: A
Great campsite near the river and surrounded by fishing access points. Super clean restrooms and pretty private sites.
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Lois M
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: A
Nice spot to spend the night while exploring the area. Quieter than I thought it would be even though it's close to the highway. Mosquitoes were abundant as expected next to the river. I didn't bring a fishing rod, big mistake.
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Heath S
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 Stayed at: 9, Loop: A
Great campsite near the river and surrounded by fishing access points. Super clean restrooms and pretty private sites.
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Marsh J
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 Stayed at: 4, Loop: A
Interesting site along the Madison River. I wouldn't call the view spectacular, but it was a nice spot. We appreciated the bear boxes, especially since the adjacent campsite had a 'bear tree'! Loved the white noise of the river. This also had the nicest smelling vault toilet I think I've ever seen!
Scenery: B+
Noise level: A
Facilities: A
Overall vibe: A
Returnability: A
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Marsh J
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 Stayed at: 4, Loop: A
Interesting site along the Madison River. I wouldn't call the view spectacular, but it was a nice spot. We appreciated the bear boxes, especially since the adjacent campsite had a 'bear tree'! Loved the white noise of the river. This also had the nicest smelling vault toilet I think I've ever seen!
Scenery: B+
Noise level: A
Facilities: A
Overall vibe: A
Returnability: A
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Nicole M
VerifiedJune 20, 2025 Stayed at: 9, Loop: A
We love this campground and the fishing accesses along the Madison River! We are so thankful Zinke didn't let MT public lands go up for sale!
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Mary H
VerifiedJune 20, 2025 Stayed at: 3, Loop: A
I only gave this camping spot 3 stars for these two reasons: The camping spot we were assigned was really hard to back a trailer into. I will admit that I am new at pulling a trailer, so someone with more experience might not have had any problems, but it took me about 10 minutes of pulling forward and backing up to get it in an ok position because the other side of the road is a ditch, so you can't pull forward very much to get straightened out.
The second issue was getting to the path along that Madison River. We wanted to walk by the river, but in order to do that we had to cross a cattle guard. That was ok for me, but my dog couldn't do it. We had to crawl under a metal brace to leave the camp area and get closer to the river. I wish there had been a small gate we could have used.
The location was really pretty!
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Nicole M
VerifiedJune 20, 2025 Stayed at: 9, Loop: A
We love this campground and the fishing accesses along the Madison River! We are so thankful Zinke didn't let MT public lands go up for sale!
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Location & Directions for Madison River (MT)
Madison Ranger District, Ennis, MT 59729 United States
Elevation: 1,871 ft
Getting There
Travel south from Ennis for 33 mi on US Highway 287. Approximately one mile beyond the Lyon Rest Area, turn west at signs indicating West Fork RV Camp. Cross the Old Kirby Bridge (maximum height 12’ 7”, maximum weight four tons) and turn left o...
Travel south from Ennis for 33 mi on US Highway 287. Approximately one mile beyond the Lyon Rest Area, turn west at signs indicating West Fork RV Camp. Cross the Old Kirby Bridge (maximum height 12’ 7”, maximum weight four tons) and turn left onto West Madison road #8381. Travel about one mile to campground. When travelling from south or east, turn to Old Kirby Bridge six miles northwest of US 287 and MT 87 junction.
Highway access
The campground is accessible via US Highway 287, which is approximately 33 miles from Ennis. There are no interstates or other major roads within 25 miles.
Near Yellowstone National Park
The closest entrance is: West Entrance
Approximate drive: 34.5 mi · 59 min
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
2PM
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Wildlife & food storage
- Food and attractants must be stored in a bear-proof manner when not in use.
Site capacity
- Camping is limited to 16 days, and campers must move at least five miles away for seven days before returning.
- Campers must pack out all trash as there is no garbage service.
Cancellation policy
- Reservations may be canceled if not used; failure to arrive on the first night or absence over 24 hours may result in forfeiture without refund.
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